International Journal of Educational Innovation and Research
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)

Impact of Public Service Motivation on Service Quality in Cambodian Healthcare Settings

Kosal Thay (Preah Sihamoniraja Buddhist University)
Sarom Mok (Preah Sihamoniraja Buddhist University)
Mengheang Hor (Preah Sihamoniraja Buddhist University)
Somuny Som (Royal Academy of Cambodia)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study aimed: (1) to examine the level of public service motivation among healthcare providers; (2) to assess the level of service quality in public healthcare settings; and (3) to investigate the relationship between public service motivation and service quality in public healthcare settings in Cambodia. A quantitative research design based on correlational approach was employed. The data were collected from 300 healthcare providers via a structured questionnaire consists of public service motivation (PSM) and service quality (SQ) constructs. Descriptive and inferential statistical method were used to analyze the data. The findings found that the overall PSM was at moderate level (M = 3.49), with self-sacrifice ranked highest among all dimensions. At the same time, SQ was perceived at high level (M = 3.56), with assurance and responsiveness as the top dimensions. Interestingly, the study revealed a positive and statistically significant relationship between PSM and SQ (r = 0.80, p< 0.01), suggesting that higher levels of motivation are associated with better service delivery. The results highlighted the essential role of intrinsic motivation in enhancing healthcare service quality. These findings offer practical insights for advancing healthcare reforms and promoting more responsive and citizen-centered service delivery in Cambodia.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijeir

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

International Journal of Educational Innovation and Research (IJEIR) is a scientific journal published by Universitas Majalengka, West Java - Indonesia. The aims of the journal are to facilitate scientific publication of the results of research in the education field and participate to boost the ...