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The Falkland Islands – opportunities hard to match anywhere else in the world

Dedicare is the sole provider of healthcare professionals to the Falkland Islands Government (FIG) and has had a long and proud association with the islands since 2012. We have gained extensive knowledge of working and living in the Falklands and remote and rural medical practice.

Healthcare jobs in the Falkland Islands

Contract and permanent opportunities are available to –

  • GPs
  • Anaesthetic and Surgical Consultants
  • Nurses and Midwives
  • Dentist and Dental Nurse
  • Allied Health Professionals (AHP’s)

When contemplating employment options in unfamiliar places, it’s essential to have an understanding of the local environment to ensure you make the right choice. Our familiarity with the Falkland Islands means we can provide end-to-end support and equip you with the necessary information from the moment you step foot on the island.

Support you can rely on

Our dedicated team will –

  •  Provide information on every aspect of working in the Falkland’s.
  • Book all your travel needs door to door.
  • Arrange accommodation, internet access and welcome pack.
  • Ensure you are in touch with peers already working in the hospital.
  • Advise on the local area and where to visit.
  • Provide access to a local contact and support when working on island.

About the Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands are a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government. The UK is responsible for foreign affairs, retaining the power “to protect UK interests and to ensure the overall good governance of the territory”.

The Falkland Islands Government’s responsibilities encompass all areas of public service, including those typically managed by central government; taxation; legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning; health and social services and education.

The Falkland Islands has a land mass of around 4700 square miles and are set in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the South Atlantic, about 400 miles east of the South American mainland and 8000 miles south-west of the UK. With two main islands, East and West Falkland and hundreds of small islands and islets, most of the population (around 2500 people) are based in Stanley located in East Falkland.

The British military has a garrison about 35 miles west of Stanley at Mount Pleasant, which is home to around 1200 military personnel and 400 civilians (and dependents). You will often hear Mount Pleasant referred to as MPA or MPC – Mount Pleasant Airport or Mount Pleasant Complex, which also serves as the International Airport. The rest of the population are based out in ‘Camp’ – the countryside, distributed across the rest of the Falklands, often in small settlements of one or two homes or on small islands.

The Falkland Islands are an extremely diverse and multi-national country with people going there from all over the world. Over 50 nationalities were represented in the last census and around 30 languages are spoken by residents. As a British Overseas Territory, English is the national language, but Spanish from South America also has an influence and Spanish is the most common second language spoken.

The Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, low crime, high employment, and an incredible natural environment teeming with wildlife. With miles and miles of stunning coastline, water sports are possible and the brave and hardy who take to the cold South Atlantic waters can be rewarded with fantastic surfing, interesting dive sights or close encounters with dolphins, seals and whales in crystal-clear waters.

Balancing work, family and recreation is made easier in the Falkland Islands. There are short commute times, a reasonable cost-of-living and it is a safe place for children to thrive, whilst exploring the great outdoors.

Currency in the Falklands is the Falkland Islands Pound (FKP), which has the same value as UK Pound Sterling, which is used and accepted across the islands. As a tourist destination, US Dollars and Euros are accepted by some retailers (who set their own exchange rates).

Why work with Dedicare

  •  As sole provider you will only have access to available jobs via Dedicare
  • We connect you with exceptional and unique opportunities across the world
  • Knowledge and guidance you can trust and support you can rely on
  • Opportunities which align with your lifestyle and career aspirations
  • Explore and experience different healthcare settings and models of practice

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Sonographer opportunity in the Falkland Islands

Falkland Islands 2026-10-08

Sonographer - Falkland Islands Dates: requiring cover until the end of the year. About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Sonographer to provide an efficient ultrasound service within agreed departmental protocols. Essential Requirements: HCPC registration Basic Plain...

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Consultant Obstetrician opportunity in the Falkland Islands

Falkland Islands 2026-08-27

Consultant Obstetrician - Falkland Islands Dates: 17.12.2026 - 19.01.2027 Flying 16.12.2026 to the Falklands, Flying back to the UK 19.01.2027, arriving back 20.01.2027. About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Obstetrician to provide specialist care in the Falkland Islands...

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Consultant Obstetrician opportunity in the Falkland Islands

Falkland Islands 2026-08-07

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Obstetrician to provide specialist care in the Falkland Islands for a two-week period. This unique opportunity offers the chance to deliver high-quality women’s health services in a remote and rewarding setting, working as part of a small...

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