Great Careers in Health Care

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Why are health jobs so hot?

• 10,000 Americans turn age 65 every day

• More people with more than one chronic illness requiring maintenance, especially in older people

• Good salaries and benefits at all levels of education

• It’s one industry adding jobs

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Jobs in Health Care

Radiologic Technologist/ Technician

What does a “Rad Tech” do?

Mostly, a radiographer takes X-rays of patients. This includes preparing the patient for the process and developing the X-ray film.

A CT (computerized tomography) technologist uses a scanner to produce viewable cross-sections of the body. Tomography is imaging by sections.

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) technologists are also radiographers, but they use magnets and radio waves to produce images, not radiation.

Pharmacist

What does a “Pharmacist” do?

You are responsible for filling patient’s prescriptions with the correct medicines.You tell them about the medicines and how to use them.

You also work with doctors on choosing the right medicines, making sure they will work with other medications taken by the patient and explaining side effects.

To obtain a license, pharmacist generally must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from a college of pharmacy and pass several examinations.

Dentist, General

What does a “Dentist” do?

You look at a patient’s teeth and gums to find disease, treat injuries and diseases of the mouth and teeth that may affect the patient’s overall health.

You will perform dental procedures. You can administer anesthetics to minimize the amount of pain.

A bachelor’s degree is recommended for dental school admission. The Dental Admissions Test (DAT) is required for admission. Students will engage in four years of academic and clinical work at an accredited dental school. A doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or dental medicine (DMD) degree will be awarded upon graduation.

Dental Assistants

What does a “Dental Assistant” do?

You may help people by cleaning people's teeth and checking them for any sign of disease.

You may educate patients on brushing and flossing, develop X-rays or help treat diseases of the mouth.

You will assist the dentist and keep patient records, set up the patient and the dental equipment.

On-the-job training is a popular method to acquire dental assistant skills. Community colleges, vocational schools, technical institutes or universities also offer training programs.

Executive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

What does an “Executive Secretary” do?

You provide administrative assistance to high-level executives.

You may conduct research, prepare reports or handle request for information.

You may arrange calls and schedule meetings.

You may train or supervise lower-level clerical staff.

Physicians, Surgeons and Optometrist

What does a “Physician” do?

You practice the ancient profession of medicine to help patients keep and restore their health.

You study the science of medicine to diagnose and treat patients.

You may perform surgery on patients by cutting into their bodies.

Health Information Management

Health Information Manager

Medical Librarian

Health Information Technician

What do you do?

•Ensure patient medical records are kept accurately and secure•Provide access to medical and health-related information•Handle patient records

Human Resources

Employment Specialist

Human Resource Specialist

Human Resource Coordinators

Training and Development Specialist

What do you do?

•Interview candidates for open positions•Recruit and place workers•Conduct and supervise training and development programs

Nursing

Home Health Aides

Certified Nursing Assistants

Licensed Practical Nurses

What do you do?

•Provide care for sick, injured or disabled people.•Help people recover from sickness or injury.•Teach patients how to be healthy.•Assess patient’s health problems.

Registered Nurses

Food Service

What do you do?•Make sure equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas are clean and functional.•Cook and serve food to patients, employees or visitors.•Make sure employees are complying with health and fire regulations.

Cooks

Food Service Managers

Managers of Food Preparations

So Many More……

Athletic Trainer

Occupational Therapist

Licensed Practical Nurses

Surgical Technologist

Physical Therapist

Phlebotomist

Social Worker

Physician Assistant

Medical Laboratory Technicians

Make It Happen!

Choose the Right Path

• Where do you live or want to live?– Shortages of health care workers

especially in rural areas

• How much do you want to make?– A Job for Me

• How long do you want to go to school?

Choose the Right School

• College/University– bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, PhD

• Community College/Junior College– associate degree, certification programs

• Technical/Vocational College– associate degree, certification programs

• Online College– associate degree, bachelor’s degree

Choose the Right Degree• Certification Program

• Associates degree

• Bachelor’s degree

• Master’s degree

• Doctorate

Diagnose Your Future

• These jobs – and SO many more – are available in health care.

• Visit our website and take a fun career quiz

• By choosing a career in health care you are making a daily difference in the lives of patients and their families.

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