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Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging
Open Access Original Research

Job Satisfaction Among Radiography Professionals Working in Rural Healthcare Settings: A Cross-Sectional Study

, Rohit Singh*

* Corresponding author: Rohit Singh

DOI10.62502/ijmi/v3i2art5
Pages 24–30Language EN Crossmark XML metadata
  1. Received30 Mar 2026
  2. Accepted28 May 2026
  3. Published29 Jun 2026

Abstract

Background: Job satisfaction among radiography professionals is important for maintaining workforce stability and quality diagnostic imaging services, particularly in rural healthcare settings.

Objective: To assess job satisfaction among radiography professionals working in rural healthcare facilities and identify factors influencing satisfaction and dissatisfaction.

Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 150 radiography professionals employed in rural healthcare institutions. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering demographic characteristics and various job satisfaction domains. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests were performed using SPSS version 26.0.

Results: The mean job satisfaction score was 3.34 ± 0.76. Moderate job satisfaction was reported by 54.7% of participants, while 24.0% reported high satisfaction and 21.3% reported low satisfaction. Satisfaction was highest for relationships with colleagues (72.0%) and patient interactions (68.7%). Major sources of dissatisfaction included inadequate salary (61.3%), limited career advancement opportunities (57.3%), staff shortages (52.0%), and excessive workload (49.3%). Significant associations were found between job satisfaction and age (p = 0.029), professional experience (p = 0.014), educational qualification (p = 0.041), and intention to leave rural employment (p < 0.001).

Conclusion: Radiography professionals in rural healthcare settings demonstrated moderate job satisfaction. Improving salary structures, career development opportunities, staffing levels, and workplace resources may enhance job satisfaction and support workforce retention.

Keywords

Job satisfactionRadiography professionalsRural healthcareDiagnostic imagingWorkforce retention.

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