Improving access to health services in rural Victoria Health workforce enhancement program

1. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (Fictional) Improving access to health services in rural Victoria Health workforce enhancement program Shortage of health professionals is limiting the health care available to growing regional communities 60% Improved health outcomes for regional Victorians 50% KPI 1: Access to medical health services KPI 2:Increased use of medical services Reduce the cost burden for patients to access services in metropolitan areas 15% Develop grants and subsidy program for patients requiring treatment in city Use information technologies to allow local practitioners and consultants to deliver services 35% Develop telemedicine program in areas of high demand and shortage Upgrade to IT infrastructure More engaged and capable workforce 30% KPI 1: Reduction in skill shortages in health sector KPI 2:Increase in range courses available Broaden range of training and professional development for students and local professionals 20% Upgrade to off-campus training facilities Develop career path-way that integrates training in primary care & medical procedures Expand Continuing Professional Development activities & provide support Provide an incentive program for graduates & current professional to undertake training Loss of local health profession students pursuing better study opportunities is impacting growth of regional and rural communities 40% Sustainable regional communities 20% KPI 1: Attraction of graduates to rural practice KPI 2:Retention of professionals within rural practice Provide incentives and support to local medical professionals to undertake training in rural medicine 30% Develop recognition and remuneration strategy that rewards retention <firstname surname> <firstname surname> Yes / No • <e.g. 0.1, 1.0 etc> • <dd/mm/yyyy> • <firstnamesurname dd/mm/yyyy > • 5.0