Unit 1 Lesson 2: jobs in Healthcare Flashcards
What are healthcare jobs like in America?
Careers in health science are some of the most rewarding occupations, both personally and financially, in the United States. Healthcare jobs have higher than average pay, allow lots of room for advancement, and are in demand in every community.
With a bit of education, you can begin a career as..
an emergency medical technician, an administrative assistant , a home health aide, a lab technician, a diagnostic imaging technician, or one of many entry-level health jobs that can lead to further advancement throughout your lifetime.
What is an emergency medical technician?
helping trauma victims and safely transporting patients
What is an administrative assistant?
performing clerical work in an office
What is a home health aide?
caring for physically or emotionally ill people in their homes
What is a lab technician?
performing technical diagnostic tests in a medical laboratory
What is a diagnostic imaging technician?
creating x-ray, MRI, or sonogram medical images
Is demand high or low in areas of health science
Demand is high in many areas of health science, so the foundations you learn here can put you on a path to many different careers. Healthcare occupations are predicted to grow by 18 percent between 2016 and 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics; a much faster rate than average.
Who are allied health professionals?
allied health professionals: all the certified professionals in health care who are not doctors or dentists. Allied health professionals help diagnose or treat medical conditions, help prevent diseases, or rehabilitate patients after an illness.
If you want to work directly with patients to improve their health over time, then jobs in the ? services would be a perfect fit for your goals.
therapeutic services
What do workers in therapeutic services do?
The workers that fall under the category of therapeutic services will have hands-on contact with patients, providing life-saving and health-promoting care to people in the community every day.
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What are some examples of jobs that fall under therapeutic services?
- Medical Assistant
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Nursing Assistant
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Home Health Aide
- Massage Therapist
- Dental Hygienist
Athletic Trainer
What do workers in diagnostic services jobs do?
Diagnostic services jobs use tests and evaluations that help to diagnose, detect, or treat disease; some work directly with patients, while others work primarily with technology. Some involve imaging systems while others work with chemistry and biology.
What are some examples of jobs that fall under diagnostic​ services?
- Phlebotomist
- Radiology/Ultrasound Technician
- Nutritionist/Dietician
- Clinical Laboratory Technician
- Genetic Counselor
- Optometrist
- Cytotechnologist
- Electrocardiographic (ECG) Technician
What do workers in Biotechnology and research jobs do?
Biotechnology and research jobs involve studying diseases, finding new treatments, and inventing new medical devices. Research teams need members at all levels, so if you like to solve problems, make discoveries, and help the world, this may be an area to look at.
