Returning to Healthcare

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Across the UK there are thousands of qualified healthcare workers not using their skills. Many have left the profession to raise a family; others have qualified in different fields; or have left healthcare for a variety of personal reasons.

Meanwhile, critical posts go unfilled in the NHS. Despite fierce competition for certain clinical jobs, many acute and community Trusts, especially in inner-city areas carry vacancies.

So the NHS has, for the last couple of years run a campaign to encourage qualified staff to return to the fold and use their skills. If this description applies to you and you are considering a return to healthcare, here are some issues you may want to consider.