Retention strategy of paramedics in South Africa
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Authors
Binks, Faisal
Issue Date
2011-05
Type
Research Report
Language
en
Keywords
Emergency medical rescue services , Brain drain , Paramedics , Skills retention , Skills shortages
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Abstract
The pre-hospital industry is faced with many challenges, one of which is the skills shortage of advanced life support paramedics in the country. The industry has naturally dictated competition both nationally and internationally for the recruitment of these advanced life support paramedics. Staff turnover has increased as a result of this issue which also has financial implications on the individual business of constant recruitment and turnover. The purpose of this study is to investigate problems that currently exist in the industry with regards to the advanced life support paramedic employment which will provide valuable information on retention strategies and reduce staff turnover.