NEWS AND INSIGHTS

Latest news and insights from the international medical and dental recruitment world


Dermatologist Shortages in New Zealand: Opportunities for International Specialists
By Shazamme System User September 10, 2025
Read about the astounding career prospects for international dermatologists in New Zealand, register your CV and apply for jobs.
By Shazamme System User August 4, 2025
Interviews for resident doctor jobs in New Zealand's public healthcare system, the employer of choice for most house officers and registrars, are friendly and informal. This guide provides an overview of the process and tips for success. 
Panoramic view of New Zealand landscape ideal for doctors relocating for work.
By Shazamme System User May 14, 2025
Discover how to choose the best location and hospital for your medical career in New Zealand. Lifestyle, family, and specialty advice from Odyssey Recruitment.
Mastering Radiology Interview Techniques: Tips for Candidates
By Shazamme System User February 14, 2025
Expert Tips for radiologists preparing for job interviews with international healthcare organisations.
Transitioning to Remote Radiology Work: Best Practices and Considerations
By Shazamme System User February 12, 2025
Advice for radiologists considering jobs in the remote teleradiology reporting sector including benefits and challenges of this practice.
Radiology Career Pathways: From Residency to Consultant Roles
By Shazamme System User February 12, 2025
A guide for junior doctors to training as a diagnostic and interventional radiologist with options for subspecialist practice.
A Comprehensive Guide to Radiology and Associated Subspecialities
By Shazamme System User February 11, 2025
An overview of clinical radiology and its subspecialist fields for resident medical officers and radiologists seeking jobs internationally.
A Career in Sports Medicine in Qatar: Opportunities, Licensing, Salaries, and Benefits
By Shazamme System User January 30, 2025
Information for sports medicine physicians interested in Qatar's emergent sports and athletics sector including employment terms, salaries and licensing procedures.
The Search for a Family Physician Job in Bermuda
By Shazamme System User January 17, 2025
A successful job search strategy developed by Odyssey Recruitment for a family physician from Canada seeking a full time family medicine job in Bermuda.
Your Next Career Move: Why Anaesthetists Should Consider Working in New Zealand
By Shazamme System User December 19, 2024
Are you an anaesthetist looking for your next job? Consider New Zealand with its highly ranked healthcare system, attractive financial compensation, job security and outstanding lifestyle.
Specialties in Demand: Top Roles Needed in New Zealand’s Healthcare Landscape
By Shazamme System User December 17, 2024
The shortage medical specialities in New Zealand provide excellent career opportunities for international doctors willing to make the move.
Australia’s New Fast-Track Pathway for Specialist GP Registration: What You Need to Know
By Shazamme System User December 12, 2024
How Australia has simplified the regulatory process for general medical practitioners from New Zealand, Ireland and the UK opening a fast track to finding a GP job.
Working as a Doctor in Kuwait: Opportunities, Lifestyle and Rewards
By Shazamme System User December 7, 2024
A medical career in Kuwait combines professional fulfilment with cultural discovery in this oil rich nation which is the cultural capital of the Arabian Gulf.
How to Apply for Medical Registration and a License to Practice Medicine in Malta: A Step-by-Step Gu
By Shazamme System User December 4, 2024
A comprehensive guide to registering as a doctor with the Medical Council of Malta including details of requirements and application steps.
Understanding Employment Laws in Malta: A Guide for Doctors Seeking Medical Jobs
By Shazamme System User December 4, 2024
This article addresses key concerns for doctors considering jobs in Malta, emphasising the importance of understanding employment laws and providing actionable advice to help them navigate the process confidently.
Working as a Resident Medical Officer in Malta's Private Hospitals: A Gateway to Professional Growth
By Shazamme System User December 3, 2024
An overview of the job of Resident Medical Officer in Malta and the benefits of working as a junior doctor in this sunny, island nation.
The Art of Recruitment: Unconventional Strategies to Attract Doctors to Rural Areas
By Shazamme System User November 29, 2024
Some innovative and unconventional recruitment strategies to attract doctors to work in rural healthcare facilities.
