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There are well over a 1000 hospitals in the UK, providing for some 350 different careers. For those who are suitably qualified, it is possible to specialise in a certain area, such as cardiology, dermatology, immunology, oncology, paediatrics and so on.
The NHS provides the vast majority of hospital jobs in the UK. Registered nurses (RN) receive an hourly rate of between £9.50 and £18.00, depending on experience. Hospital doctors earn salaries in the range of £36,000 to £68,000, while specialists start on £51,000, with the potential of earning up to £85,000 over time
There are also many lower-skilled supporting roles that help to ensure the smooth running of a hospital. Porters receive around £6 an hour, while security officers earn average annual salaries of between £13,000 and £15,000. Administration work within a hospital also provides a wide range of opportunities, from clerks (£12,900) up to directors and managers (£55,000 – 75,000). The standard working week is normally 37.5 hours, although many positions call for shift work and overtime.

Description

The list of Hospital professionals is very extensive. These professionals work around the clock to provide the best health care they can to sick, hurt and dying patients. From diagnosing clients, to performing surgeries, rehabilitation and patient care; hospital professionals all have a demanding role to play.
Because of the extensive number of diseases, injuries, mental and physical issues; the number of hospital workers can be very high. There are some doctors who are general doctors, while others have specialisations. Other professionals found in a Hospital include respiratory therapists, pharmacists, or even dermatologists.
A Hospital professional usually performs many of the following tasks:
• Monitoring patient vitals
• Providing and care and treatment for patients
• Examining and diagnosing patients
• Writing up charts and reports
• Operating on patients
• Examining scans, x-rays and ultrasounds

Skills

• Observation and teamwork
• Patience and efficiency
• Presentation and communication
• Professionalism and sensitivity
• Management and organisation
• Leadership and flexibility
• Being practical and approachable
• Implementing the correct procedures
• Stress management and physical stamina
• Discretion and humour
• Teaching and mentoring others

Education

The required qualification for working in an Hospital will vary. All doctors do not focus on the same certifications or courses. Because there are administrators, technicians, therapists and surgeons; all these professionals will study at different schools, different courses for different periods of time.
Some professionals can use a diploma or a basic certificate to start their professional lives; while others are required to have no less than a Masters or Post Graduate degree which requires many years of training.

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