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Career opportunities in the Netherlands & Belgium

Many European doctors have chosen to pursue a career in the Netherlands or Belgium. Are you also looking for a job with great payment and security towards the future, than contact us today. We are happy to inform you about your options in the Netherlands and Belgium. Care Force provides support for you and your family from A to Z. At present we are seeking doctors in all elds of medicine and in particular:

Let me present to you, the new quality!

Paediatricians Neurologists Rheumatologists Dermatologists Gastroenterologists

Psychiatrists Geriatricians Ophthalmologists Junior doctors Dentists

Care Force o ers: Attractive net salary due to a 30% tax discount A pleasant working climate and well equipped hospitals Opportunities to join a group practice and be self-employed Fixed annual budget for training + expenses Fixed working hours and on-call duties Excellent pension- and holiday allowance Extensive support with regards to registration, language training, accommodation and much more T +31 (0) 26 355 4110 E info@care-force.com W www.care-force.com

oday, MedPharm Group is going through many exciting changes inspired by your constructive feedback and suggestions. We have strengthened our global reach as an expert in recruitment solutions - introducing novel technology, capabilities and services while improving existing ones already familiar to our users. This July, we are launching our brand new service, a global careers portal for medical and pharmaceutical specialists. Due to its highly specialised features the portal is a truely unique product on a global scale. We write more about the portal in the magazine on pages 6-8. The third edition of MedPharm Careers Magazine will be an opportunity for us to retrospectively summarise MedPharm Careers Group including our past and present changes as well as our impact on the medical job fairs market in Europe. In much the same way, our magazine has also adopted many changes. We have introduced a new layout, inspiring stories and a fresh approach to embrace career development trends in the European medical jobs market. We are convinced that you will like our new look. We are constantly changing just for you!

Regards, GRZEGORZ CHODKO WSKI

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A group of American scientists weigh in on the diet industry

The diet industry is certainly not tightening its income-belt when it comes to raking in earnings with sales messages some doctors would not approve of. Consumers spend a seemingly endless amount of money on new fads, weight-loss products, supplements, pills and literature that's supposed to sculpt their bodies fast and easily. A Group of American scientists headed by Dr. George Bray of the University of Louisiana, asked if consumers are getting their money's worth of advise. According to Dr. Bray, the key to weight loss is not the type of diet a person picks but the very fact of its maintenance. In other words, for how long can a person realistically maintain a suggested diet. Comparing four different diets, they determined there were no winners. The research shows that the effectiveness of a diet has little to do with the diet industry's advertising messages. Rather, results come from who feels better, eats less fat, and has good eating habits not just who eats less cards. The most important thing is to stick to the plan and, most importantly, not to overeat, says Dr. Bray. Source: Der Spigiel

Bad news for fashion victims

The price of the world's most expensive handbags made by Hermes Birkin has slightly increased, costing a little less than $200,000. No one expects the ruby red handbag, made from hard-to-process crocodile leather and studded with 18-carat white gold and precious stones, to be any less expensive. According to Matt Rubinger, an expert in luxury from New Yorker Hauses Heritage Auctions, the high cost is not only a result of top quality materials but also because highly skilled labour is required to process the materials. Professionals who can handle and process crocodile skin are extremely rare and this means the handbag can only be purchased by special order. Rubinger said, We have extremely wealthy clients." Even though the waiting time is over a year, demand exists. Source: Frankfurter Allgemeine

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Why Californians should not eat foie gras

From the 1st of July, new laws in California have banned foie gras, the famous French delicacy which consists of fattened duck or goose liver. Many animal rights advocates deemed the dish inhumane as it requires the force-feeding of animals. Despite the protests of caterers, the dish was officially banned. Unlike foie gras, which was banned for animal-rights concerns, other foods like rare burgers and raw milk are banned to protect consumers from food-borne illness. However, expect resistance from foie gras lovers as in Chicago, where the dish was banned in 2006. Such food laws are difficult to enforce and many connoisseurs may find ways to buy the restricted foods. Source: Die Welt

Forensic linguistics and the new crime scene

The language we use and our way of speaking express more about us than we might be aware of. Drommel Raimund, a linguistic profiler with over 25 years' experience is a pioneer in forensic linguistics and says we have little influence over it. Analysing extracts from letters written by offenders, Raimund looked at their way of speaking, their word use, errors in sentence structure, punctuation, spelling and stated that every person has their own individual language code which they cannot change. A natural extension for forensic linguistics is to track the Internet, which Drommela called, "the new crime scene," where countless potential criminals hide behind inconspicuous words. Source: Die Zeit

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MedPharm Careers Announce Their Latest Medical Job Fairs

MA GD ALENA PAKULSK A

MedPharm Careers organises medical job fairs in 23 European countries. Last spring, MedPharm Careers successfully completed their 11th international job fairs event dedicated to medical, nursing and pharmaceutical specialists.

