Providing last minute specialist staffing solutions across the UK

Providing last minute specialist nursing & midwifery staffing solutions across the UK

Welcome to Obsidian Healthcare Recruitment:
Your partner in specialist healthcare staffing solutions

At Obsidian Healthcare Recruitment, we specialise in providing premium, last-port-of-call temporary staffing solutions tailored to meet your specific needs. With over 50 years of leadership experience in healthcare recruitment, we have honed our expertise and processes to consistently achieve high fill rates, particularly for specialised placements.

We understand that healthcare organisations often face unique challenges sourcing nurses who are trained in specialist departments. Our focus is on addressing these specialised requirements for both private and public healthcare facilities, ensuring that we meet even the most critical or urgent staffing needs. Whether it's filling positions in Intensive Therapy Units, Accident & Emergency departments, or other hard to fill placements, we prioritise quick response times, high-quality professionals, and effective, tailored staffing solutions.

Our premium services

Elevate your expectations with Obsidian Healthcare, where exceptional service isn't just a promise—it's our guarantee. We take pride in our unmatched quality and professionalism in meeting our client needs. Count on us for your most urgent temporary staffing needs—we deliver consistently, without exception! Here are six compelling reasons why our premium service stands out:

  • Expertise in specialist placements

    Leveraging our extensive expertise and profound knowledge in specialist healthcare placements, we excel in recruiting exceptional healthcare professionals across all specialisms, including Advanced Nurse Practitioners (ANPs), Midwives, and Pharmacists.

  • Rapid response

    We are your last port of call, providing quick and efficient solutions when no one else can.

  • Quality assurance & compliance

    Our compliance aligns with the NHS frameworks, operating within strict regulatory guidelines. We maintain high compliance and quality in candidate placements, meeting and exceeding industry standards.

  • Tailored solutions

    We offer customised staffing solutions to match your specific requirements, ensuring optimal care and support.

  • Nationwide coverage

    We provide top-notch staffing solutions across the UK, with a skilled professional network to meet your needs. Trust us for exceptional care and swift responses, even in remote areas.

  • 24/7 Services

    Our experienced consultants are available around the clock, ensuring timely assistance for all staffing needs.

Our Mission Statement

“Our mission is to provide high-quality staffing solutions that meet the critical needs of healthcare facilities while ensuring the utmost professionalism and care in every placement.”

  • At the heart of our healthcare staffing agency lies a profound commitment to excellence. Our mission statement encapsulates the very essence of our purpose and the impact we strive to make:

    • High-Quality Staffing Solutions: We recognise that healthcare facilities across the UK face immense challenges in securing the right personnel promptly. Our mission is to bridge this gap by offering staffing solutions that go beyond mere adequacy. We meticulously vet and match skilled professionals to critical roles, ensuring seamless operations within healthcare institutions.

    • Meeting Critical Needs: The urgency of healthcare demands cannot be overstated. Lives hang in the balance, and every vacant position affects patient care. Our mission drives us to respond swiftly, providing healthcare facilities with the personnel they urgently require. Whether it’s a sudden surge in patient admissions or unexpected staff shortages, we stand ready to meet these critical needs across the UK.

    • Professionalism & Care: Our commitment extends beyond competence alone. We understand that healthcare is deeply personal—a delicate dance of expertise and compassion. Our mission emphasises professionalism, ensuring that every placement embodies the highest standards. But it doesn’t stop there. We infuse care into every interaction, recognising that our professionals impact lives directly. Whether it’s a nurse at a bedside or an administrative staff member handling appointments, their demeanour matters profoundly.

    • Upholding Trust: Trust is the bedrock of our relationships. Healthcare facilities rely on us to deliver, and patients trust us indirectly through the professionals we place. Our mission is to honour that trust consistently. We communicate transparently, act ethically, and uphold the reputation we’ve built over years. When a facility turns to us, they know they’re not just getting a warm body—they’re receiving a committed partner.

