In August, the GMC released their updated patient care and professional behaviour standards that will come into effect as of January 30th 2024. The purpose of the Good Medical Practice is to ensure doctors in the UK across all specialties and levels are adhering to these updated regulations on this framework, so that patient care
Over the past month, we have been running a series over on our social media channels, interviewing a few of our long-standing employees. So far, we’ve sat down with 9 of our employees who have all worked at Athona for different amounts of time, ranging from 3 years all the way to 15 years! Over
When looking for your next role as a healthcare professional, it’s vital to us that you are placed into a role that is suitable for your requirements and in a location that best suits your needs. However, sometimes your ideal role may be in a different location and could require you to relocate for work.
Are you looking for a change in scenery and fancy a new challenge within your role? Known for its amazing natural beauty and vibrant culture, Wales is a very popular destination to relocate to, with a 27.9% increase in Brits moving to Wales between 2020-2022. Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant, Dan Elliot, is currently recruiting for
The North West of England is a stunning region comprising of 5 counties: Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside. Our nursing team are currently recruiting healthcare assistants and mental health nurses to work in this scenic region with regular and high-speed transportation links to other cities and counties. Find out more information about some
The North East of England is one of the nine official regions of England, with a population of around 2.7 million. The North East is considered to be one of the most beautiful, vibrant and thrilling places to live and work in England due to its award-winning gardens, beaches and countryside. With some of the
At Athona, we understand that due to the short-term nature of locum placements, it may feel more challenging to progress within your career. However, this is not necessarily the case, as this type of working can drastically help assist you with your career development and enhance your industry knowledge. By working as a locum in
It is common knowledge that working as a nurse can sometimes require long shift patterns, stressful workload and difficult days and often affect your mental health. A recent survey by Nursing Times showed 90% of nurses feel more stressed and anxious now, than before the Coronavirus pandemic began in March 2020. As an agency we
Have you ever considered working in the Western Isles? Commonly known as the Outer Hebrides, these islands are situated off the North West coast of Scotland. With stunning landmarks and good travel links, this is a fantastic location to work in as a locum doctor. The hospital in the Western Isles is a rural general
Before joining Athona’s Nursing division as a Resourcer back in May 2022, Kate Horne worked in the healthcare field from 2007-2021, qualifying as a Registered Nursing Associate in 2019. However, at the beginning of 2022 Kate decided to embark upon a new challenge and career journey and instead of practising as a nurse, now she
At Athona, we have a variety of different Registered Mental Health Nursing jobs available across the West Midlands. From the outstanding world-class museums to the stunning Warwick Castle, there is plenty to do when you’re not locuming. There are many perks and benefits as to why working in the West Midlands could be ideal for
Are you thinking of relocating for work? Here at Athona, we have a number of different positions available in Scotland for you to consider. With limitless places to visit, such as the beautiful capital Edinburgh, it’s no surprise that thousands of Brits relocate to Scotland each year for work! Scotland is also very accessible to