The DirectShifts Benchmark
One platform. Thousands of placements. Here is what the data actually shows about healthcare hiring in 2025.
211,300 Clinical Hours Logged on DirectShifts in 2025. This Is What Real Utilization Looks Like.
Clinicians logged 211,300 verified hours in 2025, a steady increase from the previous year. This blog emphasizes platform utilization and reliability, showing a core community of active clinicians delivering consistent care
Behavioral Health Professionals Are DirectShifts' Fastest-Growing Clinician Segment in 2025
Behavioral health became the largest occupational category on the platform in 2025, reaching 10,021 confirmed users. Notably, 7 of the top 10 specialties on the platform were in behavioral health, including LCSWs and LPCs.
29,598 Job Applications in 2025. DirectShifts Delivered a 71% Surge for Healthcare Employers.
The platform saw a 71% surge in application volume in 2025, totaling 29,598 processed applications. This growth translates to faster shortlists and more options per role, with permanent positions seeing the highest engagement.
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