Working in an office always comes with its pros and cons, but working in a healthcare setting is a whole different ball game.
From grumpy patients to infuriating legislation and processes – admin staff have to contend with a lot more than your average paper-pusher, and that’s before we even get on to the pay.
Here’s 13 things you only know if you’ve worked in a doctor’s surgery.
1. The NHS needs a nationalised computer system
As barmy as it sounds, different computer systems are used up and down the country.
Whenever a patient moves to a new GP practice or hospital, notes have to be manually transferred.
2. If you suffer from any kind of orthopaedic pain, you’ll need to see a physiotherapist before… Read the full story