Explore by career
You can find out about some of the careers in the NHS in the ten areas listed below.
Allied Health Professionals
Work closely with patients, often on a one-to-one basis providing treatment
and helping with rehabilitation.
Ambulance
May be part of an emergency response crew, handle 999 calls in a control room, or provide vital non-emergency transport for patients.
Dental
Diagnose and provide treatment for a range of problems affecting the mouth,
teeth and gums
Doctors
Diagnose, care and treat illnesses, infections, diseases and the well-being
of people
Healthcare Science
Scientists and technicians help to prevent, diagnose and treat illness using
scientific knowledge and technical skills.
Health Informatics
Manage information and communications technology to support the running of
the NHS
Management
Contribute to the planning, the quality and quantity of future patient care.
Midwifery
Provide care, advice and planning for women and their families during and
after pregnancy
Nursing
Provide care for patients supporting treatment, recovery and promoting good health.
Wider Healthcare Team
Members of our wider healthcare team design, construct and maintain NHS buildings, run the catering, supply the linen, clean the wards, book the appointments and much more.
