Introduction to Health Careers (PDF)

Introduction to Health Careers Unit 3 Navigating the Frontiers of Healthcare Projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that healthcare jobs are expected to increase by 16% from 2022 through 2032. This means that the industry will add abou...

Introduction to Health Careers Unit 3 Navigating the Frontiers of Healthcare Projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that healthcare jobs are expected to increase by 16% from 2022 through 2032. This means that the industry will add about 1.8 million new healthcare jobs. Educational, certification, and licensure requirements vary from state to state Basic prep includes: science, social studies, English, math, general technology skills (typing, computer literacy) Healthcare All patient focused careers Careers relate to diagnosing, treating, or preventing disease and disorders of the human body. But there are opportunities for all interests. Employment venues: private practices, clinics, hospitals, public health agencies, research facilities,  Terms Relating to Education/Training Secondary Post Secondary Any education or training after High School Education high school HOE Associates Degree Programs that can prepare a student for Awarded by a vocational school or a immediate employment in many health community college after completion of a careers or for additional education after two-year study program high school (post-secondary)  Terms Relating to Education/Training Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree Awarded by a college or Awarded by a college or university that usually takes university after completion of four years of study within a one or more years of post- particular curriculum/major bachelors study Doctoral Degree Awarded by a college or university CREDITS after completion of two or more VS. years beyond a bachelor’s or HOURS? master’s degree Terms Relating to Education/Training Professional Technologist 4+ yrs. of college: 4 yrs. of college + work (possibly medical school) bachelor’s & maybe bachelor’s, master’s or master’s degree doctoral degree Technician Aide or Assistant 2 yr. associate’s degree 1 + yrs. of training combining may require on-the-job classroom training as well &/or on-the-job-training  CERTIFICATION: A designation earned by a person, product, or process; indicates an individual has Beyond Degrees: Certification, specific knowledge and skills, or abilities in the view of the certifying body. Example: CNA REGISTRATION: A listing of Registration, and medical professionals who have the education, experience, and commitment required by a Licensure professional registrar. Example: RN LICENSURE: The process where a government agency authorizes individuals to work in given occupations. Example: LPN Learning never ends!!! Continuing Education Units (CEU) Required to renew licenses and/or maintain certification or registration. The number of hours varies by profession and state.  MEDICAL CAREERS PHYSICIANS Examine patients, obtain medical histories, order tests, make diagnoses, perform surgeries, treat disease/disorders, and teach preventative health. Several classifications: Doctor of Medicine (MD) Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) Doctor of Optometry (OD)  MEDICAL CAREERS Doctor of Medicine Doctor of Osteopathic (M.D.)and prevents Diagnoses, treats, Medicine (D.O.) Licensed to practice the full scope of diseases or disorders medicine - prescribe medications, Awarded upon completion of medical perform surgery, and use osteopathic school in the U.S. and many other manipulative medicine (OMM) as a tool to countries, diagnose and treat patients. Doctor of Optometry Doctor of Podiatric (OD) Medicine (DPM) Examines, diagnoses, and Diagnoses, treats and prevents treats disorders/diseases of the diseases and disorders of the eyes; specializes in contacts and glasses feet or of the leg, below the knee  Doctor vs. Medical Doctor Optometrist Ophthalmologist Examine, diagnose and treat Medical doctors who patients eyes. Specialize in perform medical and surgical treatments for prescribing glasses and eye conditions contacts Psychologist Psychiatrist Trained to diagnose and treat mental Medical doctors who can diagnose and treat health disorders through various forms of mental health disorders through a combination of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, and other medical therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, and interventions. dialectical behavior therapy.  Terms Relating to Medical School Intern A first year RESIDENT. Usually Resident Undertaken immediately after A medical school graduate in training. graduation from medical school. Does Can range from three to seven years, not require completing a residency depending on the specialty. program but completion of the medical degree and passing the licensure exams are a requirement. Fellow A physician training after. An advanced program that Attending focuses on in-depth training in A licensed physician who can a particular subspecialty of practice without supervision medicine and can last and oversee interns, residents, anywhere from one to three and fellows in their field. years. residency for  MEDICAL CAREERS Anesthesiologist Cardiologist Dermatologist MedPage Today Article: Medical Specialties Endocrinologist Family Physician Gastroenterologist Gerontologist Gynecologist Internist Neurologist Obstetrician Oncologist  MEDICAL CAREERS Orthopedics Otolaryngologist Pathologist Pediatrician Physiatrist Plastic Surgeon Psychiatrist Radiologist Sports Medicine Physician Surgeon Thoracic Surgeon Urologist https://www.abms.org/member-boards/  Physician Extenders Works under the supervision of physicians, takes medical histories, performs routine Physician’s physical examinations and basic diagnostic tests, takes vitals, completes medical Assistant history, treats minor injuries; prescribes and administers (PA) N treatments/pharmaceuticals Physician Assistants : Occupati onal Outlook Handbook Follows a disease centered model  Physician Extenders Works under the supervision of a licensed physician; has extensive training in Nurse evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of medical Practitione conditions; ability to prescribe medication, order tests, r (CRNP) What's a Nurse Practition educate patients. N er (NP)? Follows a patient-centered nursing model  CAREERS IN NURSING Nurse Assistant or Licensed Practical Aide Help care for injured, sick, Nurse (LPN) Provide basic medical attention to patients elderly, or disabled individuals in and assess wellbeing as part of a larger hospitals, nursing homes, or medical team. Duties include vital signs, residential care facilities; recording medical history and assisting with activities of daily living hygiene.. