Who are Health Workers?
Health workers are all people engaged in work actions whose primary intent is to improve health, including doctors, nurses, midwives, public health professionals,
laboratory technicians, health technicians, medical and non-medical technicians, personal care workers, community health workers, healers, and traditional.
List Of Health Workers In Zambia
| Province | Number of Applicants Received | Number of Selected Applicants |
| Central | 7,642 | 1,028 |
| Copperbelt | 13,873 | 1,289 |
| Eastern | 3,824 | 1,007 |
| Luapula | 9,538 | 971 |
| Lusaka | 14,812 | 976 |
| Muchinga | 1,619 | 717 |
| North Western | 4,805 | 930 |
| Northern | 7,058 | 900 |
| Southern | 9,093 | 1,274 |
| Western | 3,142 | 1,178 |
| Total | 70,126 | 10,270 |
Division III Province
| Province | Number of Applicants Received | Number of Selected Applicants |
| Central | 7,803 | 93 |
| Copperbelt | 10,624 | 85 |
| Eastern | 6,897 | 95 |
| Luapula | 5,280 | 93 |
| Lusaka | 16,294 | 111 |
| Muchinga | 5,158 | 93 |
| North Western | 4,616 | 102 |
| Northern | 6,674 | 110 |
| Southern | 4,176 | 101 |
| Western | 5,996 | 121 |
| Total | 73,520 | 1,006 |
Who are the largest number of healthcare workers?
Nurses comprise the largest component of the healthcare workforce, are the primary providers of hospital patient care, and deliver most of the nation’s long-term care.
Employment of registered nurses is projected to grow by 6% each year from 2021 to 2031.
Which health course is in demand in Zambia?
The country faces the need for more quality Biomedical Scientists, Pharmacists, Radiographers, Prosthetist-Orthotists, and Physiotherapists.
Which degree is best for health?
Public Health/Community Nursing.
Medical Computer Specialist.
Hospital and Healthcare Facilities Administration/Management.
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services.
Maternal and Child Health.
Medical Informatics.
Long-Term Care Administration/Management.
Radiologic Technology/Radiation Therapy.
How much do doctors earn in Zambia?
Doctor / Physician salaries in Zambia range from 5,180 ZMK per month (starting average salary) to 23,800 ZMK per month