What does it mean to be an allied health professional working in rural Aotearoa New Zealand? A qualitative study.

Objective: Building health services and workforce that are both well supported and fit for purpose is a key consideration for improving health outcomes in rural populations. Achieving this requires an understanding of the roles and practice characteristic of each professional group, including allied health professionals. This study explores what it means to be an allied health professional practicing in rural Aotearoa New Zealand.

The allied health workforce of rural Aotearoa New Zealand: a scoping review.

Introduction The allied health workforce is a crucial, if at times poorly visible, component of modern healthcare systems. The services provided by allied health professionals may be particularly important for underserved populations, including rural and remote communities. Aim To determine what is currently known through research about the allied health workforce in rural Aotearoa New Zealand.