Considine Alison, McEntee Mark F, Ryan Marie, Young Rena, Flynn Angela, Rawashdeh Mohammad, Abdelrahman Mostafa, El-Sayed Mohamed Z, England Andrew
The discipline of Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy, School of Medicine, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.
The discipline of Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy, School of Medicine, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland; Institute of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark.
J Med Imaging Radiat Sci. 2025 Jan;56(1):101785. doi: 10.1016/j.jmir.2024.101785. Epub 2024 Nov 7.
In Ireland, radiographers typically work in the public or private sector. This study investigates the determinants influencing radiographers' employment choices between the public and private sectors, offering employers valuable insights into the key factors that shape these decisions.
An online questionnaire was distributed nationally via social media and email. The survey gathered data on demographics, job acceptance factors, career progression, employee retention, and perceived sector advantages. Descriptive and qualitative analyses were employed.
One hundred and forty-one radiographers completed the survey, representing approximately 4.7 % of state-registered (CORU) radiographers in Ireland. Key differences between sectors emerged: public sector radiographers prioritized pension, job security, and paid sick leave. Private sector radiographers valued salary, benefits, working hour flexibility, and specialized training opportunities. Career progression was viewed more favorably in the private sector (58 %) compared to the public sector (41 %). Both sectors reported similar retention issues, primarily due to heavy workloads and burnout.
Employers can improve radiographer retention by aligning their strategies with the motivations of these professionals. The appeal of the public sector is rooted in stability and comprehensive benefits, whereas the private sector attracts radiographers through flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and higher income potential. By effectively balancing compensation, resources, and incentives, in conjunction with promoting technological innovation, organizations can significantly enhance radiographer retention in Ireland.
在爱尔兰，放射技师通常在公共部门或私营部门工作。本研究调查了影响放射技师在公共部门和私营部门之间就业选择的决定因素，为雇主提供了有关塑造这些决策的关键因素的宝贵见解。
通过社交媒体和电子邮件在全国范围内分发在线调查问卷。该调查收集了有关人口统计学、工作接受因素、职业发展、员工留任以及感知到的部门优势的数据。采用了描述性和定性分析方法。
141名放射技师完成了调查，约占爱尔兰国家注册（CORU）放射技师的4.7%。各部门之间出现了关键差异：公共部门的放射技师优先考虑养老金、工作保障和带薪病假。私营部门的放射技师重视薪资、福利、工作时间灵活性和专业培训机会。与公共部门（41%）相比，私营部门（58%）对职业发展的看法更为积极。两个部门都报告了类似的留任问题，主要原因是工作量大以及职业倦怠。
雇主可以通过使其策略与这些专业人员的动机保持一致来提高放射技师的留任率。公共部门的吸引力源于稳定性和全面的福利，而私营部门则通过灵活性、专业发展机会和更高的收入潜力吸引放射技师。通过有效平衡薪酬、资源和激励措施，同时促进技术创新，各组织可以显著提高爱尔兰放射技师的留任率。
