If you’re an overseas qualified doctor with an interest in practising your profession here in the UK, you’ll need to satisfy certain criteria in order to do so. There are several things you’ll need to obtain and/or provide evidence of to be eligible to work in a substantive UK doctor position.

Firstly you must have a recognised medical qualification to become registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) here in the UK in order to secure work.

You may also need to obtain or undertake;
• Clinical, HR and relocation screening
• Language competency tests
• Evidence of your right to work in the UK
• An ‘in country’ police check
• Professional / clinical references

Provide us with as much relevant information as possible and we’ll be better equipped to find you the perfect position to match your skill, experience and personal preferences.

Our highly experienced recruitment consultants will provide you with all the support you’ll need to ensure that every eventuality is covered, so your career path and transition to the UK is managed as seamlessly as possible.

Working with Mediplacements you’ll benefit from expert assistance with;
• Travel advice
• Relocation guidance
• Accommodation advice
• Obtaining a National Insurance number
• Opening your bank account
• Registering with a GP and dentist
• Regional Information about the local area of placement
• Information about the employer and the Trust you’ll be working for.

Additional info on GMC registration

EU Doctors:
If you have obtained an EU medical qualification gaining GMC registration should be a relatively straightforward process.

Non EU Doctors:
If your qualification was gained from outside of the EU, you will need to undertake an IELTS test (International English Language Testing System) and obtain a PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessment Board) qualification to register with the GMC.

For more information about working in the UK or to discuss your own personal requirements please contact Paulina and Gavin today on 0845 230 6666 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)