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5 Crucial Factors to Consider When Outsourcing Healthcare
The post-Covid 19 landscape is already looming on the horizon; and it’s looking increasingly likely that the NHS will have to rely on outsourcing healthcare services in order to keep pace with additional demand on its services. Of course, the NHS has always been under an immense amount of pressure with over 100,000 vacancies and […]
Improve your virtual consultations with these 6 simple tips
With the NHS beginning to turn the tide against Covid 19, many trusts will now be turning their efforts to returning to a ‘normal service’ and resuming delayed outpatient appointments with virtual consultations. However, ever since the Covid 19 pandemic reached our shores here in the UK, the entire NHS has focused on re-purposing […]
UK Tax System: A Doctor’s Definitive Guide
Tax doesn’t have to be taxing! In our latest blog, we’ll be taking a look at the UK tax system and how it affects medical professionals such as Doctors. What is tax? Tax is a financial charge or deduction from something you earn, own or an additional cost to something you buy. Typically, governments collect […]
A guide to self-isolating when you Travel to the UK as a Doctor
Relocating to the UK during a global pandemic may feel slightly overwhelming. However, with new airport processes and approaches to safety – your anxieties may be put at ease. When you do travel to the UK, depending on where you travel from you may be asked to self-isolate. With the rules constantly changing and varying […]
ID Medical’s top 3 tips to successfully strike the right work-life balance!
By successfully creating a harmonious work-life balance, you can not only achieve a happier, healthier life, but also lay the groundwork for a successful career! So, what exactly is work-life balance, and why is it important? Whilst medicine is a prestigious and a valued career, it suffers from huge burnout rates and healthcare professionals’ dissatisfaction […]
How to become a Paramedic
Working as a Paramedic can be one of the most rewarding healthcare jobs there is, but what are the best routes to joining this vital service? Our handy guide on how to become a Paramedic is packed with great information, including advice on qualifications and training, as well as job selection. Skills and attributes A […]
An insight into… MRCPCH
If you’re a doctor looking to pursue Paediatrics as your career, then to progress onto ST3+ level, you’ll need to obtain the Royal College Qualification MRCPCH. Take a look at our latest blog for everything you need to know about the MRCPCH, the qualifications’ syllabus, how much it costs, exam formats and more. What is […]
How to survive a 12-hour NHS hospital shift
If 12-hour shifts are part of your norm, at some point in time your physical and mental health will be at risk if you don’t care for yourself in the best way. At ID Medical, our healthcare professionals’ needs are our top priority, which is why we want to share our five top tips on […]
How to become a Theatre Nurse
Are you looking to specialise in Theatre Nursing? A specialised, highly sought after and highly skilled role in the Nursing profession, Theatre Nurses work with patients of all ages and provide expert care and support during each phase of a patient’s perioperative care. To find out more about how to become a Theatre Nurse, […]
NHS relocation packages & how to successfully secure one
International healthcare professionals make up a large part of the NHS – as a token of gratitude for relocating to the UK and joining the UK’s healthcare system, some trusts offer relocation packages to support the move. However, NHS relocation packages can often be quite confusing with plenty of questions around the subject… so that […]