icine is becoming the largest industry in the world. In several decades well be able to treat most diseases and injuries. Medicine and healthcare will probably become more available for each individual. Also demographic processes like population growth and the increase of life expectancy will significantly boost the demand for healthcare services. As a doctor who has experienced working in different locations, I can truly confirm that globalisation has influenced healthcare systems in many ways and is dynamically changing the healthcare market. Nowadays, with medical or nursing qualifications, you can work almost anywhere. That creates unlimited potential for career development. I organised my first event in 2007 in the heart of Poland Warsaw. Since then, we have experienced a constantly growing interest in our job fair events which focused on the career development of doctors, nurses and other professions in the healthcare market. For all these reasons, we decided to expand across Europe.
And, what is the main goal that you want to achieve?

ployers. The fact that we do a good job means we get lots of word-of-mouth marketing. People recommend us to their friends and colleagues and that's how we like to attract visitors to our job fairs. Our hard work and attention to detail also means that professionals are willing to join us at events and seminars and share valuable knowledge. So, theres no need to attract them in that respect. We provide the best tools and solutions for candidates to find the best job offers and streamline the path for contacting employers. We make it much easier than before and that's attractive. If you are a doctor or nurse and speak foreign languages there are offers for you and we help you find them based on what matters to you job conditions, better training, career development and a chance to live and work in new locations.
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rzegorz Chodkowski is a doctor himself with almost 9 years of experience and, as it turns out, a great businessmen and organiser. He found the time to answer some of our questions, describe his achievements, and talk about future opportunities for healthcare professionals.
Dr Chodkowski, why did you decide to expand MedPharm Careers across Europe? What is changing in the global healthcare market?

First of all, we want to be a professional centre for career development in healthcare. Our market knowledge and experience is unique and valued by doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals all over the world. We understand that people change jobs for many reasons. Professionals are looking for career progression, new challenges and interesting paths where they can do what they like. We want to help people find rewarding careers in the healthcare market by giving them valuable advice and insight. Ultimately, the goal is to match professionals with employers in the most beneficial way for both parties. As a matter of fact, it isnt so difficult. Physicians, surgeons and nurses always have several offers and can choose the most appropriate one and the level of new job satisfaction always remains high.
How do you attract visitors to the job fairs?

MedPharm Careers Released Their Latest Medical Job Fairs Agenda for Autumn, Showing a 50% Growth
market success. What was the key?

The reason was very simple - the global demand for trained professionals. Healthcare is a growing market. We live in very interesting times where med-

We focus on results so our Jobseekers can visit one local event and get access to top market Em-

I think that both hard work and meeting market requirements was the key to our success. I was always thinking about creating a company that can help hospitals find the most talented doctors, nurses and other specialists if they are willing to make changes in their career path, including moving countries. Last springs edition gathered thousands of professionals in almost 50 locations around Europe. Even before the first events started, we experienced enormous interest, sometimes we had to organise new events tailored to specific needs of professionals and employers. This Autumn we will be visiting 23 countries including: Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Greece which seem to

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have the fastest growing markets. We received outstanding recommendations and extremely positive feedback from our clients and partners. Many Employers have re-booked to take part in next autumns job fair. They see the great value in meeting potential candidates face-toface. This gives them a chance to quickly deepen relations with Jobseekers and build on their networking efforts. At our job events, we work hard to facilitate communication and offer unique tools to help jobseekers find opportunities and employers to screen applicants. Everyone benefits - that's why we are forced to expand MedPharm Careers offer in autumn by approximately 50%. If youre looking for candidates in a difficult branch of healthcare, you cannot afford to ignore our job fairs. If youre a professional looking for the best market offers, you should definitely visit one of our events in a location near you.
Generally, is the popularity of job fairs rising?

Our market knowledge is unique and valued by healthcare professionals all over the world

Yes, in general the trend is rising. We have observed large interest from professionals in the old EU member states. Doctors and nurses from Portugal, Greece and Spain especially in the current economic climate are looking for specific vacancies, new challenges, and attractive locations. Salaries are still high on their list of considerations but these other factors are also very important.
Job fairs are a chance to meet a lot of people. It must be a lot of work managing so many contacts.

Well, sometimes its hard - but Im still eager to make more connections. I know professionals, managers, CEOs and marketers from all over the world. I cannot forget that our success depends on people! That is why I am always very open to meet new specialists who want to make changes to their careers or add something new. I try to answer every question.
What are your plans for the future?

We want to continue to build on a solid foundation and on up-to-date data collection features that work for jobseekers and employers around the world. Our offer will be complex and attractive for professionals all over the world and will attract even more professionals. Many professionals could not come to our events because of distance barriers but I hope that soon we will meet each other on our new online portal, www.medpharmjobs.com, and of course at any of our job fair events this autumn. The new online portal will be the perfect place to find job offers from around the world and to get up-to-date news, interesting and in-depth articles, reports and analyses.
Dr. Grzegorz Chodkowski spoke to Magdalena Pakulska. 12 of June, 2012 Interview.

