Satisfaction, Motivation and Engagement of Physiotherapists in Performing Their Work

Abstract

Satisfaction at work, motivation and employee engagement are interconnected in important ways, affecting employees' performance at work and, consequently, the success of the organisation as a whole. The study aims to examine the engagement and motivation of physiotherapists working at the Terme Šmarješke Toplice health spa in Slovenia. It is based on a descriptive and causal non-experimental (empirical) research method, and employs quantitative data-collection and survey techniques. Working from a sample of 22 physiotherapists employed at Terme Šmarješke Toplice, we found a medium level of work engagement and motivation (x ̅ = 3.23), indicating that while they might be satisfied at work, they are not engaged with it, i.e., their engagement is not optimal or is incapable of increasing. The results highlight the need for further activities and for possible improvements at the physiotherapist and company level, particularly in relation to working conditions.