Healthcare outside the NHS - Voluntary Agencies
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It is well worth remembering that this kind of work is infrequently advertised and much sought after. Your chances of success increase if:
- You have a professional qualification or post-qualification experience in a relevant area.
- You are up to date with both clinical practice and more strategic issues in your specialist field.
- You have other, relevant experience such as current or previous involvement in voluntary or charitable work.
If all of this sounds difficult or impossible to develop with your current commitments; do not despair - it can be done!
The key is to target yourself at your chosen area rather than relying on a "scattergun" approach. If you are interested in a specific area of work, contact the relevant charities or voluntary bodies. Many, (such as VSO) already have useful information packs on the kind of experience they are looking for.
Above all, attitude is critical. You will need to be flexible, adventurous and totally professional. The demands are considerable but the rewards may be well worth the effort!
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