Job satisfaction in graduates of the career of dental surgeon: a cross sectional study
Abstract
This study aims to estimate job satisfaction levels in graduated of dental school of Autonomous University of Guerrero, México, and determine which factors influence such satisfaction levels. A cross-sectional study was carried out in 144 dentists graduated from the dental school of Autonomous University of Guerrero through a validated survey. Logistic regression analysis was performed to obtain OR, p-value and confidence intervals (95% CI) in the STATA13 statistical program. The overall percentage of job satisfaction was 92%, while the variables that explained the model were, the role of the dentist (Owner or employed) (OR = 2.2 , p = 0.03 95% CI 1.1-4.4), and the level of satisfaction of the knowledge acquired within their academic dental school training (OR = 19.2, p = 0.00 95%CI 3.1-118). The professional satisfaction of a dentist is of great importance, because it impacts their performance at work, and is closely related
to overall satisfaction of life, since both contribute reciprocally to the happiness of a person, as well as the general welfare in the community.
Abstract
Job satisfaction has been defined as the general perception that a person has about their work, and it´s influenced by a variety of factors that can be classified as intrinsic factors (recognition, work tasks, or responsibility) and extrinsic factors (conditions of work, company policies, or salary) [1]. Others have described it as a positive emotional state resulting from the evaluation of work or work experience.
The professional satisfaction of a dentist impacts his performance at work and is closely related to the overall satisfaction of life, since both contribute reciprocally to a person¿s happiness, as well as the general well-being in the community [2].
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