Our Vision Statement

“Our vision is to emerge as the foremost trusted and effective staffing provider, addressing urgent staffing requirements across all healthcare domains within the United Kingdom. We steadfastly uphold the highest standards of professionalism in our service delivery and the quality of our workforce.”

  • The statement provided is indeed a vision statement. It outlines our aspirational goals and the direction we aim to move toward.

    While we may already be working in alignment with some aspects of this vision, it serves as a reminder of our overarching purpose and the standards we strive to uphold.

    If there are specific areas where we can enhance our practices, we’ll continue to evolve and improve to meet our vision.

Discover more about our services

  • General nurses

    Obsidian Healthcare supplies qualified professionals to the NHS and private hospitals in both community and acute care settings across the UK. Our skilled candidates are available at short notice, ensuring that healthcare facilities maintain high standards of care. We pride ourselves on delivering last-minute staffing solutions for urgent client needs throughout the UK.

  • Specialised nurses

    Obsidian Healthcare specialises in sourcing skilled Specialist Nurses and Midwives for clients with unique staffing needs across the UK. We provide last-minute temporary staffing solutions to both NHS and private healthcare facilities. Whether in critical care, neonatal units, or other specialised settings, our candidates possess the expertise to meet specific requirements. We prioritise quality care and aim to exceed client expectations by matching them with reliable healthcare professionals.

  • Theatre staff

    Obsidian Healthcare provides high-quality theatre staff to the NHS and private hospitals across the UK. Our team of theatre professionals is available for last-minute placements, ensuring clients have access to skilled professionals when needed. We understand the importance of theatre operations and deliver reliable, experienced staff who uphold the highest care standards. With Obsidian Healthcare, clients can trust that their staffing needs will be met promptly, allowing them to focus on exceptional patient care.

  • Mental health & learning disability

    Our specialist nurses and support workers in the UK provide high-quality care for those with complex mental health conditions and learning disabilities. They possess the necessary skills to enhance lives, offering compassionate, tailored support to help individuals achieve independence. Their crucial role promotes holistic well-being in a safe environment. Partnering with us grants access to committed professionals dedicated to making a positive impact on these individuals' lives, ensuring they receive the care and support required to thrive in their communities.

  • Pharmacists

    At Obsidian Healthcare, we pride ourselves on sourcing skilled pharmacists for our clients' specialised staffing needs across the UK. Our agency excels in prompt temporary staffing across various healthcare settings, including both hospital and community pharmacies. We ensure our candidates possess the expertise necessary to meet specific requirements. We prioritise quality care and consistently strive to exceed client expectations by delivering skilled, dependable pharmaceutical professionals in a timely manner.

  • Allied health professionals

    Obsidian Healthcare specialises in sourcing skilled Allied Health Professionals for unique staffing needs throughout the UK. We offer last-minute temporary staffing solutions across a diverse range of locations. Whether your requirements are in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or dietetics, our candidates possess the necessary expertise to fulfil these roles. Our commitment to quality care drives us to exceed client expectations by ensuring a precise match with reliable healthcare professionals.

  • Doctors

    Our specialist doctors at Obsidian Healthcare are highly trained professionals adept in various medical specialties, catering specifically to the needs of healthcare facilities across Ireland. From consultants to registrars, they provide exceptional care in diverse healthcare settings from hospitals to clinics. Dedicated to top-quality service, they manage challenging situations with expertise and confidence. Our rigorous recruitment process ensures that only the best specialists join our team, guaranteeing high standards of care tailored to the Irish healthcare system. Trust our expert doctors for your healthcare staffing needs in Ireland.

  • Care & nursing homes

    Obsidian Healthcare provides high-quality clinical staff for Care and Nursing Homes across the UK. Our vetted professionals possess the skills and experience necessary to deliver exceptional resident care. Partnering with us grants Care and Nursing Homes access to reliable staff at short notice, ensuring seamless operations and maintaining high care standards. Our commitment guarantees that only the best candidates contribute to enhancing care quality.

Need a healthcare professional?

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Contact us if you need to request a healthcare professional, discuss your specific needs, or gain insight into our extensive range of services.