TO EXPLORE THE LEVEL OF JOB SATISFACTION AMONG SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS WORKING IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS

Abstract

Background: Working with the full range of communication and its disorders, speech-language pathologists evaluate and diagnose speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages, from infants to the elderly. So, it was necessary to explore the level of job satisfaction among speech and language pathologists working in the public and private sectors to rule out any insecurities among them regarding their workplace.

Objectives: To explore the level of job satisfaction among speech and language pathologists (SLPs) working in the public and private sectors.

Methods: The data was collected from speech-language pathologists working in different cities in Pakistan. The sample size was estimated to be 156 speech and language pathologists, with a confidence interval of 95%. The sample size was calculated through an online portal (surveysystem.com). The data was gathered through convenience sampling via an online questionnaire.

Results: 98 of the 156 speech and language pathologists met the inclusion criteria and filled out the questionnaire. 23.5% of speech and language pathologists were working in the public sector, while 76.5% were working in the private sector. Approximately 60% of SLPs working in the private sector were more satisfied than SLPs who were working in the public sector. The main factors included fair amount of work, the transport facility was fairly interactive with colleagues, and supervisors were highly cooperative.

Conclusion: Job satisfaction among SLPs is influenced by factors like salary, transport facilities, colleagues' interaction, and supervisory cooperation, with private sector workers experiencing higher satisfaction.