WASHINGTON – Providence Health & Services – WA has announced a permanent reduction in force affecting 57 employees across various locations, including Spokane, Richland and Walla Walla. According to an official document, the layoffs will be finalized by January 20, 2026.
Impacted employees will continue to receive their regular wages and benefits for 60 days from the notice date. They will also have the opportunity to apply for open positions within the Providence family of organizations.
The layoffs are governed by the Washington WARN Act, ensuring proper notification and adherence to employment rights. For union-represented employees, any bumping or recall rights will be determined by their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Providence Health & Services is working to protect the privacy of affected employees. They have requested that the Employment Security Department (ESD) notify their designated representative if there is a public disclosure request for employee information.
This development comes as part of broader organizational changes within Providence Health & Services. Affected employees in Spokane, Richland and Walla Walla are encouraged to explore other opportunities within the organization.
Some impacted locations and positions include:
Mother Gamelin Ctr. (20 W.9th Ave., Spokane, WA, 99204)- Executive Director Clinical InstituteProv Health Care Region (501 N. Riverpoint, Spokane, WA, 99202)- DieticianProvidence Valley Office Park (1801 Lind. Ave. SW, Renton, WA, 98057)- Marketing Program Manager, Senior Program Manager, Program Coordinator, Senior Executive Assistant, Clinical Program Manager, AVP Data Analytics, Executive Director Brand Expression, Senior Program Support AssistantSacred Heart Medical Center (101 W. 8th Ave., Spokane, WA, 99204)- Secretary.St. Mary Chase Medical Complex (380 Chase Ave., Walla Walla, WA, 99362)- Chief Nursing Officer PCNSt. Mary Medical Center (401 W. Popular St., Walla Walla, WA, 99362)- Senior Analytics Business Intelligence Engineer
