Occupational Health Clearance
You need to notify the Occupational Health department of your employer of your arrival so that they can arrange an appointment to check your vaccination history and arrange blood tests to check for specific antibody titres for vaccinations you have had in the past.
Taxation Code – Revenue
Upon receipt of the work schedule your employer’s payroll department will send the Full Payment Submission (FPS) to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) the payment the employee receives. After this, HMRC will issue the tax code.
Please expect that you may be on emergency tax in the first month’s salary (taxation around 40% of your pay), any overpaid tax should be refunded to you in the following months.
You will see a taxation code on your pay slip, indicating a tax-free allowance. (component of your salary that is tax free) This may vary annually. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure their tax code is correct so if you spot any mistakes/discrepancies you should contact the HMRC.
For more information, visit the government website here.
Welcome to UK Medical Practice Workshops
These are free online workshops organised by the GMC to support international Medical Graduates starting their first job in the UK. It is essential to know what the GMC expects from you before starting your job.
Please book your slot via the website here.
