Wayne, Pennsylvania-based Crothall Healthcare, a third-party provider of environmental and janitorial services to the healthcare industry, has announced it will conduct a reduction in force after its VCU Health contract expires.
The reduction will impact 545 employees at VCU Health facilities in Richmond, Virginia. The decision stems from the client's transition to another housekeeping vendor, HHS Environmental Services.
According to a spokesperson, “Our environmental services (EVS) contract with VCU Health is ending, effective October 31, 2026. We have been honored to serve patients, clinical caregivers, and guests at VCU Health over the last six years, and we will be working closely with hospital leadership to ensure this transition is as smooth as possible."
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