The Truth about Occupational Medicine Job Satisfaction: Why I Chose to Become an Occupational Health Doctor?

As a practising Consultant in Occupational Medicine, I offer my perspective on Occupational Medicine as a career choice - made when I was at a significant crossroads (one of many!) in my own medical career. If you have begun thinking about doing something different in your career, this is a must-listen. Ultimately all doctors want to make an impact and I explain the positives of this untapped specialty and some of the many advantages for a work-life balance that can be sustainable and relatively lucrative.   KEY TAKEAWAYS We specialise in the relationship between health and work A lot of our work is being on the intersection between the employer and employee helping them to navigate their relationships in a healthy way Occupational medicine does not require you to work nights or weekends the usual workday is 9 -5 There are a variety of doctors with a variety of qualifications and experience is a valuable asset You can do the CESR route for all medical specialities so that you can DIY your own training The Occupational Medicine diploma gives you the best return on investment than any other diploma In Occupational Medicine, you can train in the private sector There are so many different pathways and opportunities and you can also choose to start your own business You do need to be able to work both remotely and on your own and you are providing advice and recommendations not mandates   BEST MOMENTS ‘It’s the speciality I’ve been in the longest and I love it’ ‘For most opportunities, the most you will be expected to do is 9 to 5 ‘It’s a great opportunity that’s flexible and versatile’   GET NEW EPISODES FIRST & MY UPDATES HERE https://medicfootprints.org/joinourmission    TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER WITH ME AND MORE. https://medicfootprints.org/gopremium   REACH OUT TO OUR TEAM! WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! [email protected]   DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrupting-doctors-careers/id1630976686   ABOUT THE HOST Dr. Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is a practising medical doctor and Founder of Medic Footprints: the global platform connecting doctors with diverse career opportunities beyond conventional medicine. Her mission is to dramatically elevate health outcomes in the world by connecting 1 million doctors with diverse careers by 2030. Continually exploring her own path off the medical treadmill, she has developed a wealth of expertise in specialist recruitment connecting industry & health tech companies with talented doctors, whilst supporting & coaching doctors in their own career development and wellbeing. She is an award winning entrepreneur, Consultant Occupational Health Physician, BBC Expert Voice, Public Speaker, Musician and not-so good boulderer!   REACH OUT! [email protected]