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Latest post on 21 April 2015 - 04:49
Got your email Kathy if you want to remove it now.
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Latest post on 20 April 2015 - 19:30
Got the e-mail from Sidra this morning that things, are in fact, on hold. :cry: <em>edited by abby86 on 20/04/2015</em>
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Latest post on 16 April 2015 - 03:15
I would say "go for it"!! Life in the now and do what makes you happy. I do think there is quite some time before we see Qatar and if the call comes, then they certainly would not expect you to drop everything and run. I am sure they would allow some time for you to organize everything to get there, including clueing up the job you are in.
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Latest post on 10 April 2015 - 15:23
Have you been able to see anything on the MOI site? And yes the waiting is awful...
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Latest post on 07 April 2015 - 19:19
What RT Site are you referring to? Nothing new on the portal. Yes I saw that article...
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Latest post on 07 April 2015 - 18:44
was wondering if you had any news Kathy
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Latest post on 07 April 2015 - 17:58
Received and accepted my offer in Oct 2014, still waiting to relocate.
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Latest post on 05 April 2015 - 02:28
what did u see on the MOI site? Did it say your visa was "being processed"? Although I am not at that stage, I have looked, but it says "Visa not found". Just curious as to what someone being processed would find.
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Latest post on 04 April 2015 - 19:39
Any news on the visa RRTNICU? Did u know that you can check on your status on the Ministry of the Interior (MOI-Qatar) website? Under e-servies and then small small above the "box" choices, "visas and enquires", takes you to another page...visa approval or tracking (or something similar) One asks for application date, but another choice will allow you to search by nationality and passport #. Hopefully some news soon...for both of us!
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Latest post on 29 March 2015 - 15:03
I did not need the exam
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Latest post on 29 March 2015 - 02:59
RRT
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Latest post on 28 March 2015 - 15:19
I have been waiting for a license since Nov/2014 :(
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Latest post on 27 March 2015 - 16:41
Hi RRT I had also been told about working a few days a week at Hamad, as well as working on getting things ready for our own dept.
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Latest post on 23 March 2015 - 03:38
I only had one interview, but I have heard of some others having 2, but I believe every case is different. There are a number of forms to be filled out prior to an interview, including disclosing your income, but the request for income verification is at their discretion. I was not required to provide it. <em>edited by abby86 on 23/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 22 March 2015 - 20:02
H Wonder, Movement on your status is always good, but the process is very very slow. I applied last April, and am a year later still waiting for paperwork to be finalized for a relocation.
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Latest post on 22 March 2015 - 20:00
No Kathy, it wasn't an RRT and it was back in Oct.
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Latest post on 21 March 2015 - 02:05
Yes Kathy it appears as though going through a recruiter was the way to go. I know of someone else, start to finish ...8 weeks waiting including a visa. Hopefully soon for us too!!
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Latest post on 20 March 2015 - 16:17
That is fabulous, 2 months...wow! As you know, my wait has been relentless, so some news soon would be great !! Not sure how the process works as my contract was signed 5 months ago and I am still waiting and you signed just 2 months ago and already have a license. Nice to see things are moving though...
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Latest post on 19 March 2015 - 00:52
Wow!!! Congrats...this is awesome news! When did u hear? And do you recall when your paperwork was submitted to SCH....from your previous posts, I don't think it was very long ago? I am soo hoping to hear soon, it's been a very long 4 months, and I am starting to wonder if there is an issue with my file... edited by abby86 on 19/03/2015 <em>edited by abby86 on 19/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 16 March 2015 - 05:46
Not over where I am...another storm coming our way overnight! I am so done with shoveling snow, time to shovel some sand!
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Latest post on 15 March 2015 - 18:26
Anyone have any experience using the new portal for correspondence? It says it is a dedicated system for prompt replies, yet I have been waiting over a week for an answer to a query. I assumed it was up and running already but maybe not.
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Latest post on 14 March 2015 - 00:37
Reimbursement only after you actually get there
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Latest post on 12 March 2015 - 22:47
Hi Kathy My police clearance will be expired soon too, and when I asked about getting a new one (wanting to get started on that asap since it takes a while) I was told I that I would need one, but to not proceed until they have my visa approved. My advice to you is to also wait on any time sensitive papers, so that you do not run the risk of having them expire again before you need them. I do not plan to do anything else until I am instructed, including uploading anything to the portal.
