Career intentions,their influences and motivational factors in diagnostic radiography: A survey of undergraduate students |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Faculty of Health Studies, University of Bradford, Richmond Road, Bradford, BD7 1DP, UK;2. Radiology, Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DG, UK;1. Interventional Radiology Department, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Prescot St, L78XP, Liverpool, United Kingdom;2. University of Salford, L613, Allerton Building, M5 4WT, Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom;1. School of Graduate Research, Central Queensland University, Cairns, Australia;2. School of Education and the Arts, Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Australia;1. School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, Australia;2. Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, Australia;3. BreastScreen New South Wales, Hunter New England, Australia |
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| Abstract: | IntroductionThe choice of career and speciality can be a complex process. It is unclear what influences career decisions within undergraduate radiographers and whether the curriculum provides sufficient support.MethodsAn online cross-sectional survey was undertaken. All undergraduate diagnostic radiography students within one UK higher education institution were invited to participate. Questions were related to anticipated career choice, motivational factors and influences.ResultsThe response rate was 67.6% (90/133). The most popular specialist area for career preference was general radiography. The top three motivational factors were work life balance, career development and job satisfaction. The most influential factors on career choice were clinical placements, radiographers on placements and formal teaching. Career guidance was predominantly sourced from the personal academic tutor and was informed by role models.ConclusionRadiography academic teams and clinical placement providers must work together to ensure that students have access to high quality placements across specialities. The experiences received during undergraduate training are important in specialty choice.Implications for practiceCareer guidance is essential and should begin as early as possible. Clinical and academic radiographers need to appreciate the influence they have on students future career plans. |
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| Keywords: | Radiography Students Career choice Specialisation Motivation Preference |
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