Burnout and Resilience in the Community-Based Pharmacist Practitioner
Kristine M Cline1, Bella Mehta1
1The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy.
Innovations in Pharmacy
|June 12, 2023
Summary
A significant majority of community pharmacists experience burnout and workplace stress, primarily due to workload and lack of control. Organizations should address staffing and foster well-being cultures to support pharmacist mental health.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Occupational Health
- Psychology
Background:
- Community-based pharmacists face significant workplace stress.
- Burnout is a growing concern in healthcare professions, impacting patient care and practitioner well-being.
- Validated tools are essential for accurately assessing burnout and workplace stressors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the prevalence of burnout and workplace stress among community-based pharmacists.
- To identify key workplace stressors contributing to pharmacist burnout.
- To explore coping mechanisms and organizational strategies for improving pharmacist well-being.
Main Methods:
- Anonymous online survey administered to licensed Ohio pharmacists.
- Utilized the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) to assess burnout dimensions.
- Employed the Areas of Worklife Survey (AWS) to identify workplace stressors.
Main Results:
- 67.2% of surveyed community pharmacists reported experiencing burnout.
- Workload, control, and reward were identified as primary workplace stressors.
- Self-care, mindfulness, and personal time were common coping strategies.
Conclusions:
- High rates of burnout necessitate organizational interventions for community pharmacists.
- Addressing staffing levels and cultivating a culture of well-being are crucial for improving pharmacist well-being.
- Further research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented interventions.
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