A supportive work culture is critical for surgeons and their happiness. Being able to look forward to work each day benefits your well-being and career satisfaction.
NexGen Surgical recognizes this. That’s why we’ve worked hard to develop a surgeon-centric environment prioritizing professional fulfillment and personal well-being. Read below to discover how a supportive work environment can affect your career and personal life.
Understanding the Impact of Work Culture on Surgeon Well-Being
Work culture is not just the overall “vibe” of the workplace. Instead, it extends out to encompass a variety of things, from the values upheld in the workplace to behaviors and practices. In surgical settings, a positive culture reduces stress while enhancing long-term career satisfaction and fulfillment. Conversely, traditional surgical environments often feature hierarchical structures where competition is fierce, the pressure is intense, and surgeons receive limited support—all of which increase stress and dissatisfaction
Key Elements of a Supportive Surgical Work Environment
Supportive surgical environments are characterized by collaboration, respect and open communication among team members. Providing surgeons with autonomy and decision-making power helps improve satisfaction among surgeons.
Above all else, effective leadership is crucial for creating a supportive culture. Hospital and health system leadership are instrumental in fostering a positive culture by promoting these values through their actions.
The Benefits of a Supportive Work Environment for Surgeons
As the old saying goes, “A rising tide lifts all boats.” In surgical settings, positive work cultures lead to improved patient care and surgical outcomes. Supportive environments also directly correlate to increased happiness among surgeons, leading to longer, more satisfying surgical growth.
In a supportive environment, opportunities for personal and professional growth abound, increasing surgeons’ well-being and job satisfaction.
Choosing the Right Work Environment for Your Surgical Career
When evaluating new career opportunities, it is crucial to look past details like hours, pay, and benefits is crucial. While these are all important and should factor into your decision-making process, assessing the work culture is just as essential.
- Assess team interactions to understand whether the environment is collaborative or competitive.
- Gauge leadership styles. In a positive environment, leaders will lead by example.
- Do colleagues and leaders communicate openly, or are people guarded in what they say?
- Look out for strictly hierarchical environments in which people are placed above or below others and are expected to behave accordingly. While all workplaces will have leaders, there should also be mutual respect among everyone.
- Ask about opportunities for personal and professional development. In a positive culture, leadership will actively promote opportunities for surgeons to gain greater personal and professional satisfaction.
Not every workplace is perfect—but if many of the above qualities are missing within an opportunity you’re considering, you may want to look for better opportunities.
NexGen Surgical’s Commitment to a Surgeon-Centric Work Culture
NexGen Surgical is committed to creating a supportive work environment that prioritizes surgeon well-being and autonomy. How do we do it?
To start, surgeons who work with NexGen work only two weeks out of each month — and your time off is yours, without on-call hours. Each opportunity is tailored to your specific needs, and while you will be offering a much-needed service to underserved rural communities, you don’t need to live in that area to work there.
Surgeons working with NexGen experience reduced stress, increased career satisfaction and fewer instances of burnout. The culture revolves around doing what you love best: practicing medicine and developing your skills to become an even better surgeon. That’s why NexGen handles staffing, billing, payroll and other administrative details. You’ll also have opportunities to attend workshops or pursue continuing education to enhance your skills further.
Find the Supportive Work Environment You Need at NexGen Surgical
NexGen Surgical is backed by years of experience creating better work environments for healthcare professionals. Our sister company, CCI Anesthesia, has been creating rewarding opportunities for anesthesiologists since 2004.
To explore how NexGen Surgical’s work culture can align with your values and career goals, contact us today.
