A 2013 survey of physicians placed in new jobs, identified compensation and “lack of professional appreciation” as the primary reasons doctors pursued a new position. Pinnacle Health Group surveyed physicians placed by the firm between 2011 and 2013 to determine their reasons for leaving, as well as what might cause them to change positions again in the future. The 2013 survey results were consistent with the 2011 results that also sited “lack of autonomy or control in their practice” as a significant factor when physicians look for a new practice opportunity.
“The results of this year’s survey are consistent with what we have seen regarding the increased importance of finding the right balance between career and personal life,” said Mike Broxterman, Chief Operating Officer, Pinnacle Health Group.” Doctors once again sited the desire to be closer to family and friends as a primary motivator for seeking a new position. Closely related to work-life balance, physicians surveyed also listed work hours/ work load and the desire to work part-time as reasons that might motivate them to accept a new practice opportunity.