Overcoming Challenges: Success Stories of Rural Healthcare Organisations
By Shazamme System User November 29, 2024
Inspiring stories of overcoming challenges in the provision of rural healthcare from Scotland, Australia and Canada.
The Role of Locum Doctors in Rural and Remote Healthcare: Pros and Cons
By Shazamme System User November 29, 2024
Rural health services rely heavily on locum doctors to maintain continuity but they come at a cost and their use should be balanced with a permanent recruitment strategy.
Recruitment Strategies for Hospitals in Rural and Remote Areas of Canada: Attracting Specialist Gene
By Shazamme System User November 29, 2024
Explore strategies for overcoming the challenges of recruiting general and orthopaedic surgeons to rural and remote hospitals in Canada.
Case Study: Addressing Anaesthetist Shortages in New Zealand’s Regional Hospitals
By Shazamme System User November 28, 2024
A case study highlighting the process of recruiting European anaesthetists to New Zealand's district general hospitals.
Recruitment Case Study: Solving a Paediatrician Shortage in Rural New Zealand
By Shazamme System User November 28, 2024
An example of how the international recruitment of paediatricians from Europe can solve critical shortages in rural hospitals of New Zealand.
Recruitment Case Study: Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician Sourced for UAE Hospital
By Shazamme System User November 28, 2024
A case study of the recruitment of an experienced emergency physician from the UK to lead an emergency department in the UAE preparing for JCI accreditation.
The Role of Functional Medicine, Homeopathy, and Alternative Medicines in Primary Health Care in Ber
By Shazamme System User November 28, 2024
Information for General Practitioners about the increasing role played by functional and alternative medicine in Bermuda's primary medical care sector.
A Recruitment Case Study: Addressing New Zealand's Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Shortage
By Shazamme System User November 27, 2024
A case study highlighting how international recruitment services helped to address the shortage of obstetricians and gynaecologists in New Zealand's regional hospitals.
Case Study: Opportunely Filling a NON SET Surgical Job in New Zealand
By Shazamme System User November 27, 2024
A case study of the recruitment of a German orthopaedic surgeon for a junior surgeon job as part of a short term transition to a specialist Orthopaedic job in New Zealand.
Case Study: Sourcing a Canadian General Practitioner for a Primary Care Clinic in Bermuda
By Shazamme System User November 27, 2024
A case study of a successful recruitment campaign to source a general practitioner with an interest in homeopathy and functional care for a clinic in Bermuda.
Case Study: Successfully Recruiting a General Surgeon from South Africa for a Rural Hospital in Newf
By Shazamme System User November 27, 2024
Case study of a successful recruitment campaign to recruit a South African general surgeon for a small rural and remote hospital in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Case Study: Successfully Recruiting an Anatomical Pathologist from Israel for a Tertiary Pathology L
By Shazamme System User November 27, 2024
A case study of a successful recruitment assignment of an anatomical pathologist for a tertiary pathology laboratory in Auckland New Zealand
Interview Tips for Psychiatrists: How to Impress Your Interviewers
By Shazamme System User November 23, 2024
Psychiatry features strongly in the list of shortage medical specialities in most developed countries, offering excellent career prospects for those willing to pursue them. Preparing for a psychiatry job interview requires expert ability to showcase your expertise, interpersonal skills, and capacity to adapt to diverse clinical scenarios during a 45-60 minute interview. Here are some tips to impress your interviewers.
Effective Time Management Techniques for Rural Medicine Practitioners
By Shazamme System User November 22, 2024
As recruitment experts in the international medical sector, our mission is to bridge the gap between exceptional talent and organisations in need and also to provide resources that will help doctors thrive in their new roles. In this article, we dwell upon a crucial topic, Time Management. Effective time management is crucial for rural medicine practitioners, who often face high patient volumes, limited resources, and diverse responsibilities. Here are practical techniques to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Exploring Rural Medical Practice in Canada: Opportunities for GPs and Specialists
By Shazamme System User November 22, 2024
Explore the potential of practising medicine as a GP or hospital specialist in Canada's rural areas where there are opportunities for overseas doctors.
