Scarlet's role is a receptionist in a GP Practice and this is her story of how she got a job within Primary Care...
The process of getting this job began when I applied through Rochdale Health Alliance. I was referred to them by Middleton PCN Hub, which provided me with their contact information. I spoke with Rachel a few times, and she helped me apply for a couple of jobs, eventually leading me to the position I have now. Before this, I studied medical science in college and finished in June. While working at a chip shop and a pub, I realised I wanted a career rather than just a job. With my family’s history of working in the NHS, I had always been interested in it, but I knew I preferred the non-clinical side. I wanted to focus on communication and helping people in other ways, which led me to pursue a receptionist role. I wasn’t planning on attending university, so I was eager to start my career and see where it could take me. Now, I’m in a job that I really enjoy, where everyone is welcoming and supportive, which is a big improvement from my previous jobs. My job search had been frustrating, as I applied to many places and often didn’t hear back or received a rejection without any feedback. However, applying through Rochdale Health Alliance was different they provided feedback and helped me secure an interview, which was invaluable.
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