Human resources planning includes a documented plan for physicians, and a recruitment and retention plan that outlines strategies for improving quality of work life for staff. The team is encouraged to continue to develop an information system that will link to financial utilization and human resources data, and which will support the development of a comprehensive human resources plan. There is a partnership and process in place to ensure that staff have access to credit based education programs. Establishing stronger links to education organizations might result in improving recruitment and retention strategies. Employee and volunteer records are securely maintained.
Applicants give permission to complete reference checks.
Most jobs have documented position descriptions which include mechanisms for accountability. The process for evaluating performance is inconsistent among sites and encouragement is offered to standardize an employee appraisal process. The chief executive officer s performance is evaluated annually by the board. The team has recently implemented the first phase of a regional orientation program, with plans to fully implement by year end. Physician and board orientation are separate processes.