Tax Guides for Healthcare Professionals
Tax guides for NHS and private healthcare workers — nurses, doctors, dentists, pharmacists, paramedics, and veterinarians.
Salary & Tax Comparison (2026-27)
| Profession | Typical Salary | Income Tax | NI | Take-Home | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors | £75,000 | £17,432 | £3,511 | £54,057 | 23.2% |
| Dentists | £68,000 | £14,632 | £3,371 | £49,997 | 21.5% |
| Pharmacists | £46,000 | £6,686 | £2,674 | £36,640 | 14.5% |
| Veterinarians | £38,000 | £5,086 | £2,034 | £30,880 | 13.4% |
| Nurses | £36,000 | £4,686 | £1,874 | £29,440 | 13.0% |
| Paramedics | £36,000 | £4,686 | £1,874 | £29,440 | 13.0% |
England/Wales/NI rates. Employed, no pension or student loan. Sorted by salary (highest first).
Individual Tax Guides
Doctors
£75,000UK tax guide for doctors. Understand income tax bands, National Insurance, and HMRC-approved deductions for NHS and private medical practitioners.
Dentists
£68,000UK tax guide for dentists. Learn about income tax, National Insurance, and HMRC deductions for NHS and private dental practitioners.
Pharmacists
£46,000UK tax guide for pharmacists. Understand income tax, National Insurance, and HMRC deductions including GPhC registration for pharmacy professionals.
Veterinarians
£38,000UK tax guide for veterinarians. Income tax, National Insurance, and HMRC-approved deductions for veterinary professionals.
Nurses
£36,000UK tax guide for NHS and private nurses. Learn about income tax, National Insurance, and HMRC flat rate expenses available to nursing professionals.
Paramedics
£36,000UK tax guide for paramedics. Income tax, National Insurance, and HMRC-approved deductions for ambulance and emergency medical staff.
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Related Calculators
- Income Tax Calculator — Full breakdown by band.
- Take-Home Pay Calculator — Net pay after all deductions.
- England vs Scotland Tax — Regional tax comparison.
Last updated March 2026. Reflects 2026-27 tax rates. Typical salaries based on UK median data.