The raise will affect AHN staff members currently earning at or near the network’s current minimum hourly wage of $16 per hour, marking an almost 9% increase for approximately 1,700 employees, according to a March 15 news release from the health network.
AHN says the raise will have the most impact on those in entry-level positions such as environmental services, dietary services, patient care technicians and patient access.
The minimum wage in Pennsylvania is $7.25 per hour.
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