Affiliation:
1. PhD candidate (Management), College of Business, Law and Governance, James Cook University, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study is to examine management practices that support the wellbeing of health professionals working in remote regions, which may improve workforce retention. Method: An online questionnaire was distributed to health professionals working in remote regions of the Kimberley and North Queensland. A response rate of 20% was achieved. Results: The findings suggest that, for health professionals working in remote regions of northern Australia, accessing adequate support is one of the most challenging aspects of working in remote regions. Hence, in remote regions where turnover is high, retention of competent health professionals may benefit from management practices that provide improved personal and professional support. Conclusions: Health professionals working in remote Australia face unique pressures due to their geographical and professional isolation. Therefore, providing support improves their professional competence and personal wellbeing, and promotes workforce stability, which benefits the remote community through better access to health services.
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health
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