| Abstract: | The purpose of this study attempted to address main factors that affecting job satisfaction of
health professionals in Ras Desta Damtew memorial Hospital. Explanatory research design
and quantitative study approach is used to conduct the study. Proportional stratified sampling
technique and sample size determination formula delivered by Yamane (1967:886) (cited by
Israel 2013)is used. The sample of the study consisted of206 employees ,from five selected
departments. From the literature, six factors are identified and Each factor is measured using 5-
point Likert-scale. A closed-ended adopted questionnaire is designed to collect primary data
and Secondary data is collected from previous research, unpublished materials, books,
journals, company manuals and company magazines. For data analysis purpose the statistical
software version20andexcelspread sheet is used. The findings of this study indicates training,
Leadership, and (reward, benefit, and salary)were found that significant predictor of job
satisfaction. However organizational structure, working environment and organizational
culture had no significant effect on job satisfaction. Furthermore, this study also manages to
present demographic variables effects toward Job Satisfaction of the employees in the hospital.
accordingly Age, educational qualification and Profession was not a significant factor for Job
satisfaction of Employees in the Hospital. Accordingly leaders at different level in the
organization in collaboration with human resource should improve the (reward, salary and
benefit),training and leadership system of Ras Desta Damtew memorial hospital. |