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In any line of work the step between completing your studies and entering full time professional employment can be extremely daunting. Even more so if your chosen profession is medicine. To go from practicing on hypothetical patients in an educational setting to working in real hospitals with real patients and real consequences can seem like an overwhelming development.
Launched in 2005, The UK Foundation Programme is a two year training course for newly qualified doctors which aims to provide a link between medical school and specialist or general practice training. The programme gives new doctors the opportunity to put all of their knowledge and skills into practice in a real environment. Foundation schools are not actual physical buildings or campuses but a group of institutions such as hospitals, hospices and GP practices which are overseen and administered by local staff.

Build your career on solid foundations

The programme offers a certain number of placements each year for students who have completed or are about to complete their final year of medical school. The application process is extremely competitive with demand for places consistently outnumbering available places. Applicants are rated according to a points system which is made up of two parts: educational performance and a situational judgement test. The educational performance is a score between 34 -43 points which is assessed and awarded by the students medical school based upon their performance and ability throughout their studies. Applicants can also obtain extra points for having supplementary degrees and other achievements such as publications and prizes. The situational judgement test is taken in exam conditions and consists of multiple choice and ranked questions. If it is the case that there are more eligible applicants than available places then a students score will be taken into account. Each candidate must rank all of the available foundation schools in order of preference. Once a candidate has success-

How does the application process work?

fully completed the application process and been accepted into the programme they are allocated to one school according to their choice and their scoring. With foundation schools located in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland there are a number of aspects to consider when choosing which school you would prefer, of course location is important but also you should keep in mind which specialisations are offered and how many places are available. In 2011, nearly 92% of applicants were allocated a place in one of their top five preferred locations.

F2 DOCTOR DONCASTER ROYAL INFIRMARY

The Foundation Programme provides trainees with various opportunities apart from clinical experience and skills. The programme provides an opportunity to undertake a taster in your career of choice. I have found the Foundation Programme and the eportfolio very useful in helping me make career decisions and prepare for ST applications.
DR SANGEETHA GOVINDA RAJOO F1 DOCTOR QUEENS HOSPITAL BURTON, BURTON UPON TRENT

Helping you take the first steps in your new career.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE PROGRAMME?

There are a number of criteria which must be fulfilled in order to be eligible to apply for a place on the Foundation Programme. Among others an eligible candidate must: have a valid medical degree recognised by the General Medical Council (GMC). expect to obtain provisional registration with a licence to practise with the GMC before they apply to the Foundation Programme. be a UK or EEA national OR be a student of a UK medical school in their final year of study OR have the right to work as a doctor in training in the UK which remains valid until the start of the UK Foundation Programme in 2013. be of good standing and fit to practise medicine safely in accordance with GMCs Good Medical Practice (2006)1. have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in the English language.

The Foundation Programme is exactly that, a foundation. It provides a new doctor with the experience and clinical practice on which to build a long and successful career. Heres what some doctors who have taken part in the Foundation Programme had to say: I undertook a placement in general practice during my F2 year. This proved to be a valuable placement to me in so many ways. I always felt supported during my placement. A senior partner supervised me during each clinic; they provided quick and easily accessible advice and would also review patients when I was unsure.
DR THOMAS CANNON

Why should you choose The Foundation Programme?

I had a supportive team of seniors doctors and nursing staff; they made the transition to what was my first real job so much easier. There are people there who have been working at the hospital for far longer than you have and they will have some gems of advice to share with you. Always know that you are not alone. Get help whenever you can. Youll learn best from watching expert seniors at work.
DR ANIRBAN PAL F1 DOCTOR

Choosing a location.

For much more information about the Foundation Programme including applications, eligibility, locations and benefits visit http://www.foundationprogramme. nhs.uk/pages/home References: http://www.foundationprogramme.nhs.uk http://www.medicalcareers.nhs.uk/ medical_students/applications_ for_f_programmes.aspx http://careers.bmj.com/careers/advice/ view-article.html?id=20001686
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Wegen groen Mangels an rzten in Deutschland werden immer mehr auslndische rzte angeworben, um die Lcken zu schlieen. In der Regel ziehen nach Deutschland aber kaum erfahrene auslndische Fachrzte. Meistens sind es frischgebackene rzte, die hufig nur unzureichend Deutsch kennen.
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Auslndischer Arzt muss doch Deutsch knnen!

Gute Sprachkenntnisse des Arztes gibt dem Patienten ein Sicherheitsgefhl, das an der ArztPatient-Beziehung eine besondere Rolle spielt.