Innovative Technologies Shaping the Future of Rural Healthcare
By Shazamme System User November 22, 2024
A quiet revolution is shaping the rural medicine sector, driven by the use of artificial intelligence, drones and telemedicine, creating exciting opportunities for doctors.
The Pivotal Role of Rural and Remote Medicine Training Programmes
By Shazamme System User November 21, 2024
The training programs in Rural and Remote Medicine for primary care physicians have a pivotal role in providing healthcare access and addressing inequalities in rural populations.
Rural and Remote Medicine: An Adventure in the Great Outdoors
By Shazamme System User November 20, 2024
The job of the rural and remote physician offers many opportunities to explore the great outdoors as well as develop a career in a challenging new medical speciality.
Addressing the Doctor Shortage in Rural Areas
By Shazamme System User November 20, 2024
The reasons for the shortage of doctors in rural and remote areas and actions which healthcare organisations can take to address them and successfully recruit physicians.
The Importance of Rural and Remote Medicine: Focus on Australia and New Zealand
By Shazamme System User November 19, 2024
Rural and Remote Medicine is a new medical speciality with its own training programs and job opportunities across Australia and New Zealand.
The Role of Emergency Medicine Physicians in New Zealand: A Comprehensive Guide
By Shazamme System User November 19, 2024
A guide to the responsibilities of emergency medicine physicians working in New Zealand's healthcare system plus the qualifications required and job opportunities available.
Crafting a Standout CV for Emergency Medicine Careers in New Zealand
By Shazamme System User November 15, 2024
Tips for drafting an outstanding CV to showcase your expertise and increase your chances of being shortlisted for emergency medicine physician jobs in New Zealand
The Rising Demand for Emergency Medicine Physicians in New Zealand  What You Need to Know
By Shazamme System User November 14, 2024
New Zealand's shortage of emergency medicine physicians prompted by demographics and rising demand has created excellent career opportunities for locum tenens and permanent jobs.
The Benefits of Locum Tenens for Emergency Medicine Physicians
By Shazamme System User November 13, 2024
Locum tenens work has many advantages for emergency medicine physicians including flexibility, enhanced financial compensation and career development.
Negotiating Job Contracts: Essential Tips for Emergency Medicine Physicians
By Shazamme System User November 13, 2024
Terms to look out for and where to get advice whilst negotiating a job offer and employment contract as an emergency medicine physician.
An Introduction to the Psychiatry Job Market in New Zealand
By Shazamme System User November 12, 2024
An overview of the job market for specialist psychiatrists in New Zealand which offers competitive salaries, benefits and outstanding career opportunities.
Understanding Different Medical Specialties: A Guide for Candidates
By Shazamme System User November 12, 2024
An overview of medical specialities for resident medical officers applying for residency and specialist training programs.
Building a Successful Medical Career Path: Key Considerations for RMOs
By Shazamme System User November 11, 2024
Guidance for resident medical officers embarking upon their medical careers and selecting their specialist field of medical practice.
Managing Stress and Burnout: A Practical Guide for Resident Medical Officers (RMOs)
By Shazamme System User November 11, 2024
The Resident Medical Officer job is stressful and requires mastery of stress reduction techniques to prevent burnout and exhaustion which cause career failure.
A Beginner's Guide to Working as a Resident Medical Officer (RMO)
By Shazamme System User November 10, 2024
The Resident Medical Officer (RMO) job is the fist step in a doctor's career requiring excellent clinical knowledge, clear communication, meticulous attention to detail and adaptability.
The Value of Mentorship for RMOs: How to Find a Mentor and Why It Matters
By Shazamme System User November 8, 2024
Tips for resident medical officers on the career benefits of a professional mentor and how to find and develop a relationship with the right one.
Understanding the Role of a Resident Medical Officer in Relief  in New Zealand
By Shazamme System User November 8, 2024
The Relief House Officer resident doctor job is a sound career option in New Zealand for clinical experience, flexible work schedules and higher rates of pay.
Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in Psychiatry: A Guide for Healthcare Organisations
By Shazamme System User November 6, 2024
A guide to attracting and retaining top psychiatrists for healthcare organisations facing a shortage of psychiatrists and resident medical officers.
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