Career development Progress to senior posts with increased managerial responsibility is normal with possible diminution of specialist roles. With a PhD prospects exist in research and possibly teaching in medical schools. The salary data was collected in Jul 99 Pay scales are determined by the NHS and local trusts. The higher starting salaries require an MSc. Working hours and conditions Typically includes mainly 9-5 possibly with some extra hours More than half the working time is spent alone, but there is regular contact and meetings with others.
Meetings are in regional and occasionally national conferences.
More medical schools and teaching hospitals exist in London and other major cities. There is some flexibility in hours and the work environment is reasonably relaxed. NHS reorganisation has resulted in frequent pressures of deadlines. Some conflict may be experienced in setting health care priorities. Travel Travel within a working day is occasional Absence from home at night is uncommon Overseas work or travel is uncommon Gender balance Equal opportunities on entry, however, there are more men in senior posts at present.