Fanning The Flames Of Commitment: Unraveling Job Satisfaction And Battling Burnout In Multidisciplinary Hospital Teams: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Background: This systematic review aimed to evaluate job satisfaction and burnout levels among multidisciplinary hospital team members and identify areas for improvement in team dynamics. Burnout and poor job satisfaction among healthcare professionals can have significant implications for patient care, staff morale, and retention in the healthcare setting.

Aim: To analyze the current literature on job satisfaction and burnout in different healthcare fields, with a specific emphasis on understanding how it affects team dynamics. The review sought to provide evidence-based insights to inform interventions and strategies aimed at enhancing the well-being of healthcare professionals and promoting effective teamwork.

Method: A systematic search of databases, including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and CINAHL, was conducted to identify relevant studies published between 2019 and 2023. The inclusion criteria for this study consisted of selecting articles written in English that specifically examined job satisfaction and burnout levels in multidisciplinary hospital teams. Additionally, the chosen articles had to use well-established scales for measurement and provide valuable data on team dynamics. After initial screening and quality assessment, ten studies were included in the synthesis.

Results: The review revealed a consistent pattern of high burnout levels among healthcare professionals, particularly nurses and allied health staff, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Job satisfaction rates were significantly affected, and team dynamics were impacted by burnout. Effective leadership and support systems were identified as crucial factors in mitigating burnout and fostering a positive work environment.

Conclusion: This systematic review highlights the urgent need to address burnout among multidisciplinary hospital team members. It underscores the importance of promoting well-being, personal resilience, and self-care among healthcare professionals to enhance team dynamics and overall healthcare delivery.

Evidence-based interventions and strategies are essential to cultivate a culture of organizational resilience and improve job satisfaction in the healthcare setting.