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A SMARTER WAY TO HIRE & KEEP NEW CLINICAL TALENT

Reach talent earlier, keep them longer, and invest in them smarter — drastically reducing turnover and the traditional costs of recruiting.

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What We Do

Better compete for hard-to-hire talent

We work with healthcare organizations across the U.S. to build a broader, more sustainable pipeline of new hires who stay longer — by investing in them where it matters most: their student loan debt.

Clasp founder and CEO Tess Michaels describes why current incentive systems actually drive turnover, and how Clasp helps health systems fix it.

Why it works

Reduce costs, strengthen your workforce

Save millions by replacing signing bonuses, cutting reliance on contract labor, and drastically lowering turnover costs—all while building a loyal, long-term workforce. Here’s what you can achieve with Clasp*:

4.4x

Return on Investment

$5.4M

saved in year 1


as little as

~5% turnover¹

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*Actual results may vary and subject to program design. Example based on ROI calculations for 150 roles sponsored, $40,000 in average tuition, and assumptions around current cost of acquisition and turnover.

How it Works²

This is about more than solving a staffing challenge – it’s about reimagining how we support the next generation of healthcare heroes. We’re proud to lead the way in Ohio with a model that supports students financially, professionally, and emotionally – long before they ever walk across the graduation stage. With retention-driven loan repayment, we’re investing in meaningful workforce stability. Many of the students eligible for the program have already completed their clinical rotations at OhioHealth facilities, which helps ensure the organization retains and grows the local talent it helps train. When students feel supported, they’re more likely to stay, to lead and to give back. This program strengthens the bond between OhioHealth and the communities we serve – starting from day one.

Tristan Hall

Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at OhioHealth

At Novant Health, we’re focused on building a healthier future for everyone – from the communities we serve to the team members who deliver care every day. Supporting students now is key to developing the workforce of tomorrow. Through our partnership with Clasp, we’re helping new nurse anesthetists repay a portion of their student loans, with the goal of expanding this benefit to other roles in the future. By easing financial burdens early, we’re fostering loyalty, engagement, and a strong foundation for long-term success.

Lauren King

VP Talent Strategy and Workforce Management at Novant Health

We’ve proudly partnered with Clasp for the past two years, and the growth has been remarkable. As our collaboration has evolved, we've successfully increased our candidate pool while building a strong pipeline of healthcare professionals to meet our long-term goals. This program strengthens our dedication to ensuring the financial well-being of our talent, as well as maintaining high-quality care for our patients.

Shaughn Korpalski

Senior Manager of Campus, Branding, and ED&I at MyEyeDr.

This program is a strategic investment in the future stability of care for our community. By helping future clinicians train and stay here, we are strengthening access to the services patients rely on, while continuing to manage our resources responsibly in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.

Charlene Wilson

EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer at Rochester Regional Health

At Lionstone Healthcare, one of our values is to meet our employees where they are in their careers, supporting their growth, goals, and balance. Clasp allows us to achieve and promote this value with our teams while strengthening the care we provide to our communities.

Ezzie Goldish

Chief Financial Officer at Lionstone Health

Who We Support

Just a few of the leading health systems who trust Clasp
MSK
MyEyeDr.
VCA
HealthRight 360
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Rochester Regional Health
Episcopal Health Services
Shodair Children's Hospital
Warby Parker
Lionstone Healthcare

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Blogs & Insights

Clasp and Confluent Health Launch First-of-its-Kind Student Loan Repayment Program to Attract Next Generation of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Professionals

Clasp and Confluent Health Launch First-of-its-Kind Student Loan Repayment Program to Attract Next Generation of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Professionals

Boston, Mass. (Sept. 9, 2025) — Clasp, a platform connecting education and employment through retention-driven recruitment, today announced the launch of the Loan Incentive for Therapists (LIFT) Program in partnership with Confluent Health, a national leader in musculoskeletal (MSK) care. This groundbreaking student loan repayment initiative is designed to attract top physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT) and speech-language pathology (SLP) talent and address the growing national workforce shortage.
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The School Deserts Index: How Education Shortages Are Stifling America’s Clinical Workforce

The School Deserts Index: How Education Shortages Are Stifling America’s Clinical Workforce

Across the U.S., healthcare employers are facing record staffing shortages — but the problem often starts upstream. Many communities simply don’t have local training programs for critical allied health roles like radiologic technologists, surgical technologists, and respiratory therapists. Without nearby schools, local students can’t train for these careers, and local hospitals can’t fill open positions — creating what we call “school deserts.”
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Revolutionizing Healthcare Recruitment: The ROTC-Inspired Model That Boosts Retention by 94%

