Dissertation Defense Announcement

The College of Education announces the final Dissertation of

Kathleen Kenwright

for the degree of Doctor of Education

August 8, 2016 at 11:00 am in 123, Ball Hall

Major Advisor: Mitsunori Misawa, PhD

AN EXAMINATION OF CAREER SATISFACTION FOR MEDICAL LABORATORY PROFESSIONALS USING WLODKOWSKI'S MOTIVATIONAL FRAMEWORK

ABSTRACT:  Based on Wlodkowski's theory of motivation, this survey research examined the medical laboratory scientists' job satisfaction with regard to the following motivational factors: inclusion, personal relevance, challenge, and competence. Using the convenient sampling technique, 334 medical laboratory scientists across the United States responded to an online survey. The correlational analyses were conducted. The results showed positive correlations between career satisfaction scores for medical laboratory scientists and: inclusion, personal relevance, and challenge. This study has implications for the medical laboratory science profession as changes in the laboratory could lead to increased satisfaction.