Gunnison Valley Health

Health System with 2 hospitals across 2 states

Health System Overview

Health SystemGunnison Valley Health
Total Hospitals2
Commercial/Acute Hospitals2
Total Beds49
Commercial/Acute Beds49
HeadquartersGunnison, UT
Websitegvhealth.org

Hospitals by Type

Critical Access Hospital
2 hospitals
100% of health system

Teaching Status

50%
Teaching
Teaching Hospitals: 1
Non-Teaching Hospitals: 1
Teaching hospitals serve as educational institutions for medical professionals while providing patient care.

Hospital Locations

Hospitals in this Health System

HospitalTypeBedsTeachingRecently Joined
Gunnison Valley HealthCritical Access Hospital24YesNo
Gunnison Valley HealthCritical Access Hospital25NoNo

Recent News

Jun 11, 2025
Gunnison Valley Health (GVH) administrators are exploring a plan to construct a new medical office building, estimated to cost between $35 million and $50 million. The purpose of this project is to consolidate outpatient services, which are currently spread across seven leased locations throughout the valley, into a single facility. The proposed building, potentially up to 50,000 square feet, would be situated on a 4.2-acre parcel of undeveloped land owned by GVH, located just north of the new EMS building on North Colorado Street in Gunnison. If approved, construction could be completed as early as 2027. GVH CEO Jason Amrich provided an update on the project during a work session with Gunnison County Commissioners. A consulting firm, Stroudwater Associates, is finalizing a financial impact assessment that will present various financing options. This assessment will help administrators decide whether to seek approval from the GVH board of trustees in July. Amrich noted that consolidating services would allow GVH to evaluate its overall facilities and potentially divest from some properties. The plan aligns with a previous GVH facility master plan that recommended consolidating outlying clinics. Potential funding sources include utilizing GVH's debt capacity, a USDA loan program for rural hospital development, tapping into GVH reserves, or partnering with a third-party developer. The new building could also offer space for private healthcare providers and potentially lab space for the Western Colorado University nursing program. Amrich also expressed concern that older, potentially substandard buildings could negatively impact public perception of the quality of care at GVH. According to a University of Colorado Boulder study, independent hospitals significantly contribute to Colorado's economy; GVH currently employs 550 people and had salaries and benefits exceeding $55 million in 2024.
Jun 11, 2025
Gunnison Valley Health (GVH) administrators are currently exploring plans to construct a new medical office building, a project estimated to cost between $35 and $50 million. This proposed development aims to consolidate outpatient services, which are currently spread across seven leased locations, into a single facility. The favored site for this potential 50,000-square-foot building is a 4.2-acre parcel of undeveloped land already owned by GVH, situated just north of the new EMS building on North Colorado Street in Gunnison. If the project receives approval, construction could potentially be completed as early as 2027. GVH CEO Jason Amrich recently provided an update on the project's status during a work session with Gunnison County Commissioners. A consulting firm, Stroudwater Associates, is finalizing a financial impact assessment that will outline various financing options. This assessment will help administrators decide whether to seek approval from the GVH board of trustees in July. Consolidating clinics into a central office building was a recommendation from a GVH facility master plan developed last year by Stroudwater, which indicated that the health system had too many dispersed locations. Amrich also noted that while GVH has the debt capacity for financing, other options like a USDA loan program for rural hospital development, utilizing GVH reserves, or partnering with a third-party developer are also being considered. Amrich emphasized that potentially substandard current buildings can negatively impact public perception of care quality and highlighted the hospital's significant contribution to the local economy, currently employing 550 people and paying over $55 million in salaries and benefits in 2024.
May 14, 2025
Vikki McClaskey, an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) at Gunnison Valley Hospital, has been named Utah's AEMT of the Year. This award recognizes her significant dedication, compassion, and outstanding service to the community. McClaskey, who began as a basic EMT in 2009 and became an AEMT in 2013, has served as the hospital's EMS Director for the past five years. She was scheduled to be honored at a special awards ceremony during National Emergency Medical Services Week on May 21st. McClaskey expressed that the award is a humbling acknowledgment and emphasized that she couldn't do her job without her team of EMTs, considering it more of an agency award than an individual one. Brenda Bartholomew, CEO of Gunnison Valley Hospital, praised McClaskey's leadership and selfless service.
May 09, 2025
Gunnison Valley Health was recognized as one of Becker's Hospital Review's '150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare' for 2025. This national recognition highlights organizations with outstanding workplace culture, strong employee engagement, and mission-driven leadership. Gunnison Valley Health's inclusion on this list is attributed to its focus on staff well-being and the belief that a positive work environment translates to better patient care. The hospital supports its staff through various initiatives, including tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, professional development, and a Just Culture framework. They also utilize employee forums and engagement surveys for feedback and have a peer-nominated awards program. This acknowledgment coincides with recent technological advancements and growth at Gunnison Valley Health, including the successful launch of the Epic electronic health record system in partnership with UCHealth and plans for acquiring orthopedic clinics and an ambulatory surgery center to enhance regional services. [12, 25]
May 03, 2025
Gunnison Valley Health officially transitioned to the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system on May 3, 2025. This move, part of a partnership with UCHealth through the Epic Community Connect program, aims to streamline care, patient medical records, and billing processes. The implementation of Epic is expected to be a significant, potentially transformative, upgrade for both GVH and the community it serves. Key benefits highlighted include more user-friendly patient portals providing access to health information, appointment scheduling, and online bill payment. The new system is intended to enhance patient care by offering providers instant access to comprehensive health histories, test results, and treatment plans, thereby reducing delays and improving diagnostic accuracy. This seamless integration is also expected to minimize errors and support continuity of care across different clinic locations. Despite adopting UCHealth's instance of Epic, Gunnison Valley Health maintains its independence and governance structure. [3, 4, 2, 22]