Revolutionizing Healthcare Recruitment: The ROTC-Inspired Model That Boosts Retention by 94%

Discover why traditional sign-on bonuses are failing to retain healthcare talent and how Clasp’s innovative Student Sponsorship Model offers a more effective solution. Inspired by the success of ROTC programs, Clasp’s approach not only reduces costs but also boosts early talent retention by 94%. Learn how this game-changing strategy is transforming healthcare recruitment and building a more committed, long-term workforce.
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Press Release: Bergen New Bridge Partners with Clasp to Address Workforce Challenges

Press Release: Bergen New Bridge Partners with Clasp to Address Workforce Challenges

Clasp makes monthly payments on student loan debt as part of a recruitment and retention program. (Paramus, NJ) – Paramus, NJ – Bergen New Bridge Medical Center has partnered with Clasp, a recruitment platform for healthcare providers, becoming the first hospital in New Jersey to innovate its recruitment and retention efforts through a new kind of student loan repayment program.
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From Budget Cuts to Burnout: Why Medicaid’s Crisis Is a Workforce Wake-Up Call

From Budget Cuts to Burnout: Why Medicaid’s Crisis Is a Workforce Wake-Up Call

Hospitals across the country are bracing for the largest proposed Medicaid cuts in decades—up to $800 billion over 10 years (or 29% of state-financed Medicaid spending per resident). But this isn’t just a budget issue. It’s a ticking time bomb for care access, operational resilience, and workforce stability.
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A partnership announcement sharing the investment from Rochester Regional Health in key clinical roles like CRNAs, Surgical Technologists, and Radiologic Technologists

Rochester Regional Health Breaks Records With Student Loan Repayment Commitments

Rochester Regional Health announces a new partnership with Clasp to support future CRNAs, Surgical Technologists, and Radiologic Technologists through structured student loan repayment — up to $180K for CRNAs — creating a direct pathway to employment and long-term workforce stability across the Finger Lakes region.
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Webinar banner titled “Behind the Data: 2026 Is the Year of the Talent Pipeline” featuring healthcare leaders discussing clinical pipeline strategies for nurse retention, CRNA recruitment, and workforce planning.

2026 Is the Year of the Talent Pipeline: The 3 Workforce Shifts Health Systems Must Make Now

In 2026, healthcare systems face unprecedented workforce pressure driven by nurse turnover, shrinking CRNA and PT recruitment pipelines, and growing geographic training gaps. In Behind the Data: 2026 Is the Year of the Talent Pipeline, healthcare leaders from University Hospitals, Froedtert, and Wellstar share what’s actually working to stabilize clinical staffing. This article recaps key insights from the webinar and outlines how modern clinical pipeline strategies must evolve beyond reactive hiring. Leaders explain why clinical retention is now the most reliable pipeline, how federal loan caps are restricting advanced practice pipelines, and why education financing has become a critical workforce lever. The discussion highlights the need for faster decision-making, targeted innovation, and scalable solutions like loan repayment to support healthcare worker recruitment and long-term retention. Designed for healthcare executives and talent leaders, this practical overview offers a clear framework for taking action now—showing how near-term investments in retention, education support, and clinical pipeline development can reduce clinician turnover and rebuild sustainable staffing for the future.
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Resources

Data & Reports
Whitepaper

The ‘Big Beautiful’ Healthcare Playbook: How OBBB Impacts Your Clinical Talent Pipeline — and What to Do About It

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Whitepaper

School Deserts Index: Where Your Talent Pipeline Will Break—and How to Fix It

Cover of whitepaper titled "School Deserts Index: Where Your Talent Pipeline Will Break—and How to Fix It"

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¹ Results may vary. Based on sample of 500 skilled trade employees in Clasp’s servicing portfolio data and national average turnover rates for commercial truck driver and diesel technician roles. Sources: Clasp, Zippia, American Trucking Associations.

² Program selection is not guaranteed. If qualified, selected, and employed by a participating employer for a specified employment term, the employer will pay back up to a specified amount toward the student’s eligible, synced student loans in installments via the Clasp platform. In case of voluntary employment termination or termination with cause, failure to meet the terms of the student’s sponsorship agreement, or in the event the student chooses to leave the program at any time, the student is responsible to pay any remaining outstanding amount. The student is personally responsible for the financial obligations under their loan agreement(s). Any agreement between the student and their employer sponsor is entirely separate from their loan obligation(s) and will not in any way offset their obligations to their lender unless payments are made by them or any other party on their behalf.