Job Satisfaction, Burnout, and Intention to Leave among Dental Hygienists in Clinical Practice

Conclusion: Findings suggest there is overall job satisfaction amongst dental hygienists in clinical practice with the exception of the lack of fringe benefits and opportunities for promotion. Employers may need to identify ways to address these concerns to retain qualified dental hygienists. In addition, employers need to be proactive in addressing factors impacting burnout and dental hygienists' intent to leave their positions.PMID:33875527

Source: Journal of Dental Hygiene - April 20, 2021 Category: Dentistry Authors: Badal M Patel Linda D Boyd Jared Vineyard Lisa LaSpina Source Type: research