Executive Leadership

Jason Amrich

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer at Gunnison Valley Health. Drives strategic vision and operational excellence. View Profile mentioned in search results.

Ginette Sebenaler

Interim Chief Financial Officer

Interim Chief Financial Officer at Gunnison Valley Health. View Profile mentioned in search results.

Dr. Stephanie Porter

Chief Medical Officer

Chief Medical Officer at Gunnison Valley Health. View Profile mentioned in search results. Also listed on the Board of Directors.

Nicole Huff

Chief Nursing Officer

Chief Nursing Officer at Gunnison Valley Health. View Profile mentioned in search results. Also listed as Emergency Department Director.

Wade Baker

Vice President of Operations

Vice President of Operations at Gunnison Valley Health. View Profile mentioned in search results. Mentioned with the CEO regarding operational items.

Jenny Birnie

Vice President of Community Health & Development

Vice President of Community Health & Development at Gunnison Valley Health. View Profile mentioned in search results. Also listed on the Board of Directors.

Quincy Knight

Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director at Gunnison Valley Health. View Profile mentioned in search results.

MZ. Muhammad Aurang Zaib

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer on the Leadership Team at Gunnison Valley Health listed on The Org.

CJ Malcolm

Chief Of Emergency Services, Fp-c

Chief Of Emergency Services, Fp-c on the Leadership Team at Gunnison Valley Health. Chief of Gunnison Valley Health Paramedics. Leads Emergency Services Team, with experience in paramedicine and rescue, including as an ocean lifeguard and street medic. Managed the Preventive Search and Rescue Team with Grand Canyon National Park and led Gunnison County's Pandemic and Vaccine Response.

Mark Kaufman, M.D.

Chair, GVH Board of Trustees

Chair of the GVH Board of Trustees at Gunnison Valley Health. Dedicated to Improving the Health of Our Community. View Profile mentioned in search results.

Marla H. Crockett, BSN, MBA

Vice Chair, GVH Board of Trustees

Vice Chair of the GVH Board of Trustees at Gunnison Valley Health. Dedicated to Improving the Health of Our Community. View Profile mentioned in search results.

Bruce Alpern

Secretary / Treasurer, GVH Board of Trustees

Secretary / Treasurer of the GVH Board of Trustees at Gunnison Valley Health. Dedicated to Improving the Health of Our Community. View Profile mentioned in search results.