Job Satisfaction And Its Effects on Staff Performance of Al Thawra Hospital in Sana'a, Yemen

Abstract

Job satisfaction - or lack of it - hinges on a productive, accomplishing relationship between staff and management; indeed, the success of any organization depends on staff members who enjoy their jobs and feel rewarded by their efforts. Ultimately, of all the people in the health care institutions may suffer the most when this vital success factor is lacking. In the past, many scholars have been directed on job satisfaction but this still remains an issue for many organizations. Aim: This study aimed to determine the job satisfaction of Al Thawra Hospital's staff in Sana'a and its effect on their job performance. Methodology: A self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection from several departments of the mentioned hospital. Convenient sampling technique was used and 200 questionnaires were circulated and returned back for analysis. SPSS application was used for data analysis statistically. Results: The results showed that the general job satisfaction level for health workers of Al Thawra Hospital was low (mean = 2.45, SD = 0.64). Health workers' job satisfactions have affected on their job performance (13%) ranged from work environment (15%) to salary (4%). Conclusion and recommendations: Authority of the hospital has to meet its workers' social and economic needs especially salary and rewards. They have to provide a suitable work environment that plays an important role in enhancing workers performances