m in Deutschland Approbation bzw. Berufserlaubnis, je nachdem ob man das Studium in einem EU-Staat oder nicht abgeschlossen hat, zu bekommen, braucht man das B2-Zertifikat als Nachweis fr die Deutschkenntnisse, das staatlich anerkannt wird. Wenn das Sprachzertifikat bestanden wurde, kommt es nichtsdestotrotz in der tglichen Praxis zu Verstndigungsproblemen mit Patienten. Das Sprachzertifikat sagt in der Wirklichkeit nicht viel ber die tatschlichen Sprachkenntnisse und Kommunikationsfhigkeiten eines Menschen aus. Von den Psychiatern oder Neurologen erfordert man Sprachkenntnisse auf einem besserem Niveau als von anderen rzten. Ihre tatschlichen Sprachkenntnisse sollten auf dem Niveau C1 sein, wobei, um eine Approbation bzw. eine Berufserlaubnis zu bekommen, das B2Zertifikat reicht. Fr sie ist die

daS eine iSt daS SprachzertiFikat

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Sprache das Hauptwerkzeug bei ihrer Arbeit. Manchmal entscheiden sich Krankenhuser einem eingestellten auslndischen Arzt ei-

nen Sprachkurs zu finanzieren. So versucht man Sprachprobleme zu mildern. Die Patienten fhlen sich nur dann gut aufgehoben, wenn sie verstanden werden. Wie viele Kliniken in Deutschland ihren auslndischen Eingestellten einen Sprachkurs finanzieren, ist nicht bekannt, weil es eine freiwillige Leistung ist. Schtzungsweise nutzt fast die Hlfte der Kliniken die Kurse. Sprachbarriere kann sicher dramatische Folgen mit sich bringen. In Deutschland arbeiten immer mehr rzte aus dem Ausland, die inzwischen in fast jeder Klinik zu finden sind. Doch nicht jeder von ihnen beherrscht die deutsche Sprache ausreichend. Das kann fr Patienten gravierende Folgen haben. Davon zeugt der Fall von einem DeutschAmerikaner Cary Bachenheimer, der in einer Reha-Klinik Schmerzen im Bauchbereich auf einmal gesprt hat. Langsam wurde sein Bauch grer und grer. Er konnte nichts mehr auer vor Schmerzen schreien. Sein Dickdarm ist angerissen und es fhrte zu einer lebensgefhrlichen Situation. Er fhlte sich von seinem Arzt gar nicht verstanden. Erst spter hat sich herausgestellt, dass der Arzt aus Bulgarien kommt. Der bulgarische Arzt hat kein Deutsch gesprochen oder verstanden, so Cary Bachenheimer. Erst ein paar Stunden spter wurde der Patient von einem Notarzt verlegt und notoperiert.

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gravierende Folgen mit Sich Fr patienten bringen Ein drastischer Fall ist leider kein Einzelfall! Angesichts der Situation fordert der Marburger Bund die Einfhrung von Sprachprfungen fr auslndische rzte. Der Vorsitzende des Marburger Bundes, Rudolf Henke, sagte: Ein Arzt aus einem Drittland muss mehr knnen, als in der Nachtschicht Pizza zu bestellen. Auslndische rzte sollten eine mehrmonatige Sprachausbildung und zugleich eine Einfhrung in das deutsche Gesundheitssystem erhalten. Sie sollten die Fhigkeit erwerben, praxistaugliche Arztbriefe und Behandlungsempfehlungen fr die Patienten verfassen zu knnen. Der Marburger Bund nimmt an, dass sich junge Mediziner aus Griechenland und Spanien bald verstrkt an deutschen Krankenhusern bewerben werden.
Quellen: 1) Auslndische rzte sollen Deutschprfung ablegen http://www.handelsblatt.com/ politik/deutschland/marburger-bundfordert-auslaendische-aerzte-sollendeutschpruefung-ablegen/6652874.html 2) Sprachprobleme bei auslndischen rzten. http://www.mdr.de/fakt/ sprachprobleme100.html

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Wie viel verdient eine Krankenschwester in der Schweiz? Die Frage scheint nicht nur die Schweizer zu interessieren. Viele deutsche Einwanderer arbeiten als Pflegepersonal in Schweizer Krankenhusern und Kliniken.
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as liegt wahrscheinlich einerseits daran, dass es in der Schweiz nicht gengend Pflegepersonal gibt, andererseits aber auch daran, dass die Verdienstmglichkeiten in der Schweiz einfach besser als in Deutschland oder anderen Lndern in Europa sind. Eine Krankenschwester, bzw. eine Pflegefachfrau oder ein Pflegefachmann, verdient in der Schweiz durchschnittlich zwischen CHF 4500 und CHF 7000 brutto. Die Hhe des Gehalts hngt nicht nur von der Ausbildung oder Erfahrung ab, sondern ist auch kantonal sehr unterschiedlich. So verdient eine Krankenschwester in Zrich oder Genf bedeutend mehr als eine Krankenschwester im Schweizer Mittelland, also beispielsweise in den Kantonen wie Jura, Solothurn oder Bern. Man darf aber nicht vergessen, dass gerade die Regionen, in denen man besser verdient, auch die teuersten sind. Eine gnstige Wohnung in Zrich zu finden grenzt beinahe schon an einen Glcksfall. Fr Deutsche, die vom Auswandern in die Schweiz trumen und eine abgeschlossene Ausbildung als Pflegefachmann oder Pflegefachfrau haben, stehen die Chancen also nicht schlecht. Die
Quelle: HYPERLINK "http://www. wissen-24.org/was-verdienteine-krankenschwester-in-derschweiz_10103/"http://www. wissen-24.org/was-verdienteine-krankenschwester-inder-schweiz_10103/
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Ausbildungen, bzw. die Diplome im Gesundheitswesen, mssen in der Schweiz noch vom SRK (Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz) anerkannt werden. Jedenfalls verlangen es die meisten Arbeitgeber.

