Revealing Job satisfaction among Optometrists through moderation of Person-Organization fit
Description
Purpose: This study aims to provide baseline data for welfare of optometrists and enhancement of working environment by grasping the effects of all dimensions of employee empowerment on professional job satisfaction through moderation of person-organization fit. The research model is supported with a theory called JCM (Job characteristic model). Research Design: This study used a structured questionnaire to collect data from optometrists, employed on any level in Pakistan. Respondents were asked to answer 5-point Likert scale questions regarding person-organization fit, employee empowerment, and job satisfaction. The collected data is analyzed through advanced statistical software SPSS & Smart PLS. Findings: The statistics showed that more than half of the optometrists (51.2%) in Pakistan are not satisfied with their job. The greater mean scores of all dimensions of employee empowerment showed that Optometrists are generally empowered at their job. They also have an impact over the workplace and work they do. Despite of all this it was found that there is low level of job satisfaction among optometrists. Furthermore the role of P-O Fit as moderator was also not established. The control variables showed the significant association of pay package with job satisfaction. We can conclude from this study that despite of being psychological empowered, Optometrists are not satisfied with their job due to low pay packages. Implications: The findings of this study can be helpful for monitoring bodies to enhance their employee’s productivity and job satisfaction. They are recommended to take measures to empower their employees and develop policies regarding optometric practices and their growing needs. Strategic planning and effective management of human resources for eye-health in Pakistan are essential in the development of quality eye-health systems and the provision of high-quality eye care services.