Professional Quality of Life-5 was used to assess BO, STS, and CS. Organizational and psychosocial work factors were measured with the Nordic Questionnaire for Psychological and Social Factors at Work. Results: Participants (n = 114) reported moderate levels across all three dimensions, with 62.6% scoring in the moderate range for STS, 47.4% for BO, and 38.6% for CS. Poor work-life balance was associated with lower levels of CS and higher levels of STS and BO. Support was associated with positive outcomes of BO, STS, and CS. Conclusions: Psychosocial factors within the work environment contribute more to occupational strain than the direct challenges of working with traumatized or vulnerable patients. Involving oral health professionals in wider conversations about supporting those who care for vulnerable populations is paramount. Addressing organizational conditions alongside individual support is important to promote well-being.
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