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Pediatric psychologists' perceptions of their work settings
Journal of Pediatric Psychology
|April 1, 1993
Summary
Pediatric psychologists report high job satisfaction, particularly in private practice. Key satisfiers include autonomy and patient care, while workload and research time are common dissatisfiers.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Pediatric Psychology
- Professional Psychology
Background:
- Pediatric psychologists work in diverse settings.
- Understanding their work environment is crucial for professional development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey pediatric psychologists' perceptions of their work settings.
- To identify factors influencing job satisfaction and dissatisfaction.
Main Methods:
- Survey administered to 261 pediatric psychologists.
- Data collected on work settings, professional activities, workload, and satisfaction.
Main Results:
- Clinical activities comprised nearly half of respondents' time.
- High overall job satisfaction was reported.
- Professional autonomy, patient care, and colleague relationships were top satisfaction drivers.
- Lack of research time, salary, and patient workload were key dissatisfiers.
- Pediatric psychologists in private practice reported higher satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric psychologists experience high job satisfaction, influenced by autonomy and patient care.
- Workload and research time present challenges.
- Private practice settings appear to foster greater work satisfaction.