Unpublished MSc thesis, Victoria University, 2004/01, 40, type of study: ,css,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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Keywords:

Australia [175]
cross sectional study [894]
osteopaths [269]
job satisfaction [6]
stress [116]

Abstract:

Job satisfaction and occupational stress are important, but under investigated issues among osteopaths. In related professions, such as general medical practice, occupational stress is a key factor reducing job satisfaction, and potentially compromising patient care. This study explored the job satisfaction and sources of occupational stress among osteopaths with at least 5 years clinical practice experience. A concurrent study was conducted to explore the same issues among recent graduates. This minor thesis was written by a post-graduate student as part of the requirements of the Master of Health Science (Osteopathy) program.