An Evaluation Research Study on the Management and Development of Human Resources at Sub-District Health Promotion Hospitals Transferred to the Thai Provincial Administrative Organizations
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Manpower management, human resource development, subdistrict health promotion hospitalAbstract
This research aims to evaluate the management and development of human resources at sub-district health promoting hospitals transferred to Thai provincial administrative organizations. It focuses on the impact on workforce post-transfer, reviewing literature to develop a conceptual framework with nine guiding research questions. A qualitative methodology was used, gathering data from 32 SHPHs across eight provinces in four regions. Findings indicate a positive change in workforce numbers post-transfer, ongoing issues with workforce shortages, and facing skill deficiencies and morale. The findings express that an urgent need of state-led workforce development to equip local health personnel, in both quantity and quality, to meet professionally established standards. Both academic and managerial recommendations for those involved are finally provided.
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