Jun 29, 2020

5 Warning Signs Your Hospital Staff Are Suffering from Mental Stress

Mental stress is something that medical professionals may struggle to cope with in a post-Covid 19 world. Here are the 5 key warning signs to look out for… As cases of Covid 19 begin to fall, hospitals across the UK will be refocusing their efforts to return to a normal service – and this return […]

Jul 8, 2020

Can hospitals afford to ignore their employee engagement?

When we talk about engaging employees and employee engagement, it’s often the case that business and commercial settings will most likely spring to mind. However, with the world of work in flux for everyone right now, employee engagement has perhaps never been more important – and none more so than in the world of healthcare. […]

Dec 14, 2021

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 […]

Sep 14, 2021

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 […]

Oct 21, 2020

A Resident Doctor’s guide to choosing a medical specialty

Reaching your foundation years is a cause for celebration – you’ve finally finished your medical undergraduate degree and you’re working as a full-time doctor, with a full-time salary! However, one of the hardest decisions of your career is looming when you’re choosing a medical specialty you want to pursue. With over 100 specialties and subspecialties […]

Aug 21, 2020

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 […]

May 26, 2021

The Benefits of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) in Healthcare

Are you looking for flexible access to CPD courses as a way of maintaining and developing your skills? If you’re a healthcare professional working, or looking to work, in the healthcare industry, it makes sense to seek and strive for ways in which to improve and enhance the skills you’ve worked so hard to gain. […]

Sep 3, 2021

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, […]

Dec 10, 2020

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 […]

Jul 21, 2020

The Complete Guide to Becoming a Cardiologist

If you’re reading this blog post, it’s likely that you’re considering becoming a Cardiologist. With over 7.4 million people living with heart and circulatory diseases in the UK, choosing to specialise in Cardiology will provide you with a rewarding and fulfilling journey, saving thousands of lives along the way. Keep reading for our Guide on […]