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ArticlePharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)2026

Pharmacists' Work Experiences and Career Dynamics in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sector Study.

Mohammed Alnuhait, Ayidh Alqarni, Leena Alsharafi, Arjwan Alshreef, Renad Althebaiti, Alaa Shahbar, Foud Bahamdain, Abdulhamid Althagafi, Mohamed A Albekery, Abdullah F Alharthi and 1 more

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Mohammed AlnuhaitDepartment of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Shaqra University, Al-Dawadmi Campus, Al-Dawadmi 11961, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-5279-5437
Ayidh AlqarniPharmaceutical Practices Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24381, Saudi Arabia.
Leena AlsharafiPharmaceutical Practices Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24381, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0009-0007-7314-3458
Arjwan AlshreefPharmaceutical Practices Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24381, Saudi Arabia.
Renad AlthebaitiPharmaceutical Practices Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24381, Saudi Arabia.
Alaa ShahbarPharmaceutical Practices Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24381, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-0171-7391
Foud BahamdainDepartment of Pharmaceutical Care Services, King Abdullah Medical City, Makkah 24246, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulhamid AlthagafiDepartment of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmacy, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 22252, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-1957-1618
Mohamed A AlbekeryDepartment of Pharmacy Practice, College of Clinical Pharmacy, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa 31982, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0001-8472-3043
Abdullah F AlharthiDepartment of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Shaqra University, Al-Dawadmi Campus, Al-Dawadmi 11961, Saudi Arabia.
Abdulmalik S AlotaibiPharmaceutical Practices Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24381, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-4336-1901

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Abstract

backgroundPharmacists in Saudi Arabia are assuming increasingly diverse and specialized roles amid rapid healthcare transformation. However, evolving expectations and expanding responsibilities may influence their job satisfaction, well-being, and career stability. This study aimed to assess job satisfaction, burnout, well-being, and career intentions among pharmacists across multiple practice sectors in Saudi Arabia.

methodA nationwide cross-sectional survey was conducted between December 2024 and January 2025 using an electronic questionnaire distributed to licensed pharmacists. The instrument assessed mental well-being, job satisfaction, burnout, workplace environment, and career mobility. Descriptive and inferential analyses were performed using SPSS version 20.0.

resultsA total of 531 pharmacists completed the survey; 65% were male, and 89.3% were Saudi nationals. Sector distribution differed significantly by gender (

conclusionsMarked variations exist in pharmacists' well-being, satisfaction, and career mobility across sectors in Saudi Arabia, with notable gender differences. Enhancing professional development, ensuring equitable work environments, and promoting sector-specific support strategies may help inform discussions on pharmacist engagement and retention within the evolving national healthcare system.

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burnoutcareer mobilityjob satisfactionpharmacistsprofessional developmentSaudi Arabiawell-beingworkplace environment

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