Another week, another doctor leaving. This takes us back to 8 doctors, with only 7 of us covering the 123 out of hours work per week (so only 17.5 hours extra first on call each on top of our 45 hours standard). The latest from the department of health is still that all funding for posts is frozen but we were pleased to hear that they are "busy with a proposed proforma for 2010/2011 for filling of posts ". In the meantime they have suggested that "managers must manage" and questioned why there are so many managers in District Hospitals. I'm wondering why we have 6 people working in the HR office if we aren't hiring any new people...
On the plus side, Anna leaving meant another farewell braai last night, and the resultant redistribution of belongings from her house today- we've gained a throw for our sofa and a small wooden giraffe. Our house feels almost homely.
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