Ein Arbeitsangebot in der Schweiz kann man nicht ablehnen! Die Schweiz lockt die Krankenschwestern mit besseren als in Deutschland Verdienstmglichkeiten

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Doctor Salaries in the U.S.A. Reviewing the trends

The overall maket landscape for doctors' salaries in the U.S. has declined since 2011. A report by Medscape polled 24,216 U.S. doctors covering 25 medical specialisations and shows that doctors' salaries have declined since 2011 but the top earning specialisations remain on top. The report also looks at the income gap between male and female doctors.
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ported earnings since 2011. Radiologists and orthopedic surgeons both had a mean income of $350,000. They were followed by anesthesiologists and cardiologists who reported a mean income of $325,000. Since 2011, the biggest increases in 2012 were in ophthalmology (+9%), pediatrics (+5%), nephrology (+4%), rheumatology (+4%), and oncology (+4%). The largest declines are for general surgery (-12%), orthopedic

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orthopedic Surgery are Still the top earnerS even with a 10% drop in their income surgery (-10%), radiology (-10%), and emergency medicine (-8%). Looking at the income gap between male and female doctors, in general the income gap is slowly narrowing but by no means has it reached a level playing field. Overall, for 2012, male doctors across all specialties reported earnings about 40% higher than female physicians. In primary care, men earn 23% more. However, in some medical fields the gap is leveling. Male obstetricians and gynecologists report earnings about 12% higher than their female collegues. Male pathologists report earnings that are about 8% higher than females pathologists. When considering

or the purpose of this article, employed doctors' compensation includes salary, profit-sharing contributions and bonus packages. For partners, compensation includes earnings after tax-deductible business expenses but before income tax. Earnings from non-patient-related activities are excluded. The top earning medical specialists are radiologists and orthopedic surgeons. For 2012, they report earnings of $315,000. The next top-earners in 2012 are cardiologists ($314,000), anesthesiologists ($309,000), and urologists ($309,000). The lowest reported earnings in 2012 are for doctors practicing pediatrics, family medicine, and internal medicine. 2012 shows a decline in re-

the income gap, Medscape's report notes that many female doctors choose to work fewer hours for a better work-life balance. In part, the gap is narrowing because many young male doctors are choosing to do the same. Looking at income differences across the U.S., it's interesting to see rural doctors earning more than city doctors. There is less competition in rural areas and these smaller communities have to pay more to attract doctors. Both of these factors played a part in a 2011 survey that showed the biggest salaries were in the North Central region (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota) where the mean income was $234,000. Although many doctors are leaving private practice for employed posts, partners in private practice outearn doctors in all other medical work environments. Partners in private practice earned a mean of $308,000. Solo-practice doctors earned a mean of $222,000, while employed doctors earned the least, a mean of $194,000. What can doctors do to earn more money? It's worth becoming board certified. Doctors who are board certified earned 89% more than non-board-certified doctors earning a mean of

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$236,000 compared to $125,000. Board certification is important not just for compensation. It can be required for inclusion in health plans and for hospital privileges. Overall, doctors are split about whether they feel fairly compensated: 51% said yes, 49% said no (nearly identical to Medscape's 2011 compensation survey). Physicians most unsatisfied with their compensation were endocrinologists (62%) and plastic surgeons (62%). General surgeons take more calls and deal with more life-threatening situations, and generally earn less among surgeons. They have long felt dissatisfied. Specialties like plastic surgeory have been hit hard by the economic downturn. Those who felt fairly compensated were dermatologists (71%), pathologists (63%), radiologists (62%), and emergency physicians (61%). For various reasons, including increased paperwork, doctors are becoming more frustrated with their work. The 2012 survey shows far more dissatisfaction among doctors across all specialties. In fact, just over 54% of all physicians said they would choose medicine again as a career. In 2011, about 70% of all doctors said they would choose medicine again. In 2011, the satisfaction scores peaked at 80% for dermatologists, and were over 70% for radiologists and oncologists. In the 2012 survey the most satisfied specialty was again derma-

tology, but only 64% - a considerable drop from 80%.

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who re68% of doctorswere female. sponded were male, and 32% 42% of respondents were under age 45. board certified. 85% of respondents were 40% of respondents were employed at hospitals, healthcare organizations, private practices, or academia, government and research centres.

The mean annual salary of MD specialists may seem impressive at first glance but the data also shows doctors are becoming more dissatisfied. A decrease in overall salaries for 2012 is not the only reason for dissatisfaction among medical practitioners. Long working hours, paperwork and expenses have impacted satisfaction rates. Also, doctors agree there are too many middle-men and the corporate structure of medicine in the US too often dictates how medicine is practiced. In the future, these issues will have to be addressed and the situation closely followed. It's worth mentioning that medicine is still a prestigious, lucrative and respected trade. Currently, the medical system in the US is undergoing changes meant to positively impact medical practice and patient care.

