Lesson 3: Emergency, Dental, and Other Technician Word List Flashcards
Emergency medical technician (EMT)
a medical professional who responds to emergency calls in ambulances, performs medical services, and takes patients to hospitals and medical facilities
EMT certification
a state certification for the ability to provide basic emergency care and transportation for critical patients, as well as the ability to use life support equipment and skills
AEMT (Advanced Emergency Medical Technician) certification
a state certification for the ability to conduct interventions on critical patients and to use life support equipment and skills
Paramedic certification
the highest level of state certification for an emergency medical technician certifying the ability to perform advanced life support skills in addition to interventions and life support equipment and skills
dental hygienist (DH)
a medical professional who examines and cleans the teeth and mouth, performs preventive treatments, and educates patients about oral health under the supervision of a licensed dentist; can also be called a licensed dental hygienist (LDH) or a registered dental hygienist (RDH)
dental assistant (DA)/certified dental assistant (CDA)
a medical professional who prepares dental tools and materials, assists hygienists and dentists, and sometimes works as a receptionist
biomedical equipment technician (BMET)
a medical professional who maintains and operates medical equipment, such as ultrasound, CAT scan, and dialysis machines