Much contact with other professionals, some contact with patients. Jobs are quite widely available Available in most large towns and cities. At higher grades there is some opportunity to work abroad. Lifestyle implications Professional behaviour and dress are required. Part-time work and job share is possible.
Career breaks are difficult.
Mobility is not often necessary. Relocation aids career advancement. Quite stressful at times. The vast majority of entrants have good honours degrees in Physics. One could enter with a PhD and relevant experience.