Business Details
18 Years
experience
Global Healthcare Recruitment Specialists
Head Medical has been connecting healthcare professionals with global opportunities since 2008. Our Edinburgh-based team specialises in placing doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals in permanent, fixed-term, and locum roles across 12 countries. With a database of 30,000+ active candidates and in-house immigration experts, we provide end-to-end support from job matching to visa applications. Our dedicated recruiters combine sector-specific knowledge with personalised service, ensuring seamless transitions for both individuals and healthcare institutions.We maintain partnerships with leading hospitals in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond, prioritising quality placements that enhance workforce stability. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through tailored recruitment campaigns, exclusive partnerships, and a proven track record of placing nearly 3,000 professionals worldwide.
Services
International job placement
Immigration support
Regulatory assistance
Locum work
Theatre division recruitment
Doctor recruitment
Nurse recruitment
GP placement
Consultant positions
Medical registration
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Specialise in healthcare recruitment with 16+ years' experience placing medical professionals
- Maintain a database of 30,000+ qualified healthcare candidates worldwide
- Offer end-to-end visa and registration support through dedicated immigration experts
- Provide tailored recruitment solutions for hospitals and clinics in 12 countries
- Guarantee quality placements with 98% client satisfaction from 3,000+ successful matches
What people say
Extremely helpful throughout
Smooth recruitment process
Prompt responses
Dedicated support
Understand requirements
Services
International job placement
We specialise in connecting healthcare professionals with employment opportunities across 12 countries. Our service covers doctors, nurses, and allied health practitioners seeking permanent, fixed-term, or locum positions. With established networks in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and other key markets, we provide tailored matching based on individual career goals and institutional requirements.
Immigration support
Our in-house immigration team offers comprehensive support for healthcare professionals relocating internationally. We handle visa applications, medical registration, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions. This service ensures seamless transitions for candidates while reducing administrative burdens for employer partners through end-to-end documentation management.
Theatre division recruitment
We provide specialist recruitment for theatre practitioners including scrub nurses, recovery staff, and operating department practitioners. Our candidates work in NHS and private hospitals across the UK and British territories. The division offers flexible contract options from ad-hoc sessions to permanent placements with competitive remuneration packages.
Locum work
Our locum division facilitates short-term medical placements for doctors and healthcare professionals. Available across multiple specialities, these positions offer flexible working arrangements while maintaining professional standards. We manage all logistical aspects including accommodation, licensing, and payroll for both domestic and international assignments.
Regulatory assistance
We provide expert guidance through international medical registration processes. Our specialists assist with credential verification, portfolio preparation, and compliance documentation for healthcare professionals seeking recognition in new jurisdictions. This service ensures candidates meet all statutory requirements while expediting the approval timeline.
People
Nadia Akbar
Recruitment Consultant
Specialist in Australian healthcare placements with extensive experience supporting medical professionals through relocation, visa, and registration processes.
Dr Parvez Husain
General Practitioner
Successfully relocated to Australia through Head Medical's support, commending their comprehensive assistance with job placement and immigration requirements.
Dr SG
Consultant Emergency Medicine
Praised Head Medical's efficient support in securing a specialist position in New Zealand with smooth transition arrangements.
Questions
How does Head Medical support healthcare professionals seeking international roles?
We provide end-to-end support including job matching, visa assistance, medical registration, and relocation logistics across 12 countries.
Which countries do you operate in?
We specialise in placements across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Singapore, Ireland, and several Middle Eastern and Caribbean locations.
What medical specialities do you cover?
We support all major medical specialities including emergency medicine, general practice, theatre divisions, and consultant-level positions.
How do I apply for a position?
Submit your CV online, contact our Edinburgh office, or attend one of our recruitment events for initial assessment and matching.
Do you offer locum work opportunities?
Yes, we provide locum placements across multiple specialities in the UK and internationally with flexible contract arrangements.
What makes Head Medical different from other recruiters?
Our healthcare-specific expertise, global network, and comprehensive support from application through to post-placement assistance ensure successful transitions.
