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Development Of A Digital Health Capability Framework For Allied Health Practitioners: An Australian First, Nikki Littlewood, Sharon Downie, Abbey Sawyer, Kath Feely, Dhruv Govil, Brit Gordon Jul 2022

Development Of A Digital Health Capability Framework For Allied Health Practitioners: An Australian First, Nikki Littlewood, Sharon Downie, Abbey Sawyer, Kath Feely, Dhruv Govil, Brit Gordon

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Background: The value of digital health technologies and their contribution to high-quality and safe clinical care and enhanced health patient experience and outcomes is well established. Digital health technologies are increasingly being used by Victorian allied health professionals (AHPs) in routine service delivery, the uptake of which has been significantly accelerated by the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Objectives: This case study outlines the development of a capability framework to support Victorian AHPs, health services, other employers, and university training partners to measure and expand digital health capability at individual practitioner and workforce levels. Methods: A mixed-methods approach to …


The Allied Health Work Readiness Study: Identifying Personal Characteristics Signalling Work Readiness In Allied Health Students, Maxine O'Brien, Kelli Troy, Jayne Kirkpatrick Jan 2020

The Allied Health Work Readiness Study: Identifying Personal Characteristics Signalling Work Readiness In Allied Health Students, Maxine O'Brien, Kelli Troy, Jayne Kirkpatrick

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Clinical placements associated with university degrees for the allied health professions aim to support the preparation of students for post graduate employment through the practical application of theoretical constructs. However, employers recognise that a range of generic skills and attributes outside of technical and academic achievement impact of work readiness. Allied health clinical educators within Darling Downs Health (DDH) sought to identify these generic characteristics, and their relative importance, with a view to further supporting the work readiness of students completing placements in the district. Method: The study utilised the knowledge and experience of allied health clinical educators, experienced …


Evaluation Of A Peer Group Model Of Supervision For The Allied Health Workforce In Queensland: A Descriptive Overview, Susan C. Pager, Pim Kuipers, Karen Bell, Fiona Hall Jan 2018

Evaluation Of A Peer Group Model Of Supervision For The Allied Health Workforce In Queensland: A Descriptive Overview, Susan C. Pager, Pim Kuipers, Karen Bell, Fiona Hall

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: An evaluation of a large scale implementation of a peer group model of professional supervision was conducted to inform service planning and guide policy and practice. A descriptive overview of the findings is presented. Method: Allied health staff trained in peer group supervision were surveyed about their experience of the model, its challenges and benefits. Interviews were also conducted with senior managers. Results: Analysis of 248 responses indicated that 72% of trained staff had participated in peer group supervision, and that these peer groups had continued for an average of 17.2 months. The majority of groups adhered …