Health

Mon Aug 15

How your doctors' job satisfaction affects the care you receive

Written by Helen Dickinson, Associate Professor, Public Governance, University of Melbourne

When doctors aren't engaged, things can go tragically wrong.Shutterstock.wavebreakmedia

When employees are engaged with their work and organisation, they’re more likely to perform well. This is particularly important in the context of health, where engagement improves the efficiency and effectiveness of services, reduces staff absenteeism and...

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