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (RN) Certified registeredNurse nurse anesthetist (CRNA) Work closely with physicians to assess and monitor Certified nurse-midwife (CNM) patient needs, ensure treatment and care are Clinical nurse specialist (CNS) conducted according to the facility’s procedures, Certified nurse practitioner (NP) administer medications, and perform other related https://nurse.org/articles/cns-vs-cnp-which-career-path-is-right-for-you/ tasks Dental Careers Dental workers focus on the health of the teeth and the soft tissues of the mouth. Care directed towards preventing dental disease; repairing or replacing diseased or damaged teeth, and treating the gums and supporting structure of the Specialty Areas in Dentistry Endodontics – treatment of diseases of the pulp, nerves, blood vessels, and roots of teeth, root canals Orthodontics – alignment or straightening of the teeth Oral surgery – surgery of the teeth, mouth, and jaw Dental Hygiene Pedodontics – dental treatment of Programs children American Dental Association Periodontics – treatment and prevention of disease of gums, bone, and structures Prosthodontics – replacement of natural  Careers in Dentistry Dentist (DMD or DDS) Dental Hygienists Doctors who examine teeth and mouth Work under the supervision of a dentist; tissues to diagnose and tx disease and perform exams of teeth, remove stains, abnormalities; perform surgery on and deposits on teeth teeth, gums, and tissues; and work to prevent dental disease Dental Laboratory Dental Assistants Technicians (DA) Make and repair a variety of Prep patients for exams, pass dental prostheses (dentures, instruments, take X-rays, crowns, bridges) sterilize station and tools  Therapeutic Services -Change over Time Health Science Diagnostic Services -Uses tests to diagnose and Career Clusters treat Health Informatics This Career Cluster is focused -Data, financial and digital on planning, managing, and support providing therapeutic services, Support Services -Environmental support diagnostic services, health Biotechnology Research & informatics, support services, Development and biotechnology research -Research and development and development. CareersCardiovascular in DiagnosticTechnologist Services ***Clinical Laboratory Technologist Dental Laboratory Technician Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Diagnostic Molecular Scientist EKG Technician Histotechnologist Medical Laboratory Technician MRI Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technologist Pathologist Pathologist Assistant ***Phlebotomist Radiology Technician  Careers in Therapeutic Anesthesia Technician /Techno logist **Occupational Therapist (OT) Hemodialysis Technician Anesthesiologist Assistant Services Occupational Therapy (OT) Assistant Industrial-Organizational Psychologist Art Therapist Licensed Practical Nurse Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Life Care Planner Athletic Trainer Ophthalmologist Medical Assistant Audiologist Perfusionist **Nutritionist/Dietitian Certified Nursing Assistant Personal Trainer Nurse Manager Chiropractor **Pharmacist Recreational Therapist Dental Assistant Pharmacy Technician Registered Nurse Dental Hygienist **Physical Therapist Respiratory Therapist Dentist (DDS) Physical Therapy Assistant Social Worker **EMT / Paramedic Physician Speech Pathologist Forensic Nurse Physician Assistant (PA) Surgical Technologist Psychiatric Technician Veterinary Technician Genetic Counselor **Psychologist **Veterinarian (DVM) Geriatric Care Manager Public Health Nurse Vocational Reha Health Psychologist Radiation Therapist Advanced Practice Nurse Counselor Careers in Health Informatics Allied Health Manager Cancer Registrar Health Care Administrator Health Educator Health Information Specialist Health Information Technician Health Services Manager Hospital Administrator Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Billing and Coding Medical Illustrator Medical Office Manager Medical Secretary Medical Transcriptionist Nurse Manager Public Health Educator Social Worker Careers in Support Services Biomedical Equipment Te chnician Hospital Maintenance Eng ineer Industrial Hygienist Medical Librarian Careers in Research and Development Biomedical Engineer Bioinformatics Specialist Biomedical Chemist Biometrician Biostatician Blood Bank Technology Speciali st Cytotechnologist Epidemiologist Forensic Science Technician Geneticist Toxicologist Careers in Emergency Members of the EMS profession provide direct Medicine care to patients as EMTs and paramedics. Some EMS professionals have advanced training as critical care or community paramedics, while others serve as supervisors, managers, directors, or chiefs at their EMS agency.  EMS Training Levels Emergency Medical Responder Emergency Medical Technician Advanced Emergency Medical Tech Careers in nician Paramedic Emergency Careers in EMS Management Advance Certifications Medical Careers and Degrees Medicine  A FEW MORE TERMS.... Multicompetent or Multiskilled Worker Entrepreneur Trained in a variety of areas and skills. Cost effective for Someone who organizes, many facilities manages and takes on the risk of a business EXPLORE MORE CAREERS HEALTH CARE CAREERS HEALTH SCIENCE CAREER CLUSTER S NWA COUNCIL BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS