ANALYSING THE EFFECT OF WORK ENVIRONMENT ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE AMOUNG MEDICAL DOCTORS IN NIGERIA PUBLIC HOSPITALS

This study investigates the impact of the work environment on employee performance among medical doctors in public hospitals in Kano State, Nigeria. The primary objective was to evaluate how factors such as hospital infrastructure, peer support, and organizational climate influence doctors' motivation and job performance. A quantitative research design was adopted, with data collected from 256 medical doctors across 33 public hospitals in Kano Metropolis using a structured questionnaire based on the Vantage Circle Employee Performance Survey. Descriptive statistics highlighted the demographic profile of respondents, showing a majority under the age of 30, with significant representation in departments like Internal Medicine and Paediatrics. Inferential statistical analyses, including ANOVA and regression, revealed a significant positive relationship between perception of the work environment (PWE) and employee motivation and performance (EMP), with a p-value of 0.001. This indicates that an improved work environment strongly enhances doctors' performance and motivation levels. The study concludes that enhancing the work environment in public hospitals-through investments in infrastructure, robust support systems, and improved working conditions-can significantly boost doctors' performance. Recommendations include upgrading hospital facilities, fostering teamwork, providing regular professional development opportunities, and implementing policies to promote work-life balance. These measures are vital to ensuring effective healthcare delivery in public hospitals in Nigeria.