The COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its toll on the well-being and work satisfaction of healthcare providers, a new survey of more than 5000 clinicians at an academic medical center illustrates.
About 1 in 5 people reported considering leaving the workforce because of the challenges of working during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, 30% reported they are considering cutting back work hours.
“There are a substantial number of employees and trainees who are experiencing major stress and work disruptions because of the pandemic,” lead author Rebecca K. Delaney, PhD, told Medscape Medical News. “It is particularly alarming that people who have spent 5 or more years in training for their specialty are struggling with their work, so much so that they have even considered leaving the workforce or reducing their hours.”