Analysis on job satisfaction and resignation intention of pediatric doctors in grade-A tertiary hospitals in Guangzhou City
Objective To understand the current situation of job satisfaction and resignation intention among pediatric doctors in grade-A tertiary hospitals in Guangzhou City,and to analyze the influencing factors.Methods In March 2023,150 on-the-job pediatricians from grade-A tertiary hospitals(including 8 general hospitals and 2 specialized hospitals)in Guangzhou City were selected by convenient sampling method to conduct a survey on their satisfaction and resignation intention,and the data were analyzed.Results The average score of satisfaction among 150 pediatricians was(3.50±0.83)points,with salary and benefits being the least satisfactory dimension,and interpersonal relationship satisfaction score being the highest.The average score of resignation intention was(2.39±0.70)points,with the highest score in the"possibility of obtaining external employment"item.There were statistically significant differences in job satisfaction and turnover intention scores among pediatric doctors with different commuting hours,administrative positions,weekly rest days,psychological guidance services,doctor-patient relationships,and occupational identity(all P<0.05).There was a statistically significant difference in job satisfaction scores between pediatric doctors in general hospitals and maternal and child specialized hospitals(P<0.05).There were statistically significant differences in turnover intention scores among pediatric doctors with different years of service and average monthly income after tax(both P<0.05).There was a negative correlation between job satisfaction and turnover intention(r=-0.623,P<0.05).The type of hospital,presence or absence of administrative positions,doctor-patient relationships,and professional identity were the influencing factors of job satisfaction,while after tax income,doctor-patient relationships,and professional identity were the influencing factors of turnover intention(all P<0.05).Conclusion The job satisfaction of pediatricians in grade-A tertiary hospitals in Guangzhou City is average,and their turnover intention is at a moderate level.In order to improve the satisfaction and retention rate of pediatric doctors,it is necessary to increase salary and benefits,promote career development,reduce work pressure,provide psychological counseling,improve doctor-patient relationships,and strengthen professional identity.