What does Acute Medicine look like within the NHS and why should you apply?

Are you an IMG Medicine Doctor? If so, you've probably considered working in the NHS. It's an enviable dream but one that you'll need to work hard to achieve. You might be wondering if you are eligible and what you'll need to achieve in your career to make your dream a reality. Perhaps you aren't clear on the difference between your own healthcare system and the NHS. Or maybe you just need some help creating the perfect CV and preparing for your interview.

In this incredible guide, my guest is Olivia Loizides. An expert in international medical recruitment specifically for Acute, General and Elderly Medicine Doctors. Liv has helped thousands of international doctors achieve their dream of working in the NHS and worked with over 100 NHS Trusts. It's easy to see what has made Liv such a prominent figure in international recruitment of Medicine doctors in to the NHS, when you hear the way she articulates complex issues and simplifies them so effectively. You'll leave this podcast behind, equipped and confident that you can achieve your goal of working in the NHS.

Topics Covered

• The requirements for Medicine doctors working in the NHS
• The types of Medicine doctor that will thrive in the UK
• The key challenges facing IMG Doctors 
• The difference between job titles and grades in the NHS vs Internationally
• Why specialist fields like Acute or Elderly Medicine might be better suited than General Medicine
• What makes SDEC a popular choice for IMG Medicine doctors
• Top tips to make a Medicine CV stand out to an NHS clinician
• The most popular questions that come up in Medicine interviews
• Which jobs are best suited to IMGs 

Useful links

NHS Doctors' Job Titles Explained

NHS Medical CV Template - Download

Medicine NHS Interview Questions - Download

Contact Olivia and the Medicine Team

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

The Final Episode of Season 6 of the  IMG Advisor Podcast!! 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain what has changed for Doctors, in terms of qualifications and GMC, since BREXIT.

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs.

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Season 6, Episode 5! 🔊🔊🔊 If you're looking at working within Acute Medicine within the NHS, then this is the Podcast for you!

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain what Acute Medicine looks like within the NHS! 

BDI Resourcing are actively working on lots of Acute Medicine positions, ranging from ST2 - Consultant level. If you're interested please contact us at: apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs. 

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Season 6, Episode 4! 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain the differences between NHS Wales and NHS England! We answer all of your questions regarding working in Wales! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

BDI Resourcing are actively working on a lot of NHS jobs within Wales, so please do email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs. 

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Season 6, Episode 3! 🔊🔊🔊 

An excellent episode for any IMG!  🤝🤝

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain the Visa Application Process, right up to BRP Collection, step by step!

1) Certificate of Sponsorship 

2) Make Online application

3) Biometric Appointment 

4) Passport/Vignette Return

5) Arrival in UK 

6) Collection of BRP

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs. 

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Season 6, Episode 2! 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain the the Structure of an NHS Interview, providing you with some very useful hints and tips for preparation!  🤝🤝

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs. 

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Welcome back to our IMG Advisor Podcast - it's been a while, but we're finally here!!

We've made it to Season 6! 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explore the Different Forms of Public Transports in the UK -  from your point of arrival within the UK ✈️ to the different ways you may commute to work 🚌🚗🚄

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs. 

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

The Final Episode of Season 5 of the  IMG Advisor Podcast!! 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday share all of BDI Resourcing's best advise for Junior Doctors and the different ways you can strengthen your NHS application.

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs.

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Season 5, Episode 4 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain everything you need to know about NHS pay!

Here, you can learn about:

• The different Pay Scales (Old and New)
• Banding
• PA's

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs.

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Season 5, Episode 3 🔊🔊🔊

In today's episode, Tom Calver and Ryan Halliday explain all of the different childcare options available within the UK, to help you think about which option suits your family’s needs and budget. 

Any questions? Email us at apply@bdiresourcing.com 

Join our Facebook Group IMG Advisor! We post three blog posts a week and two vlogs.

Reach. Recruit. Relocate.

BDI Resourcing are experts in international and domestic medical recruitment for the NHS. We have helped thousands of international doctors in to roles with more than 100 Hospital Trusts.

We are always delighted to hear from international doctors who are considering a move to the UK and encourage you to contact us through any of our channels:

• Email
• Website - IMG Media
• YouTube
• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn