Rural and remote allied health professionals

"The influence of motivation in recruitment and retention of rural and remote allied health professionals: a literature review" was published recently in Remote Health.  The authors reviewed thirty-five articles, including twenty-six from Australia, and assessed positive and negative motivating factors intrinsic to the work. They analysed the findings using Herzberg's extrinsic and intrinsic classification.   Poor access to professional development, professional isolation and insufficient supervision were the most frequently reported disincentives, while rural lifestyle and diverse caseloads were the most frequently mentioned positive extrinsic incentives.  "Organizations that implement strategies to enhance both extrinsic and intrinsic motivation incentives are more likely to successfully address their AHP workforce shortage."


Campbell N, McAllister L, Eley D. (2012). Rural and Remote Health. 12:1900