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Work offers for doctors and dentis ts in S weden, Norway, Denmark and Germany - 2012
With intensive language course for all family members
We offer:
Permanent contract. Training courses within working hours. Possibility to combine work and research activity or clinical specialization, depending on the doctors particular interest. Help in finding house, schools and kindergarten. S tudy tour after a first interview, to learn more about the region and the work environment. Assistance with removal and relocation costs. Language course for all family members for the S candinavian offers. Courses start every three months. For Germany, German language level B1 is a requirement.

How to avoid making mistakes during a job interview?

Lack of eye contact Not smiling
- for the majority of HR professionals this is a factor in disqualifying a candidate. Lack of eye contact may indicate that you lack confidence, but also can cause confusion.

S election proces s and more information:

Please send Curriculum Vitae to info@ medicarrera.com If you have questions, dont hesitate to write to us at the same e-mail address or call + 34 9 3 3 173 71 5. www. medicarrera. com
MediCarrera SL , Balmes 191 - 6 1 , 08006 Barcelona, S pain

For many people anticipating a job interview can cause stress and uncertainty. Here is a list of the most common mistakes that can happen. Try to avoid them during an interview. Be yourself as much as possible and dont let the nerves get the better of you.
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- remember that a positive and cheerful attitude during an interview can give you an advantage over your competitors. First impressions matter.

Turning and spinning in your chair

- many recruiters do not like it, but a bit of nervousness during a job interview is completely natural and expected, just try to keep movement to a minimum.

A weak handshake

- is perceived very negatively by recruiters and may indicate a lack of confidence, indecision, or detachment. Besides that, it's awkward. A recruiter may think, are you shaking my hand or not?

Playing with your hair Touching your face

- is often interpreted as flirtatious and unprofessional. In a formal interview situation this kind of behaviour should be avoided. - experts discourage employing candidates who excessively touch their face. It can indicate a dishonest intent, or, at best, indecisiveness.

Crossing your arms

- this may indicate an exaggerated self-confidence or even boredom during a conversation..

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Preparing for an interview T

he purpose of an interview is to give the employer a chance to analyse and evaluate the skills and attributes of the potential employee. At this stage everything depends on the candidate, their personality, behaviour and how they present themselves. This does not mean that you cannot prepare yourself in advance. Quite the contrary. In terms of being able to prepare for your interview there are particular questions that you can be almost certain of being asked. These

Analysis of your CV

are questions related to the information you have provided in your CV and cover letter. Therefore, it is necessary to analyse your own CV and try to predict what questions the interviewer will ask. Try to evaluate your CV objectively and create a list of questions that you would ask according to the information given. Most commonly you can expect questions concerning your educational background, why you chose that particular study path, what motivated you and how you dealt with difficulties during your studies.

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to Spend Some time looking careFully at the job requirementS For the poSition you are applying For and comparing them with your experience.

The interview is perhaps the most important part of the recruitment process. If you have made it to this stage it means that the documents you submitted have been positively received and you have a decent chance of getting the job. Thats half the battle over! Now, all that remains is to convince the employer that they have made a good decision and that you are the right person for the job.
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You should also anticipate questions about your professional life. Expect to be asked about why you chose to change jobs and also about specific situations that may have occurred during your previous employment.

It is also important to spend some time looking carefully at the job requirements for the position you are applying for and comparing them with your experience. What skills do you possess that would be beneficial to the company. These answers can be prepared in detail in advance, even if you are not specifically asked about something that you feel is worth emphasising you can attempt to work it into the conversation at some point. More often than not an interviewer will ask about your aspirations for the future, your career goals, where you expect to be in five or ten years. Employers will also be interested in specific reasons why you left your previous jobs, explanations for any changes in career and details about why you would like to work for their company. It is very important to provide good reasons for leaving a previous position in addition to explaining what your expectations are from the new position. It is best not to cite financial reasons as your main motivation for leaving or taking a job. The term career and personal development is something you can say to cover

do you have any queStionS?"- oFten

the laSt but certainly not the leaSt important queStion the interviewer will aSk. all aspects of your professional life, including earnings. It goes without saying that you should know as much as possible about the company you are trying to work for, particularly its structure, market position, products, reputation and prospects. It is always worth thinking about any other qualifications or skills you have that may give you the edge over other candidates. Your choice of hobbies and interests can often give an insight into your personality and level of personal development. You should also give details of your other skills such as foreign language proficiency. These additional skills may not be specific requirements of the job but they are an excellent indication of your range of interests and ability to adapt to various activities.

