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Introducing Your Med Future

If you're looking for a career that's both meaningful and focused, medicine delivers! Your Med Future is a dynamic new resource designed to support people from all backgrounds in exploring a future career in medicine.

Ready to take the first step on your path to becoming a doctor? Check out Your Med Future now!

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Your route to an NHS career

Become an apprentice

Find out how an apprenticeship can help you reach your career goal.

Return to practice

Find out how you can return to your career in healthcare.

International recruitment

Ready to bring your healthcare career to Scotland? We have all the information and support you need!

Armed Forces Talent Programme

We'll help you find career opportunities in NHSScotland.

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Work with us

Whoever you are, whatever your skills, you can make a difference. Find out more about working in the NHS.

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Help with recruitment

We'll guide you through the recruitment process, from applying online to interview preparation.

Looking for more career inspiration?

Discover the range of opportunities and get inspired to choose a career in the NHS. Learn about careers that make a difference and the skills we're looking for. Download our free career guide today!

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Latest blog posts

Perioperative nursing: A career guide

Ever wondered what happens behind the operating theatre swing doors? A senior NHS Scotland nurse reveals the exciting roles and skills you need for a rewarding career in perioperative nursing.

Why I became a nursing support worker

Hello, I'm Elizabeth, and I've been with NHS Scotland for over 20 years. My career journey has had its fair share of challenges, but it's the rewarding moments that really shine.

A paramedic's guide to starting your career

Ever wondered what it's really like to be a paramedic? Callum, from the Scottish Ambulance Service, shares his expert guide to the qualifications, skills, and realities of the job.

Where creativity and psychotherapy meet

What happens when talking isn’t enough? We go behind the scenes with Kate, an art psychotherapist, to explore how creativity can be a powerful tool for healing.