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Understanding Sonographer Burnout

Kelly H. Walvoord, BS

University of Oklahoma, 17604 Woodsorrel Road, Edmond, OK 73003 kmonkee{at}cox.net

It is important to identify factors leading to burnout, recognize who is suffering, and apply prevention techniques to deter burnout and stress in the workplace. Factors contributing to burnout have been identified as staff shortages, compassion fatigue, work environment, and job satisfaction. Gender, age, lower academic status, qualifications, training, and number of years in the field are indicators of who is suffering. Patients are also among those identified to be suffering from the burnout of their health care providers. Prevention techniques such as addressing workplace issues, stress reduction programs, and debriefing sessions have been suggested or shown to counteract the effects of stress. It is important for organizations and individuals together to recognize and attempt to prevent burnout.

Key Words: burnout • compassion fatigue • sonographer • job satisfaction

Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vol. 22, No. 3, 200-205 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/8756479306288866
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