Table 4 Distribution of clinical and laboratory health workforce in 122 facilities surveyed
From: Malaria diagnostic capacity in health facilities in Ethiopia
Profession | Number working in hospitals (%) | Number working in health centers (%) |
|---|---|---|
Clinical | ||
Medical specialists (all type) | 51 (60%) | 34 (40%) |
General practitioners | 95 (92%) | 8 (8%) |
Health officer | 64 (33%) | 131 (67%) |
Nurse | 737 (46%) | 882 (54%) |
Health assistant | 12 (38%) | 20 (62%) |
Laboratory staff | 120 (44%) | 155 (56%) |