An extremely common question is that concerning strengths and weaknesses. The best candidates will have an answer prepared. The worst possible answer is to say that you do not have any weaknesses, the interviewer will think that you are uninventive or that you are simply lying. Additionally, do not try to be clever and say something that is clichd such as Im a perfectionist. Be honest about your weaknesses but try to talk about them in the past tense and say how you have learnt and developed from your mistakes. "Do you have any questions?" - often the last but certainly not the least important question the interviewer will ask. A candidate who is unprepared can often be surprised by this question and not be able to come up with anything. This is the worst thing you can do. A serious candidate should already have some questions prepared to show that they have researched the position and that they are interested in the work the company does. So what questions should you ask? Use this opportunity to show that you understand the position and are interested in the future of the company. How will my success be measured? What are the long term goals for the company? You can also enquire about the next step in the interview process.

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A Closer Look at Video CV and Their Benefits

A Video CV can arouse stronger emotions than a traditional CV and help you connect with the audience. However, the traditional paper CV still has many supporters who believe that it is a sufficiently helpful tool to find work or select candidates. All be it, a growing group of people believe that a medical video resume definitely brings additional benefits to augment the traditional medical CV.

al sector, but also show your knowledge of foreign languages or personal competence, which may be attractive to new employers. Additionally, thanks to the process of creating your own video CV you not only gain practice preparing the final resume but also speaking about youtselves in front of a camera. You can review your presentation and speaking mannerisms to spot any awkward habit you might not be aware of. Additionally, a Video CV will make you better remembered by recruiters and get you more job offers. The fact that you took the time to present yourself before a camera gives the impression that you're highly motivated to work and willing to try new solutions.

One of the most important steps of the presentation is to create a plan of action. This will allow you to maintain a specific structure of speech, avoid repetition or omission of relevant aspects of your career. Examine the text of the speech and practice it at home in front of a mirror or in front of friends. Decide what is the most important message you want to present and prepare the text in terms of that substance. Practice and correct your foreign language skills. Pay attention to specialized vocabulary. Search video presentations online and analyze how other people present themselves. Lastly, remember your appearance is

How best to prepare for a video resume?

important, you must present a professional and elegant demeanour.

PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS ON PREPARING A VIDEO CV:

Prepare your speech in advance and practice it as much as possible (perhaps in front of the mirror) in order to avoid repetition and awkward pauses. Use your friends as a practice audience, ask them to be objective and give you constructive criticism and advice. Dont forget about your appearance, dress in a professional manner. The main advantage of a video CV is that the employer can see you, but you control the first impression make it good! Advertise your language skills. If you speak several languages take the time to prepare a few sentences in each to demonstrate your level of proficiency. Try to include any specialist vocabulary if possible. Focus on your professional career, avoid talking too much about your personal interests. Stay calm, speak clearly and don't rush. Explain why you would be a good employee if hired. Thank the audience for their attention and give your contact details.

o, should you make a Video CV or not? Many job seekers have little knowledge of the benefits a Video CV can bring them and therefore may not have an opinion. Let's take a closer look so you can decide if making a medical Video CV will help you. Large recruitment specialists receive hundreds of applications daily and all have a similar approach. They include a resume or CV and a cover letter. Most

What is a Video CV?

don't draw attention to themselves, and quickly end up in the rubbish basket. Therefore, a very interesting idea is to include a video showing your experience, skills and interests. Anyone who wants to get an interesting job has to stand out. Using a conventional CV unfortunately has a limited scope for action, so it is worth exploring the benefits of having a digital biography that opens up entirely new possibilities. A Video CV will allow you to present yourself in an unconventional way. In addition

to the proven skills you have on paper, making a Video CV can demonstrate your soft skills and personality. A video resume or Video CV is a modern tool, using new technologies, and serves as an interesting showcase for your work experience, educational paths, future plans, etc..

Video resumes allow you to not only showcase your achievements in the profession-

What should you prepare for your Video CV?

Present your career path by dividing it into three stages. First, briefly talk about your past: previous places of work, education and courses completed. In a few words, explain what you learned. This should be relevant to what the job requires. The second stage should address your current situation. Where you are currently working and if applicable, why you want to stop working there. In the third stage present your plans and how they include the type of employment you're seeking. If you are seeking employment in a foreign country, employers are also interested in why you are planning to travel abroad and where you want to move. Most important of all is to show a positive attitude and strong motivation to work abroad. Finally, thank the viewers for watching. More and more employers are receptive to the idea of viewing a Video CV which allows you to control the first impression. Despite the benefits when compared to a traditional CV, making a Video CV can be more time consuming. Plan each stage so that once you start, you know exactly what you want the employer to remember.

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Covering letters do matter

A cover letter, alongside a CV, is the first point of contact you have with a potential employer. A cover letter should express why you are interested in a particular position and why you believe you are the best candidate for the job. There are three basic elements which should be included. Below are the aims and objectives of each.

show how you fulfil the requirements of the vacant position. Within your cover letter you should tailor your previous professional experience, skills and qualifications to suit the particular vacancy. Finally, include not only your professional experience but also your social interests and other skills such as language abilities.

