A Comparison of Job Satisfaction Levels Among South African Public Healthcare Professionals

Hlayiseka M.  Mathevula; Shepherd  Dhliwayo

doi:10.36941/ajis-2022-0043

Authors

Hlayiseka M. Mathevula College of Business and Economics, University of Johannesburg, Cnr Kingsway & University Roads, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2006, South Africa
Shepherd Dhliwayo College of Business and Economics, University of Johannesburg, Cnr Kingsway & University Roads, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2006, South Africa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36941/ajis-2022-0043

Keywords:

Job satisfaction, healthcare professionals, dissatisfaction, South Africa, developing economy

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine levels of job satisfaction among healthcare professionals in South Africa. Self-administered questionnaires were distributed through email, and by hand, to a sample of pharmacists, nurses, and doctors across the country. The study found that the majority of the doctors, nurses and pharmacists were not satisfied with their jobs. There was also a significant difference between nurses and pharmacists regarding overall job satisfaction but not between doctors and pharmacists / nurses. It is recommended that working conditions of healthcare professionals in South Africa be improved.

Received: 3 July 2021 / Accepted: 22 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022