| Abstract: | This article analyzes turnover in the position of state hospital director. It examines the relationship between role structure, job stress and burnout. Based on this analysis, recommendations are made for the restructuring of a top management team. Buffalo Psychiatric Center, a 750-bed facility operated by the New York State Office of Mental Health, provides the setting for this case study.Diane M. Pinchoff, M.A., is Associate Director of the Buffalo Psychiatric Center, 400 Forest Avenue, Buffalo, N.Y. 14213. Mahmud Mirza, M.D., is Director of the Buffalo Psychiatric Center. Reprint requests should be directed to Diane M. Pinchoff at the above address. |
