The Health Care and Social Assistance Job Security Index? increased by 0.8% or 0.5 points in September 2012 compared to the previous month. The Health Care and Social Assistance Job Security Index? increased by 11.5% or 6 points in September 2012 when compared to September 2011. After the three months of decremented change, this index has shifted into a more positive direction with this month?s increase. Despite the projected positive effects of reform on healthcare costs, the sector?s growth could be affected by slowed but still increasing costs. And a decelerating economy and less government spending could also have significant negative effects. Given these factors, Scorelogix predicts this sector to continue to post slow and cautious growth in the coming months.
This report includes regional and best-worst state comparisons as well as our projection for the next 12 months and can be used for forecasting and planning or for industry specific research. Like all Scorelogix Job Security Index reports, the Healthcare and Social Assistance JSI report can be purchased individually or on a subscription basis. JSI reports currently are available for national job security and selected industrial groups. Custom reports for specific geographic regions and any other industrial group not currently reported can also be purchased by contacting Scorelogix.
