Professional characteristics and leadership styles of management personnel of the healthcare system

Abstract

Introduction. In the face of global challenges, medical organizations need to adapt to constant changes, primarily related to the transformation of healthcare managers and their leadership styles. The aim of this study is to describe the psychological and professional characteristics of the individuals enrolled in the educational programs of the Institute of Leadership and Healthcare Management, a leader institution providing training healthcare managers. Materials and Methods. The survey study was conducted using the Yandex Forms platform. A total of 27 respondents participated in the study. Results. Most healthcare leaders choose democratic management styles: 29.6% of respondents prefer a dynamic leadership style, another third (29.6%) adhere to a partnership style, 18.5% prefer a democratic style, and 11.1% follow a liberal style. In addition to management style, important characteristics of a leader include critical thinking, developed social and emotional intelligence, communication skills, flexibility and readiness to adapt, as well as creativity. Conclusion. The survey results indicate that the modern healthcare manager is not only a professional but also a distinguished leader with developed emotional intelligence who adheres to a partnership management style and considers the needs of both patients and their team