Job satisfaction among dentists in Mongolia and its associated factors
- VernacularTitle:Шүдний эмч нарын дунд ажлын байрны сэтгэл ханамжийг судалсан дүн
- Author:
Battsetseg S
1
;
Byambasoyol N
1
;
Khongorzul Ts
1
;
Enkhjargal M
2
;
Urjinlham J
1
Author Information
1. Department of Operative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, MNUMS
2. Department of Operative Dentistry, Central Dental Hospital
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Working conditions;
Managerial competence;
Satisfaction;
Dentist
- From:
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences
2026;95(5):263-266
- CountryMongolia
- Language:Mongolian
-
Abstract:
Background:Occupational stress among dentists has both direct and indirect effects on individual mental health and work productivity. Furthermore, it is a critical factor influencing patient satisfaction, quality of care, human resource stability, and the sustainable development of healthcare organizations.
Aim:To assess job satisfaction among dentists and to identify selected factors associated with it.
Materials and Methods:This analytical cross-sectional study included a total of 98 dentists providing oral healthcare services in both public and private dental clinics in Mongolia. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered via Google Forms. The questionnaire consisted of 30 items across three sections, covering general information, working conditions, and job satisfaction. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel and SPSS version 31.0.
Results:The overall job satisfaction score among participating dentists was above average (3.68±0.77). The findings revealed that workplace comfort (r=0.570), colleague relationships (r=0.560), salary (r=0.501), managerial professional competence (r=0.484), and opportunities for professional advancement (r=0.482) were significantly and positively correlated with job satisfaction (p<0.001). Workload did not show a statistically significant association with job satisfaction (p>0.05). Notably, the level of satisfaction regarding institutional support for professional skill development was relatively low (1.87±0.86).
Conclusions:1. Factors such as workplace comfort, colleague relationships, salary, managerial competence and opportunities for professional advancement showed a statistically significant positive correlation with job satisfaction among dentists (p < 0.001). 2. The level of job satisfaction among dentists was assessed as above average (3.68±0.77).
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