Flexible Working
The Most Important Thing Will Always Be Family
Like many parents, medical and non-medical there are several pressures on the work life balance, but the most important thing will always be family.
This Time Is Precious – Your Child Is Only Little For A Short While
Balancing our professional responsibilities and childcare (with our growing family and number 2) has been challenging but we have made it work for us.
I Am Glad That I Chose LTFT, As It Suits My Family Life
I am a cardiologist and in January 2020 I chose work more flexibly to provide childcare for my 3 children who were 1, 6 and 8 years at the time.
Working LTFT Has Been One Of The Best Decisions I Have Made In My Professional Career
It allows more time for CPD and reflection and I would definitely recommend it!
Working As A Job Share Requires Real Trust Between The Pairing
We each work three days per week, overlapping on the day of the TOE list, which we share.
I Have Found Working Less Than Full Time Very Fulfilling
I have found working less than full time very fulfilling.
The Amazing Benefits Of LTFT Training Are Often Overlooked
At the end of a career as a cardiologist, I won’t look back at missed clinics.
It Is Beneficial For Teams To Have People Who Model Healthy Work-Life Boundaries
I feel incredibly grateful for our current situation.
I Could Not Value My Work Highly If I Did Not Have Time To Appreciate My Family
“Work-life” balance flexibility has been one of the most important commodities for me.
I Have Been Working As A LTFT Doctor For Over A Decade
My non working days have allowed me time to have head space.
Would I recommend LTFT? Definitely
I chose LTFT mainly for health reasons, but being able to spend it with my son and family has been invaluable.
By Working LTFT My Family & My Career Get The Very Best Version Of Me
Working LTFT has enabled me to have a happier life beyond medicine and helps relieve some of the intensity from my training commitments.
