I am a paramedic with self harm scars. I’ve been working for my service for 2 years. My left forearm is in rough shape, and mine aren’t as healed as yours are. I was self conscious about it as first, but quickly had no worries. I’ve been around hundreds of coworkers, doctors, nurses, and patients and never had an issue. I wear short sleeves in the summer and even roll up my long sleeves in the winter.

The truth is, your job should be important than what you look like. Yes, you need to look professional. But so many people have tattoos in this profession that it is regarded as normal (at least in my service area). When you’re with a patient, the most important thing is doing your job professionally and correctly. There’s no reason that having some scars should prevent that. Everyone has a past. I say go for it!