A Quasi‐Experimental Retrospective Cohort Study Evaluating Demand, Utilisation and Efficiency of a Pilot 7‐Day Multidisciplinary Allied Health Assistant Model of Care in a Regional Australian General Medical Ward

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the demand, utilization, and efficiency of a 7-day allied health assistant model of care in a regional hospital setting.
• Conducted a quasi-experimental retrospective cohort study
• Assessed the impact of a 7-day allied health assistant model on access and efficiency
• Evaluated multidisciplinary uptake across various allied health disciplines
• Improved access to allied health services without additional staffing needs
• Increased efficiency in service delivery within the general medical ward
• Limited engagement from non-physiotherapy disciplines affected overall multidisciplinary benefits

Abstract