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ou should be aware of the fact that an employers first assessment of a prospective employee is based upon the style and content of their cover letter. Therefore it is vital that your cover letter be clear, concise and effective. The aim of a cover letter is to provide supplementary information to that given in your CV, consequently it is important not to repeat information stated in your CV but to expand on it and

One of the easiest ways to attract the attention of the reader is to address the letter directly to the person conducting the initial selection process. Rather than addressing your reader with a generic greeting of Dear sir/madam or Human Resources Manager it is better to find out the name of the person who will receive your cover letter and address it to them directly. This approach can show the employer that you have initiative and resourcefulness. The introduction should be concise and comprehensible, it should include information about which specific position you are applying for and how you learned about the job offer. Overall, the content of your letter will depend on whether you are applying for a specific vacant position or you are simply presenting yourself to the company for a possible future vacancy.

Part 1 Attracting the readers attention

Once you have attracted the attention of the reader your next task is to convince them of your suitability for the position in question. When applying in response to an advertised post, you must relate your qualifications and experience to the particular requirements of the job. If no job requirements were listed, imagine the perfect candidate and attempt to tailor your letter accordingly. Emphasize what you have to offer the employer, describe your strengths in accordance with their requirements. For example, "My experience working in the hospital allowed me to work with an international group of people and gain practical skills (processing confidential patient information)" or, "completion of the management course enabled me to better organise my own work and that of the team". In this section of the cover letter you should expand on particular aspects of your CV and how they relate specifically to the requirements of the vacant post, for example, "... because you

Part 2 - Explanation and clarification

are looking for a qualified doctor, I have attached references from my previous place of employment, in which I was able to achieve success." Your cover letter should also include some information regarding your personal characteristics. It is worth pointing out your involvement not only in your field of study and employment but also how you have developed a variety of skills in other areas outside of your professional life. For example, "... apart from gaining technical knowledge during my studies, I had the opportunity to improve my relationships with people. As vice president of the student association I was responsible for the organisation of over a dozen events for incoming students. I believe the skills I developed during that time will be valuable in my future career. You can also refer directly to your CV: further information regarding my financial management experience can be found in my CV. It is important to be confident and convincing when communicating your skills and abilities, use positive expressions such as: I can, I am capable and I achieved.

Finally, you should conclude your letter with a phrase such as, "... I believe that my skill-set matches perfectly with your requirements. I would welcome the opportunity for an interview with your organization. Thank you for your time and consideration, I am available at your convenience.

A NEW LOOK FOR COVER LETTERS: YOUR E-MAIL

If you are emailing your CV and you do not want to write a cover letter, you should write a professional email that can serve as your cover letter. In short, if you don't want to write a cover letter, use e-mail to communicate effectively with the recruiter. Know the name of the person you're emailing and show that you have done your research. For example:

Dear, X I have been following your job board and have noticed your cancer research group is growing. Candidates for your new medical research centre in London must be experienced technicians with strong academic credentials. They must also be capable of working in a team collaborating research efforts with your partners in Germany. I believe my years of experience coupled with my academic credentials make me a good candidate for you to consider. You will notice on my CV (attached) that I have over five years experience working on multinational research projects requiring good communication skills as well as relevant medical research

The more you know about the employer and job role the better. Your email must quickly show that you know something relevant about the employer and your personal introduction must present the type of candidate they are looking for. Finally, prompt the recruiter to open and read your CV. The content of the email can be fleshed out with additional information but keep it brief: Your soft skills What makes you a strong candidates for this company What are your personal goals Advantages of sending an e-mail addressed to the correct person: The email text will almost always be read We can write more clearly and specifically An email can be easier to write than a cover letter and much harder to get wrong We can personalize the email to the person you're emailing If you send a cover letter along with your CV, your email can sound a bit more casual. For example, "Hello, I am sending an application for the advertised position... Regards,..."

... becauSe you are

looking For a qualiFied doctor, i have attached reFerenceS From my previouS place oF employment, in which i waS able to achieve SucceSS."

After having accurately presented yourself, you need to prompt the reader to interact with you. Ask to be invited for an interview. When applying for a job in another country, request an application form or suggest holding the interview in a branch which is convenient for both parties.

Part 3 - Encouraging a response

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All in one. With proper organization and easy to use site, you can use in a number of options available to MedPharmJobs. com.

o answer the medical markets constantly growing demand for doctors, nurses and pharmacists, in 2007, Dr. Grzegorz Chodkowski founded MedPharm Careers - an international job fairs company that organises events twice a year throughout Europe. To answer doctors needs, the idea was born to create an international job portal dedicated to servicing the many medical and pharmaceutical branches around the world. Today, MedPharmJobs.com is the only international job portal doctors will need to break through distance barriers to participation, allowing continuous access not only to job offers throughout Europe but also to the most up-todate market news. The portal has thousands of job offers for doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, radiologists, medical representatives and healthcare managers, clinical research specialists, and all other medical professionals and health care providers. MedPharmJobs.com also offers interesting articles, interviews, analyses, and news from local and global medical job markets. Registered users have full access to all materials including in-depth analyses of new trends in the medical jobs market. Registration is free and takes only five minutes. Thanks to MedPharmJobs. com, doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals will be able to record a personal Video CV. This is a unique and very useful

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