Medicine is bigger than most people realize. Whether you see yourself in the operating room, behind a research microscope, shaping public health policy, or leading a hospital, there is a place for you in this field.

This page is your starting point. Browse healthcare careers by category, from clinical roles to research, technology, policy, and beyond. Can’t find exactly what you’re looking for? That’s okay.. use it as a starting point, dig deeper on your own, and you may discover a role that fits you perfectly.

New careers are posted every few days on this blog. Each post goes in depth on a specific role — what the job actually looks like day to day, what it takes to get there, and whether it might be the right fit for you. Check back regularly so you don’t miss one that could change your decision entirely.

Have questions? If it’s about a specific career, comment on the blog post, or for anything else on your mind, you can email me at jordyn.firstrounds@gmail.com and ask away! Questions are answered on a rolling basis.

This page will continue to grow as First Rounds grows. Bookmark it, come back often, and explore without pressure. You don’t have to have it all figured out yet.. that’s exactly why we’re here!