Benefits of working with a framework agency

What is a framework agency? At Athona, we truly believe that working with NHS frameworks is an important and positive part to the supply of temporary, permanent, and locum healthcare workers to deliver the best care for all patients. This ensures that there is a safe placement of healthcare professionals for each relevant audited body

6 reasons to work in business development

Thinking of developing your skills in business development? Looking to delve into a new avenue in recruitment? Or simply looking to be part of an integral team? Business development could be the job for you. Right now we’re looking for an experienced business development consultant to join our growing mental health nursing team. Interested? Take

Recognising Employee Appreciation Day

Every year since 1995 Employee Appreciation Day has provided the chance to recognise, acknowledge and give thanks to employees all across the globe. To celebrate this year, we’re giving you the opportunity to recognise a fellow employee and be in with a chance of each receiving a £50 voucher of your choice. Healthcare professionals work

Athona’s growth recognised by Recruiter ‘Fast 50’ for 2022

We are thrilled to announce we have once again been named in the Recruiter’s ‘Fast 50’ for 2022, having previously made the list back in 2017. Highlighting the top 50 privately-owned recruitment firms that continue to produce high levels of growth, it is a testament to our healthcare and education businesses showing their determination to

How to switch off from work when you’re home

Are you finding yourself still thinking about work after your shift? Worrying or stressed when you get home? Struggling to relax? Then make sure you start to follow the NHS ‘Going Home Checklist’ at the end of every shift. Designed to encourage reflection and mindfulness at the end of the working day, it was created

Why you should become a locum surgeon

Are you looking for a new direction in 2022? Something that is flexible and works around your lifestyle? Locum work allows you to travel, explore different Trusts and work with diverse groups of people – all whilst setting your own schedule and working around other commitments. Think working as a locum surgeon could be for

Recruitment Success Stories: Meet Amy

At Athona we have a number of incredible recruitment success stories. From being crowned our recruitment consultant of the year to changing sectors and going from strength-to-strength and everything else in between. Here we’re highlighting just a few of our stand out stories, today we present to you Amy. Amy joined Athona in November 2020

Recruitment Success Stories: Meet Alex

At Athona we have a number of incredible recruitment success stories – from being crowned our recruitment consultant of the year to changing sectors and going from strength-to-strength and everything else in between. Here we’re highlighting just a few of our stand out stories, starting with Alex. Alex has been with Athona since 2015, starting

Tips for working during the festive season

As we approach ‘the most wonderful time of the year’ and the festive season where many get the opportunity to spend time with loved ones, healthcare workers are often exempt from a relaxing break during the winter months and endure additional work pressures. This holiday season is looking busy for healthcare workers with the sudden

Relocating to the UK as a Permanent Psychiatry Doctor

Did you know that here at Athona we also specialise in permanent recruitment? Whilst we started back in 2003 as a locum agency, we soon started to support the same clients fill their permanent roles – with our mental health team being one of the best within their industry. Not only do they support UK

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