Factors influencing performance in the family doctor team role of village health volunteers, Sai Khao Subdistrict, Hua Sai District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province.

Abstract

This cross-sectional research aimed to study the level of performance in family doctor team roles and factors influencing the performance of village health volunteers in Sai Khao Subdistrict, Hua Sai District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. The sample consisted of 86 village health volunteers selected through simple random sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire with a content validity index (IOC) of 0.718 and reliability of 0.724. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analysis.

The results showed that regarding motivation levels for work performance, growth needs had the highest level at 95.35%, followed by social relatedness needs at 77.91%, and existence needs at 74.42%. The level of performance in family doctor team roles was high at 82.56%. Multiple regression analysis revealed that all three motivational variables—existence needs, social relatedness needs, and growth needs—significantly influenced work performance (p < 0.05). Growth needs had the greatest influence (Beta = 0.204), followed by social relatedness needs (Beta = 0.192), and existence needs (Beta = 0.141). These three variables explained 72.10% of the variance in work performance.

Recommendations include that relevant agencies should develop systems to support career advancement, promote relationships and teamwork, and improve appropriate compensation and welfare. Future research should examine other factors influencing work performance and conduct qualitative studies to gain deeper understanding of work experiences.