The Role of Perceived Work Environment on Job Performance: Evidence from Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Northeast China
Keywords:
work environment, job performance, TCM Hospital, job demands-resourcesAbstract
This research investigated the effects of perceived work environments on healthcare workers’ performance in a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) hospital in Northeast China. We used a questionnaire survey design, collecting 339 valid responses from medical staff via an online questionnaire. Statistical analyses, including Pearson correlation and multiple regression, revealed that both dimensions of the work environment positively affect job performance, with non-physical factors showing a slightly greater influence. These findings confirm that adequate resources and a supportive environment contribute significantly to enhanced job performance. The study provides theoretical validation of the JD-R framework and practical recommendations for TCM hospital administrators aiming to enhance human resource effectiveness and healthcare quality.
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