Occupational Stress And Job Satisfaction Among Women Professionals In Urology Services: A Review
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https://doi.org/10.65327/kidneys.v15i1.599Keywords:
Occupational Stress, Job Satisfaction, Urology Services, Workforce Well-being, Healthcare Workforce StabilityAbstract
Background: Occupational stress presents an ongoing challenge for workforce stability and service continuity in specialised healthcare environments. Urology services involve high procedural intensity, emotional labour, and sustained performance demands, increasing vulnerability to stress among healthcare professionals. Job satisfaction has gained attention as a key organisational factor influencing professional well-being and service effectiveness.
Objective: This review synthesises evidence on occupational stress and job satisfaction in healthcare settings with specific relevance to urology services, emphasising organisational and gender-related determinants that shape workforce well-being and sustainability.
Methods: A narrative review approach was adopted. Peer-reviewed studies published in English between 2018 and 2025 were identified through searches of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. Eligible studies examined occupational stress, job satisfaction, or related organisational factors among healthcare professionals in specialised or comparable clinical settings. Findings were synthesised qualitatively.
Results: Occupational stress in urology services is influenced by workload intensity, role complexity, supervisory practices, and perceived job security. Job satisfaction derived from supportive supervision, stable employment conditions, and positive workplace relationships demonstrates a buffering effect against stress. Gender-related role demands further shape stress experiences. Elevated stress is associated with absenteeism, reduced engagement, and workforce instability.
Conclusions: Job satisfaction functions as a protective mechanism against occupational stress in urology services. Organisational strategies focused on leadership support, employment stability, and inclusive workplace practices may enhance workforce resilience, service continuity, and long-term sustainability of urology healthcare delivery.
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