Assessing job satisfaction among family physicians: An Indian perspective across different practice settings

Job satisfaction for work-life balance, income, professional growth is higher among hospital-based practitioners and residentially trained doctors compared to community practice doctors and non-residentially trained doctors among Indian family doctors. Monthly income of more than one lakh rupees is associated with satisfaction for work-life balance, monthly income, professional growth and overall satisfaction. long working hour, day care facility, home visits and focused practice are the common associated factors for lower satisfaction. Practising entire spectrum of general practice, minor surgeries and, established referral system are common associated factor for higher satisfaction.