Doctors give a lifetime of work to the NHS in return for job security and just terms and conditions – but the proposed unusual contract breaks bond of trust As doctors,we embark on a 40-year-plus career in the NHS knowing full well that work life is going to be tough. Long hours, a low starting salary compared to other professions (earning £23000 a year, or compared with the national average salary of £27000),high levels of stress, regularly doing additional work for no additional pay, or emotionally difficult experiences with sick and dying patients await us. Although it is also extremely rewarding and a privilege to serve and be trusted by the public,a medical career takes its toll on work-life balance. Doctors have high rates of mental health problems and alcohol dependency. Family breakdown is common. Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com