Whilst there are lots of talented healthcare workers in the UK, there is a shortage of staff in the industry, which is having a massive impact on those who are seeking support and care at a time when they need it most.
This means that there are plenty of times when healthcare services have to expand their search for the perfect staff members outside of the UK.
Hiring people within the UK is a tricky process, but the truth is, that hiring international employees within healthcare recruitment is even more complex.
As experts in recruitment, both in the UK and in the wider world, we have put together our guide to the main things to think about and consider when it comes to international healthcare recruitment.
Recognise their differences
When someone comes to a new country to work, they are still going to be bringing their own cultures and belief with them. This means that as an employer you are going to need to recognise, respect and support this.
Every single staff member within your setting, no matter where they come from, should feel that they are valued and that their emotions and thoughts are valid and that they are treated in the same way as those who are native to the UK.
Have a clear strategy
It is also important to ensure that when you are recruiting someone internationally, you have a clear strategy in mind of how this is going to work and the steps that you are going to take.
There are some complex parts of the process, which can lead to mistakes. So, if you can find a way to make it as clear as possible minimise and mitigate these possible risk factors and ensure that the process runs smoothly.
Make the process streamlined.
There are several steps that you are going to need to move through to recruit someone internationally. This includes thinking about both immigration and visas. Both of these aspects can be somewhat complicated and time-consuming. Not only that, but they have to be completed correctly to ensure that everything is above board with the new staff member that you are recruiting.
You need to take the time to really think about the key steps of the process of applying for working visas and ensure that you follow them in the right order, so that everything runs smoothly.
Support them
Finally, you also need to consider what support and help the person who is moving for their new job is going to need. Moving to a brand new country is daunting and this means that they are going to need to have some support in place to help them to adjust to this new way of life.
It could be someone who already lives and works in the country acting as a buddy, language classes to help them to improve their English or perhaps just key support services that will help them both in the short and the long term too.
It may seem like a lot to think about, but we can assure you that if you take the time to really consider the key points of recruiting someone who comes from overseas, then you are going to feel the benefit of brining some new experience and insight to your team.
