The healthcare sector is extremely diverse and provides limitless opportunities to build skills and explore new avenues of work through the wide range of healthcare workers jobs available. For those looking for new careers in healthcare or just a change of role, now is the perfect time to start looking. There are lots of changes in the healthcare industry which are creating new opportunities for you to develop your specialisms and grow your career in a way that suits you.
We know how hard you work, that’s why we’ve made it as easy as possible for you to get insights about how the healthcare industry is changing with our overview of the current market and what it means for your career.
How is the healthcare industry changing?
The healthcare industry is currently experiencing a surge in demand for skilled professionals as the UK continues to tackle the backlog created by the pandemic. This is creating lots of opportunities for skilled healthcare workers to progress their careers, develop their specialist skills and help patients who need it the most.
5 Reasons why now’s the time to find new careers in healthcare:
1. Healthcare industry growth
Increased patient services demand, medical breakthroughs, biotech innovations, new treatments and medication on the market all mean that there are increased opportunities for healthcare workers who are willing to learn new skills and apply them.
This rapid development means that the healthcare sector is not limited to traditional roles anymore and there may be emerging roles which present new and exciting opportunities.
New job areas that did not exist 20 years ago:
- Electronic health records
- App developer
- Virtual doctor
- Telemedicine
- Digital health
2. New healthcare technology
The healthcare sector has always stood at the front of technological advancement, continually pushing the boundaries of innovation to improve patient care and outcomes.
Innovations like electronic health records, AI and robotics have revolutionised the healthcare sector, making care more effective, efficient, and accurate in many ways. These developments open up opportunities for your skill development, knowledge and even the potential for a different healthcare career altogether. Healthcare technology courses are gaining increased popularity as many healthcare workers look to upskill themselves for their own professional development, and to improve patient outcomes.
3. Diverse healthcare environments are becoming available
The healthcare sector offers a wide range of career paths and specialisations, most of which are confined to a type of practice. Each one of these practices provides a completely different work environment.
Types of medical practices:
- Private practice
- Group practice
- Large health maintenance organisation (HMO)
- Hospital based
- Locum tenens (temporary fill healthcare worker)
The work environment goes beyond the physical workspace and includes the team, facility and tools you interact with. By working with different healthcare teams, you are exposed to new technology, skills and the experience and knowledge of diverse healthcare professionals to learn from.
Switching jobs often comes with a different approach to patient care, this can help you diversify your specialisation. Trying out different types of healthcare providers, facilities and practices mean you build a great portfolio of experience and have the benefit of learning from your peers in lots of different ways.
4. Earnings and career growth
We know healthcare workers’ pay has been a sensitive subject for some time as the government makes changes to policy, but there are ways to ensure you are rewarded rightly for your hard work and contribution to society.
Healthcare recruitment agencies have an established network of healthcare providers they can help you find roles in. With this wide reach comes a better selection of roles and pay models. Ensuring you are receiving fair compensation is key to keep motivation levels high while dedicating yourself to delivering a quality service. High demand and a shortage of healthcare workers in the UK means competitive salaries for locum or contract roles, creating competitive remuneration opportunities as healthcare providers seek to cover rotas to ensure patient care standards.
5. Agencies offer tailored career support to healthcare professionals
Now is a good time to consider changing roles because healthcare agencies, like Merco Medical Staffing, offer better than ever career support and guidance. Because of our continual outreach with our network of private and NHS healthcare facilities, we can source multiple roles that are relevant to your needs. We can recommend them based on your needs like:
- Location
- Pay and remuneration
- Opportunity for skill development
- Facility type
And much more. Working with an agency to progress your career opens up a world of opportunities in the current healthcare climate.
If you’re considering a change, get in touch with Merco Medical Staffing today
We can help you progress your career in the current climate with targeted roles that align with your preferences so that every role you take is contributing to your continuous professional development.
Our specialist team are on hand to help with everything from shortlisting your roles, preparing you for interview, negotiating salaries and advising on career progression.
Find your new role with Merco Medical by getting in touch today.