Explaining Turnover Intention among Physicians in Egyptian Public Hospitals: The Impact of Work–Life Balance and the Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction

Abstract Purpose: Even though employee turnover intention is a major problem for businesses worldwide, physicians at Egyptian public hospitals have not received enough attention. As a result, this study examines how work-life balance affects turnover intention while simultaneously examining the role that job satisfaction plays as a mediating factor. Methodology: An online survey distributed through social media sites was used in a quantitative, cross-sectional approach. 566 physicians working in Egyptian public hospitals made up the study sample. The data was examined using SPSS and AMOS to determine whether the suggested associations were accurate and whether any direct or indirect impacts existed. Findings: The results indicate that physicians’ likelihood of quitting their job is significantly impacted negatively by work-life balance. Work-life balance also improves job satisfaction, which in turn reduces the intention to leave. Furthermore, the association between work-life balance and turnover intention was found to be somewhat mediated by job satisfaction. Therefore, by increasing employee satisfaction, work-life balance reduces turnover intention both directly and indirectly. Implications: These findings highlight the need for public healthcare organizations to support work-life balance programs since doing so can increase physician satisfaction and reduce their likelihood of quitting. Future Research: To improve understanding of workforce dynamics in Egypt, future studies may build on current one by including more healthcare professionals and examining more organizational aspects. Keywords: Work–Life Balance; Job Satisfaction; Turnover Intention; Physicians; Egypt.