Ambiente laboral y síndrome de Burnout en el personal sanitario del Distrito 07D01

Abstract

Burnout syndrome is an increasingly prevalent occupational health problem with critical implications for service quality, staff performance, and institutional sustainability in the health sector. This study aimed to determine the relationship between work environment conditions and burnout syndrome among healthcare personnel in District 07D01, located in El Oro province, Ecuador. A quantitative, descriptive, and correlational study was conducted with a sample of 162 health workers out of a population of 238, using the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) and a psychosocial risk questionnaire. The findings revealed a high prevalence of burnout: 47.5% of participants were at medium risk and 42.6% at high risk, while only 14.8% were classified as low risk. The most affected units were El Guabo, Chilla, District 07D01, and La Peaña. The analysis showed a significant correlation between adverse work conditions—such as excessive workload, lack of recognition, and poor communication—and the development of burnout. As a practical contribution, the study proposes an institutional intervention plan focused on prevention, organizational reform, and psychosocial support to mitigate risk factors, improve the work environment, and enhance staff mental health. It concludes that burnout in District 07D01 is a systemic issue requiring urgent action from district and national health authorities.