Abstract:
The objectives of this research were: 1) to study public satisfaction with the service quality of Thonburi Hospital; 2) to compare the level of public satisfaction with the service quality of Thonburi Hospital, classified by personal factors; and 3) to study the suggestions and improvement guidelines for the service quality of Thonburi Hospital. The sample consisted of 400 outpatients in Thonburi Hospital. The data collection instrument used was a questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation and inferential statistics including t-test and F-test (One-way ANOVA). In the case of finding statistical significant difference at 0.05, the analysis was conducted by pairwise comparison using least significant difference test.
The results of this study found that the sample overall satisfaction with the service quality of Thonburi Hospital at a high level. When considered in each area, reliability was at the highest, followed by assurance, tangibles, empathy, and responsiveness, respectively. The result of public satisfaction with the service quality of Thonburi Hospital, classified by personal factors including gender, age, career, and monthly income found that the public has no difference in satisfaction with the service.
This research suggested that Thonburi Hospital should prioritize the quality of service provided for venue management, as well as making personnel ready for service. This research would be beneficial for the management to develop the service to be fast and accurate, reducing the service process to facilitate the satisfaction and loyalty of patients in order to maintain long-term revenue and create more incentives for the patients, which is a way to create a competitive advantage for the hospital business.
Keywords: Satisfaction, Service Quality, Thonburi Hospital.