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Latest post on 09 March 2015 - 18:42
Hi Kathy, I did not use a recruiter, and am dealing with HR directy so I also receieved this e-mail on Saturday. I was also impressed, but not impressed that I may have to upload and resend everything AGAIN. Especially when I am so far into the process now...or at least think so anyway. I believe that there is also some bigger issues with the scope of practice for RT's right now and maybe slowing things down. Sometimes seems like it will never happen :(
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Latest post on 08 March 2015 - 20:21
I believe that things may be moving along...I was invited to start using the online portal for onboarding hires, which allows me to track my progress right up to the point of arrival in Doha. Hopefully this means something good!! <em>edited by abby86 on 08/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 06 March 2015 - 17:06
Anyone hear any news this week? Nothing here :( RRTNICU: were you told something by your recruiter about the scope of practice being rewritten? I believe that may still be an issue....maybe you could check with them again??
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Latest post on 01 March 2015 - 21:00
We WILL get there!!! ;) <em>edited by abby86 on 01/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 01 March 2015 - 20:50
The site showed that my verification report for all credentials was completed Dec 17. At first I was very excited to see this, but I have since discovered that this report is produced by a 3rd party for the SCH. It's part of the process but it is not until this report is complete that the evaluation for a license begins. Verification and License are listed as two separate processes, after which comes the visa process. In all, a very long wait.....and hopefully worth it in the end!
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Latest post on 28 February 2015 - 19:56
I believe the opening will be longer than that, maybe a year or more, so the wait yet might still be significant, and as such some relocations have been halted. I was told my position was still in fact a go and all they are waiting on is the liscence and visa, just when that happens is the big question. But at this point, nothing would surprize me. Patience is a virtue, almost a test to see how badly you want to go! You can also search qatar council of health professionals and search to see if you're listed in the licensed registry. Sadly, I am not there yet! And on the main page of the SCH website, if you look around for the links to primary source verification, you can check the status of your data flow check. edited by abby86 on 28/02/2015 edited by abby86 on 01/03/2015 <em>edited by abby86 on 01/03/2015</em>
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Latest post on 20 February 2015 - 20:37
hey seahorse, Are you still waiting? Have a date yet?
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Latest post on 12 February 2015 - 13:43
Hi Kathy Thanks for the reply. I submitted ALL of my documents (including everything needed for the visa) long before Christmas, so there is nothing that they are waiting on from my end. I was also told that I would be notified once a license is approved and before they submit for a visa, but nothing yet. A visa may take another 3-4 weeks or even longer. I am hoping it's all being taken care of behind the scenes and one day a visa will magically appear!! <em>edited by abby86 on 12/02/2015</em>
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Latest post on 12 February 2015 - 01:09
Yes quite a long time....with no end in site. When they say nothing is for certain until the visa is in hand...believe it!
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Latest post on 11 February 2015 - 00:01
RRT: was that from your recruiter or the employer? I was under the same impression, but 12 weeks later....still waiting, so keep that in mind as you plan. edited by abby86 on 11/02/2015 <em>edited by abby86 on 11/02/2015</em>
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Latest post on 10 February 2015 - 02:24
RRTNICU.....have you been told exactly where u are in the process? Has your application been submitted for a license? I have been told that there is quite a back log with processing.
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Latest post on 29 January 2015 - 17:58
Is anyone else here at the point of having everything submitted and just wating for licence and visa? Seems like FOREVER and the wait is becoming so incredibly difficult. :(
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Latest post on 19 January 2015 - 03:34
Not sure if the ILS requirement only applies to nurses. I have my CPR (BCLS) as well as Pediatric advanced AND Neonatal advanced courses. My understanding is that they only require the BCLS. Haven't heard anything to the contrary....yet
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Latest post on 17 January 2015 - 17:16
Yes and that's just for the registration, application for visa not even submitted yet. Once it's out of Sidra's hands its at the mercy of the Government for approval, and timelines given are only estimates.
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Latest post on 16 January 2015 - 14:44
All my paperwork was submitted for lisencing approval more than 3 months ago, and I am still waiting. It is only after that approval that a visa application can even be submitted which can take another 2-6 weeks or longer. It is quite the process for sure!
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Latest post on 29 December 2014 - 17:31
Hi Sparks, I am not a nurse, but have also been waiting for my registration for more than 2months nows. I recently contacted HR to see if there was any issue, but none as far as they knew but were checking into the delay. I will keep you posted. Hopefully we both hear some good news soon!!
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Latest post on 30 November 2014 - 22:54
I know of someone moving in a few weeks. She has her ticket and date. Apparently they move people on Sunday, and work starts on Wed. This allows for a rest upon arrival and a short first workweek. Have known a few on here that have gone, but nothing from them since.
