Approximately half of the medical professionals practice within the National Health Service (NHS) and the private sector in the UK.
Healthcare Pros in Portugal: Juggling Multiple Jobs
Roughly 53% of medical professionals in Portugal have one (or more) additional gigs, while the figure for nurses hovers around 24%. The study "Healthcare professionals' satisfaction in Portugal and retention in the SNS" brings this to light[1].
Coordinated by Tiago Correia and conducted by the Institute of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine at UNL, a survey of docs and nurses reveals the reasons behind this employment overlapping aren't one-size-fits-all, with financial need being just one factor[1][2].
As the study suggests, happy professionals are often keen to stick around, and dedicating their time to a single SNS provider could be a key contributor to their contentment[1]. Simply put, they're likely to stay put[1].
Management positions play a vital role too, whether in state hospitals or private units. If you've got a manager gig at a healthcare facility, chances are, you'll fancy sticking around longer there[1].
When it comes to pay, SNS specialist docs see their monthly net income split: around 44% earn between €2K – €2.9K, and 43% rake in €3K or more[2]. That's according to the Planapp report[2].
- Budget constraints may prod medical professionals to hunt for extra cash sources, as they feel their current wages are low[2].
- Beyond salaries, the broader working conditions in Portugal's healthcare sector—such as fewer career advancement opportunities—also influence professionals' decision to seek greater employment[2].
- The financial strain of low wages in Portugal may drive medical professionals to seek supplementary income sources through additional jobs, as suggested by the study "Healthcare professionals' satisfaction in Portugal and retention in the SNS."
- In addition to financial concerns, medical professionals in Portugal may also seek additional employment due to limited opportunities for career advancement within the broader healthcare sector, as reported in the Planapp report.
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