The ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº GMC sponsorship scheme is for internationally qualified doctors (typically grade IMT3 and above) seeking short-term development opportunities in the NHS. It is a sister scheme of the ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº Medical Training Initiative (MTI) and predominantly benefits doctors who do not require a (formerly Tier 5).
If your NHS organisation has a vacancy suitable for such a position, or if you have already identified a doctor for a post, this page will guide you through how the ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº can support the process ensuring a mutually beneficial learning and training experience.
Benefits for employing organisations
What the ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº GMC sponsorship scheme offers employers:
- Access to a diverse pool of skilled medical professionals eager to gain short-term NHS experience. They will bring new perspectives to patient care whilst boosting your team’s capacity and helping to fill vacancies.
- Streamlined support provided throughout the recruitment process by our experienced team at ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº Global. This will include handling application paperwork, arranging GMC sponsorship and guidance with onboarding.
- Bespoke guidance and on-hand support from ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº Global throughout the post to ensure you and your international doctor are supported and to maximise the impact of the learning experience.Ìý
- Opportunities to build international links and raise the international profile and reach of your NHS organisation.
Advantages of the ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº scheme
Additional advantages of participating in the GMC sponsorship scheme offered by the ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº include:
- The scheme offers an established pathway for confirming that applicants meet the GMC standards, making the registration process smoother. The sponsorship route allows applicants to directly apply for GMC registration without passing the Professional and Linguistic Assessment Board (PLAB) exam.
- Access to a specialised team based in the UK, committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance to IMGs at every stage of their journey, from pre-departure preparations to ongoing assistance during training and beyond.
- Complimentary ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº associate membership for the initial year, with a reduced fee for the subsequent year, granting access to a wealth of academic journals, educational materials, and free or reduced-cost participation in training sessions and events.
- Networking – membership provides networking opportunities with peers and senior professionals in the UK and internationally.
- Free use of the ePortfolio system for the duration of the post. Enabling seamless documentation of professional achievements, competencies, and educational pursuits.
- Tailored events and resources specifically designed for IMGs, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in addressing their unique needs and challenges encountered throughout their training experience.
- Upon successful completion of their post, all candidates are eligible to receive an ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº certificate, providing the eligibility requirements have been met.
Events for employing bodies
We are committed to supporting employing organisations participating in the scheme. We offer regular, tailored events specifically for supervisors and medical recruitment personnel to support a smooth and successful experience for all. Visit our events page to explore the next available session.
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Contact us
If you have any query relating to the GMC sponsorship scheme, please get in touch.
The MTI team is available to respond to telephone queries onÌý+44 (0)20 3075 1631. If you are unable to speak to us please leave a voicemail.
The MTI team can also be reached via email: mti@rcp.ac.uk
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