Great Western Hospitals

Careers

Whatever your qualifications, the NHS offers a wide variety of opportunities at all levels: You can find detailed information about the types of careers available by visiting the NHS Careers website or the Step into the NHS website.

Below is a brief summary of some of the key career areas:

• Allied Health Professionals: work closely with patients, often on a one-to-one basis providing treatment and helping with rehabilitation.
   
• Dental: diagnose and provide treatment for a range of problems affecting the mouth, teeth and gums. Visit the British Association of Dental Nurses website to find out more.
   
• Doctors: diagnose symptoms and recommend treatment for patients. Visit the General Medical Council to find out more about a career in medicine.
   
• 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. Visit the Nursing and Midwifery Council to find out more about a career in midwifery.
   
• Nursing: provide care for patients supporting treatment, recovery and promoting good health. Visit the Nursing and Midwifery Council to find out more about a career in nursing.
   
• Wider healthcare team: members of our wider healthcare team design, construct and maintain buildings, run catering, supply linen, clean wards, book appointments and much more.