How TERN is Helping Healthcare Workers Build Global Careers—For FREE

The Arctic Tern, a small and slender little bird, embarks on a remarkable journey each year, averaging about 40,000 km, navigating the Arctic to the Antarctic and back. With a name derived from the old English word "Stearn", this bird is renowned for its resilience and unwavering resolve to reach its destination despite the vast distances and challenges. It's a befitting metaphor for healthcare professionals who aspire to build international careers.

The dream of working abroad represents not just a job change for most but rather a transformative life experience. But it is a journey plagued with complexities, ranging from regulatory hurdles to cultural adjustments. And that is what TERN is here to solve. Our mission and ethos draw inspiration from our avian namesake, and we aim to revolutionise how healthcare workers pursue global career opportunities. 

The Genesis of TERN: A Personal Journey Sparks Innovation

TERN’s inception is rooted in the personal experience and astute observation of our company’s CEO and founder, Avinav. He embarked on his migratory journey in 2023 when he relocated to the UK. He gained valuable insights into the job market landscape across Europe, the UK, and the Gulf during his time at a prop-tech startup. He saw how these regions grappled with an acute shortage of skilled talent; meanwhile, in countries like India, qualified professionals struggled to access fair opportunities abroad. 

But there’s also an outrageous number of cases where skilled professionals fall prey to unethical recruitment practices. Exorbitant fees and false promises tarnish their hopes and aspirations of a career abroad. On the other hand, reputable employers face challenges sourcing the right talent to fulfil critical roles in the sector. This wasn’t merely an inconvenient disconnect, but rather a representation of a systemic issue affecting both employers and job seekers. 

It was this realisation that catalysed the concept of TERN. A platform that would bridge the gap, creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem for both skilled professionals and employers. He envisioned TERN as a comprehensive solution designed to address every facet of building a global career, transcending the limitations of traditional job boards and agencies. 

TERN: A Holistic Approach to Global Healthcare Careers

TERN, at its core, is a full-stack upskilling, global migration, and placement platform for skilled professionals. But what does this mean for you?

Let’s take the example of a nurse from Mumbai. We’ll call her Janice. Now Janice is a passionate and qualified professional working at a big hospital in the city. She feels constrained by the lack of opportunities and the unsatisfactory pay she receives, which hits hard as the cost of living rises. 

She dreams of a job at a world-class healthcare facility somewhere in London with great pay and better growth prospects. But she is intimidated by the idea of navigating the labyrinth of foreign job markets, figuring out the visa requirements, and relocation logistics. Janice is disheartened about all this, but TERN is here to help. Our comprehensive approach aims to streamline and simplify this seemingly daunting checklist.

1. Streamlined Migration Support: Immigration is a complex web of requirements and is the most daunting aspect of pursuing a career abroad. The complexities of immigration requirements often deter skilled professionals from seeking opportunities abroad, but TERN simplifies the whole process. We offer expert guidance on visa applications, work permits, and other necessary documentation demystifying the process for everyone.
2. Targeted Upskilling: Countries have varying requirements and standards for healthcare professionals, and we recognise that. At TERN, we have carefully studied these requirements and standards while collaborating with leading educational institutions and industry experts to offer tailored upskilling programs. These courses will not only help you qualify but also excel at the international roles you apply for.
3. Strategic Placement Services: TERN’s proprietary platform and technology deploy advanced algorithms in conjunction with human expertise to match you with roles that align with your skills, aspirations, cultural preferences, and personal goals. That's how our holistic approach to job placement makes us a full-stack platform for professionals, unlike recruitment platforms, which often treat candidates as mere résumés.
4. Comprehensive Relocation Assistance: TERN not only helps you find international jobs you deserve but also gets you settled in so you can focus on what you do best. We extend end-to-end support in the form of relocation assistance, helping you secure initial accommodation, find a home for you and your family, and get access to banking services too.

Fostering a Win-Win Scenario in the Global Healthcare Ecosystem

Our primary mission at TERN is to empower professionals so they can build global careers, and its impact reverberates throughout the worldwide healthcare ecosystem. By facilitating the migration of skilled professionals across borders, we address the acute shortages in healthcare systems worldwide.

Hospitals and healthcare facilities in areas experiencing staffing problems now can have access to a pool of highly competent, pre-screened applicants who are ready to contribute right away. In addition to meeting urgent staffing demands, this influx of diverse talent introduces healthcare teams to new viewpoints, creative approaches, and cultural diversity.

TERN’s ethical approach to recruitment is setting a new standard in the industry. Questionable practices, false promises, and ridiculously high fees have plagued this industry for long. TERN’s services are offered free of charge and are now opening doors for many talented professionals who have historically been deprived of pursuing international opportunities.

The TERN Difference: Technology with a Human Touch

What sets us apart is our human-centric and holistic approach to recruitment. In the competitive field of global recruitment, we understand that building a global career transcends mere job placement; it’s about embarking on a life-changing journey. 

Like our avian inspiration, TERN equips professionals with the right set of tools, the knowledge, and the support necessary to navigate through the complete process of migrating to a new country. Our name serves as a constant reminder of some of the most important human qualities, like resilience, determination, and adaptability, which are required to thrive in a new environment. 

We have a deep understanding of human aspiration, and we leverage the advancements in data technology, combining both to build this platform from the ground up. TERN is not just about connecting talent with opportunities; we’re here to nurture a global community of professionals who aspire to achieve and are prepared to push the boundaries of what’s possible in their careers. 

Charting a Course for the Future of Healthcare

We continue to evolve and expand our reach, aiming to make a lasting impact on the global healthcare stage. What was once viewed as a distant dream is now becoming a reality for many professionals who thrive across various roles, sectors, and industries globally. Hospitals and clinics that struggled to hire for critical roles now have easy access to a pool of talented professionals who bring new energy and expertise to their teams. 

Presented with the right support and opportunity, anyone with the aspiration and the zeal to succeed can elevate their career to new heights. And every professional who succeeds in their endeavour serves as an inspiration to others in their home country. And this is perhaps the kind of impact we at the TERN group want to make with our human-centric approach to migration.

We want to be a testament to the power of innovation, empathy, and human potential. By helping talented professionals build global careers—at no cost to them—we don’t just hope to transform individual lives; we hope to reshape the future of global recruitment. 

Like the Arctic Tern that inspired our name, TERN is guiding healthcare professionals on a remarkable journey across the globe. In doing so, we hope to create a world where talent knows no borders, where opportunities are truly global, and where the dream of an international career is within reach for all who aspire to it. 

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