Document Type
Poster
Session Format
Graduate Research Poster (no oral presentation)
Publication Date
Spring 3-21-2023
Faculty Advisor
Sarah Myers
Abstract
The primary goal of this study was to analyze factors that may affect the
longevity and commitment of a career within the profession of athletic
training. Aspects that were assessed include salary, perceived value,
scheduling, hours worked, work demands, available leisure time,
parenting, and family responsibilities.1 Previous research focused heavily
on work life balance in the athletic training profession. More specifically,
what challenges certified athletic trainers (ATs) face within their
workplace that may cause conflict in establishing as well as maintaining
work life balance and its impact on retention of ATs in the profession.
Literature supports many ATs experienced burnout among all settings
such as secondary schools, collegiate, clinical, and even amongst graduate
students gaining a clinical experience.1,2 Burnout may contribute to the job
satisfaction and commitment to the profession when difficulties are faced
beyond the control of the AT.3 The data in this study was evaluated to
determine if any trends are present among aspects of the online survey.
The survey was composed of questions related to factors effecting job
satisfaction and commitment. There were multiple significant findings
found within the study, specifically when discussing the motivation levels
throughout the career of an athletic trainer comparing beginning the
profession to current time. Additionally, the aspects such as perceived
value in the workplace, relationship with partnered healthcare
professionals, scheduling, and personal leisure were found to have the
largest impact on ATs retention.
Recommended Citation
Hill, Michael Jr., "Factors that may affect job satisfaction and commitment to the career within the profession of Athletic Training." (2023). Graduate Research Showcase. 103.
https://kb.gcsu.edu/grposters/103