Realise your clinical potential

As a highly skilled SAS doctor in the NHS, you'll be encouraged and supported to fully realise your clinical potential. Choosing to work as a SAS doctor in Scotland can provide you with a flexible and fulfilling career path.

What you’ll need to work as a SAS doctor

To work as a SAS doctor in NHSScotland, you must have the following: 

• At least 4 years of full-time postgraduate training, or equivalent. A relevant specialty programme should account for at least 2 years of your training. Alternatively, you’ll need equivalent experience in your chosen specialty. 
• A full registration to practice with the General Medical Council. 

Many people choose to become a SAS doctor as an alternative to a career as a consultant or general practitioner.

View guidance for SAS doctors on the Scotland Deanery website.

Applying for SAS doctor opportunities

You can apply for SAS doctor vacancies on our recruitment website.