Job satisfaction and its influencing factors among anesthesia graduates: Evidence from a cross-sectional study in China

Objectives: To assess job satisfaction among anesthesia graduates working in various medical institutions across China. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted, collecting demographic information, Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire scores, work pressure, and turnover intentions. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to examine factors influencing job satisfaction. The electronic survey was distributed to Chinese anesthesia graduates from December 2021 to January 2022. Results: A total of 595 questionnaires were distributed, with 318 valid responses, resulting in a response rate of 53.4%. The participants’ overall job satisfaction score on the Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire was 75.85±12.57. Multiple linear regression analysis identified the following variables as significantly associated with job satisfaction: age, daily working hours, income, current position, and work pressure. Conclusions: Anesthesia graduates in China reported slightly higher-than-average overall job satisfaction. However, several issues remain. Attention should be given to the impact of factors such as youth, long working hours, low income, current position, and high work pressure on job satisfaction. The government should support anesthesiologists with improved training, job security, and benefits to enhance job satisfaction.