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Pharmacist Jobs: Where Can You Work?
14-Nov-16
Whether you’ve just qualified as a pharmacist, or have been practising for a number of years, there might come a time where you want to broaden your horizons. But what can you do? We tell you exactly where you can work as a pharmacist, whether you’re looking to stay in the UK, or want to venture further afield and practise abroad. If you’ve recently qualified as a pharmacist, you might be wondering what jobs are available to you. With pharmacy increasingly featuring in lists of the highest paid, happiest, and the best of all medical careers in the US, it’s no surprise more students are ...

Doctors Jobs in Dubai: The Benefits of Working Abroad
10-Oct-16
The medical sector is one of few where the skills you possess are transferable, no matter where in the world you go. Dubai is a luxury capital, renowned for its golden sands and tall skyscrapers, but did you know that these aren’t the only benefits of working in such a city? If the daily grind in the UK is getting to you, have you considered applying for doctors jobs in Dubai? A move abroad can give you better work prospects in addition to the opportunity to explore a new culture. Dubai is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, and forecast only to grow by 2020. One of the ...

How Can I Excel in My Dental Career? The Ultimate Guide
12-Sep-16
Getting that all-important first dentist job is a crucial step in your career. But what steps can you take to make sure you excel in your job? Our guide tells you exactly what you need — and where you need to be — to make the most of your dental career. No matter what job we do, we all want to excel in our line of work. In the majority of cases, a medical career — especially a dentist job — requires years of training and education. It’s essential for dentists to feel that this time hasn’t been wasted and they feel energised and fulfilled from their job. So how can you ensure you advance in ...

5 Career Progression Tips For A Part-time Nurse
08-Aug-16
As a part-time nurse, it might feel as though you are stuck in one role for the rest of eternity. However, there are many ways you can improve your standings, without having to commit to a full-time role straight away. How you progress as a part-time nurse is really down to which branch of nursing you decide to move into. You may want to specialise in paediatrics or mental health, both of which require a very different set of skills. In either case, though, nurses need to be compassionate, caring and committed to their patients. Traits like these help you stand out from a crowd that views ...

Dentist Job: 5 Ways To Make An Impression On Your First Day
12-Jul-16
Becoming a dentist takes years of hard work and dedication. But once your training is behind you, how can you ensure you head into the industry fully prepared for life above the chair? Most aspiring dentists in the UK put all their efforts into joining the profession, without really considering what the day to day job will entail. Whilst knowing how to check for cavities and perform a root canal are certainly high priority aspects of a dentist job, building relationships with both your staff and your patients are equally as important. The environment in a dentist office is no different to ...

Which Jobs Are Available To Qualified Pharmacists?
06-May-16
If you’re a recently qualified pharmacist looking for a first-time job in the industry, you might be wondering what options are out there. Pharmacists are usually in fairly high demand across the UK, so you’re already well on your way to a career in healthcare. But where you choose to ply your trade can make all the difference. Pharmacist jobs in the UK can be roughly split into three categories: Primary Care Pharmacy Community Pharmacy Hospital Pharmacy Each of these provides professionals with the chance to work with the community in a medicinal capacity. The difference between them is ...

4 Tips For Securing A Job In Dental Hygiene
09-Feb-16
Dental hygiene is becoming an increasingly popular option amongst dental students in the UK. But with so much competition for positions, it can be tricky to get a headstart in the industry. Currently, talented graduates are finding it hard to break into a market that is set to become more and more saturated over the next five years. The worry is that up-and-coming dental students will turn their backs on the field of dental hygiene in favour of jobs that are more readily available. So if you’re an aspiring young hygienist, looking to take your first steps into the industry, what should you ...

4 Medical Jobs That Are Less Stressful But Equally Rewarding
04-Jan-16
With recent surveys suggesting that NHS staff are some of the most stressed-out workers in Britain, could it be time to consider changing the role you work in? Most workers will admit to feeling stressed at some point during the working week, but for medical staff this malcontent can often linger for far too long. Understaffing and overtime have resulted in a much less harmonious working environment. But could this all be down to the position you are in? Surgeons and physicians are at the top end of the most stressful career paths to choose. High-pressure jobs like these may receive better ...

Five Steps to Finding Dental Jobs Online in the UK
08-Dec-15
Searching for a dental job in the UK but not sure where to start your  job search? We’re here to help.   Searching for medical jobs online can be a daunting process, but there are various different ways for those pursuing careers in the dental industry to find dental job opportunities. Whether you want to work as an NHS dentist, a dental assistant, or even a dental secretary, it's important to make sure you have the right skills and training. Fortunately, the dental profession is a strong one and is expected to grow even more over the next few years. This means that there will be ...

How to find your first Medical Job
04-Dec-15
Are you a newly qualified medical professional looking for your first medical job? It can be hard to know where to start, so let us point you in the right direction.   Starting a career in healthcare can seem overwhelming, especially when there are more than 350 different healthcare careers on offer with the NHS alone. The medical sector continues to grow and healthcare is one of the areas which will see the fastest growth in recruitment over the next two years. This is good news for those who are looking for their first medical job. Before you get started applying for medical jobs ...