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Work-Life Balance Among Medical Doctors in Public Hospitals in Algeria

In: Managing Human Resources in Africa

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  • Chima Mordi

    (College of Business, Arts, and Social Sciences, Brunel University London)

  • Mokhtar Ghoul

    (National Center for Cancer Care & Research, Hamad Medical Corporation)

  • Olatunji David Adekoya

    (College of Business, Technology and Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University)

  • Hakeem Adeniyi Ajonbadi

    (Birmingham City Business School, Birmingham City University)

Abstract

This chapter investigates the impressions and realities of work-life balance medical doctors working in public hospitals in Algeria. The study also assesses the barriers to achieving work-life balance among Algerian medical doctors. The study adopts a qualitative study through semi-structured interviews with 63 Algerian medical doctors. The study found several meanings associated with work-life balance, including time for family, time for work, time for religious activities/practices and time for social and recreational activities. In addition, we found three main barriers hindering the achievement of work-life balance among Algerian medical doctors, including availability and accessibility of infrastructure, uncertainty (unpredictability), and tolerance. The chapter concludes by highlighting some implications for policy and practice.

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  • Chima Mordi & Mokhtar Ghoul & Olatunji David Adekoya & Hakeem Adeniyi Ajonbadi, 2023. "Work-Life Balance Among Medical Doctors in Public Hospitals in Algeria," Springer Books, in: Chima Mordi & Hakeem Adeniyi Ajonbadi & Olatunji David Adekoya & Toyin Ajibade Adisa (ed.), Managing Human Resources in Africa, chapter 5, pages 105-132, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-031-33878-6_5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-33878-6_5
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