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“I was looking for a career where I could make a difference.”
More than 1.3 million people work in the NHS in 350 different careers. Many have inspiring stories to tell on why they chose an NHS career, how they did it, the best bits and challenges.
Their stories may just inspire you to take your first step to an NHS career.
![Physiotherapist smiling at camera](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/David%20Williams.jpg?itok=qFMDXEdx)
Physiotherapist
"A highlight was walking a Covid-19 survivor off the ward to a guard of honour after ten weeks in hospital."
Read David's story![Midwife looking a camera](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/manjit%202016.jpg?itok=cz70GEvN)
Associate director of nursing and midwifery
"We share a magical moment when the mother births her baby."
Read Manjit's story![Psychological wellbeing practitioner talking to colleague](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/HEE-68722.jpg?itok=uuS3mFBD)
Psychological wellbeing practitioner
"Knowing that I am making a difference to people’s lives is rewarding and inspiring."
Read Valeria's story![biomedical scientist looking an sample](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/ravind.jpg?itok=jtP_-XrM)
Biomedical scientist
"Medics often come to the lab with unusual and interesting cases which we often help them solve."
Read Ravind's story![man sitting in front of computer](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/IMG_20200117_131504%281%29.jpg?itok=jddOLaSa)
Training administrator
"Having a good knowledge of using computers helped me settle in a lot better than I thought."
Read Ken's story![GP with patient](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/GPleeds0071%281%29.jpg?itok=PVkvPqiB)
GP specialty trainee
"I developed a passion for working with people which helped guide my career choices."
Read Amritpal's story![pharmacist standing in pharmacy](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/female-pharmacist.jpg?itok=h1FQNlAn)
Pharmacist
"Some people just need a service with a smile and that makes their day."
Read Falina's story![digital trainer holding an iPad](https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/styles/50_50_spotlight/public/spotlight-image/_PTP5108.jpg?itok=SFFp3xEb)
Digital training and development manager
"I love supporting and developing staff to reach their potential."
Read Claire's storyFeeling inspired?
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