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Latest post on 30 November 2014 - 17:17
Yes I believe that's right, it's the licence that takes the longest. I actually just had an update that they are still waiting for the approval and once that comes the visa should be very quick. Thanks for your reply.
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Latest post on 29 November 2014 - 17:53
@Seahorse77 I am still waiting it has been forever Have you completed your paperwork? I am waiting for my diploma to be authenticated and then I'm all set for a date. I was told it doesn't take long at all to get the entry visa. My target date is sometime in January, but I don't have a date. Just wondering if your profession requires a licence and if so how long that took? You say you;re waiting for your diploma to be authenticated, but do you already have your visa or was this a requirement for a visa? I have submitted all of my paper for a license and have been waiting now about a month. I have been told that once that is approved, then they apply for a visa and I can choose a relocation date. I too am aiming for mid January. Thanks
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Latest post on 08 November 2014 - 02:04
EmNZ, you're not alone, it's a global issue!! Thanks RRTNICU Will have a look through it today. Where in the US are you based? It is comforting knowing that everyone else around the world is having these same struggles with HR not just our little contingent down here in NZ. <em>edited by abby86 on 08/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 07 November 2014 - 03:22
Hi Pam, How exciting to only be a few days away from flying out!! It certainly has been a long road for you for sure. Best of luck with it all and please try and stay in touch...I'll be very interested in hearing about your experience of actually getting there and starting work. Safe travels!
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Latest post on 06 November 2014 - 17:24
Hi Ladies, I thought I'd share my experiences so far. This process is VERY long, and yes patience is required at every step of the way. I applied for this job in May, was interviewed in June and did not hear anything else until mid August when they told me I was successful. It then took several more weeks (maybe months) until I received an offer. After some negotiation, and more waiting, we came to an agreement and I accepted. It was then another 1-2 weeks (?sometime in Sept) until I received the list of what else was required, which I have finally completed. Involved requesting documents and then sending to foreign affairs/embassy for authentication (another lengthy process). Now it's the long wait for the visa to be processed, possibly another 6-8 weeks. So I would suggest to plan "as if" without doing anything official like selling a house or resigning until you get to the final stage of having your visa approved....and believe me there are PLENTY of hoops to jump through to get to that point. I am not there yet, but I believe once it is approved, they ask you when you are able to relocate, and are flexible if you need several weeks to organize your affairs. As for the hospital not being open, they are bringing people over now for the startup and planning that needs to be done, and I am in one of those positions. My manager has actually been there since earlier this year. As for staff positions, I am not sure if there will be actual work until the opening, something to ask about in the interview. Bottom line.....patience is a HUGE part of the process and things seem to happen at a snail's pace, but they do happen. <em>edited by abby86 on 06/11/2014</em>
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Latest post on 25 October 2014 - 01:07
Hello ladies. I received an invitation for screening test for the administrative assistant post 2 days back. My interview is on 29th of this month.. It's my 1st interview & I am really worried sick about that. does anyone know what kind of questions they may ask? Just try and relax, and be yourself!! If you've gotten this far...they're already impressed and the interview is to get to know you better and to see if you're a good fit for the organization. Without getting into anything specific, you can be assured of a questions like "why Sidra?" and how you will deal with the differences in culture (especially if you are coming from a western country). General interview questions.... tell us about yourself, example of conflict and how you handle, how well you work in a group...etc, and more specific questions related to your profession. Good Luck!! <em>edited by abby86 on 25/10/2014</em>
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Latest post on 14 October 2014 - 18:54
ZuZu....wondering if you made it?? Excited to hear how you like it!!
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Latest post on 04 October 2014 - 01:59
Just curious if you have been made an offer and if the accommodations they mentioned allow dogs. I have a dog, but didn't even consider taking her. How receptive were that to that?
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Latest post on 03 October 2014 - 05:14
Well the paperwork is off to Ottawa in the morning...another step closer!! My process has been quite long and now with the EID holiday slowing things down again, I am trying to be proactive and get the paperwork ready for when the ask. CHEERS!
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Latest post on 03 October 2014 - 05:04
Great info...thanks for sharing!! The DFAIT website said "if an original was required then it had to come from the RCMP headquarters in Ottawa", so from that, I read that it was the only type of "original" they would accept. But I called them and was told that they will accept others as long as they were notorized. I then spoke to a very helpful person at the embassy who said as long as it was stamped by DFAIT, they would attest it. So I think I am safe to send off what I have. Thanks again. Abby
 
 
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