Job Title: RAF Medical Officer – doctors who deliver a high standard of care, sometimes under challenging conditions, ensuring our personnel remain fit and medically prepared for operational roles.
Responsibilities
* Medical duties in field hospitals.
* General Practitioner duties in RAF medical centres.
* Specialist activities in NHS medical units.
* Leadership and team management from day one.
Requirements at a glance
* Fully registered with the General Medical Council.
* Sponsorship available for the final three years of study in a UK Medical School.
* Age 19 – 53 (must be under 54th birthday).
* Meet specific Nationality and Residency criteria.
* Commit to a preliminary commission of 6 years of service.
* Meet health and fitness criteria.
* Pass a fitness test.
* Complete and submit CV form prior to application.
Education Requirements
Nationality & Residency
Fitness Requirements
Health Requirements
Background Checks
Disqualifying Factors
Training and Development
* Phase One – Initial Officer Training (12 weeks, RAF Cranwell). Provides foundational skills.
* Phase Two – Specialist Training (ongoing, as assigned). Expands capability across full range of duties.
* Phase Three – General Duties Tour (ongoing development). New officers typically move jobs every 2–3 years.
* Phase Four – Career Prospects (ongoing). Structured career path mirroring civilian medical career responsibilities.
* Phase Five – Ongoing Development (ongoing). Extensive opportunities for continuous professional development throughout career.
* Phase Six – Transferable Skills (ongoing). Promotion and development opportunities similar to civilian counterparts.
Medical Sponsorship
Please view our Medical Sponsorship page. Only available to regular applicants.
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