Intro. To Health Science -- Year Review -- Careers

A physician trained in the diagnostic and/or therapeutic use of x-rays and radionuclides

Assistant to Radiologist

A system of therapy in which disease is considered the result of abnormal function of the nervous system

The treatment of physical dysfunction or injury by the use of therapeutic exercise and the application of modalities

A paraprofessional who works under the direction of a physical therapist and assists in the application of physical therapy interventions

Does a little less than a PTA

corrects problems that arise in the skeleton and its attachments, the ligaments and tendons.

consultation and supervision of attending physicians, is an integral part of the health care system associated with sports

an artist who creates visual material designed to record and communicate medical, biologic, and related knowledge

a person who performs massages to relieve pain and enhance healing

A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders

document scientific information that relates to biology, chemistry, medicine, and other health-related subjects

one who has been trained in an accredited program and certified by an appropriate board to perform certain of a physician's duties

A surgeon specialized in reconstruction or cosmetic enhancement of various body regions

A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disorders

specializes in scientific knowledge and theory of clinical problems of respiratory care

a health care professional who has completed a specialized one- or two-year educational program and who performs routine care, management, and treatment of patients with respiratory problems under the supervision of a respiratory therapist

A person trained and certified to appraise and initiate the administration of emergency care for victims of trauma or acute illness before or during transportation of victims to a health care facility

A person who is trained to give emergency medical treatment or assist medical professionals

member of the surgical team who assists in preparing the operating room for surgery and performing other tasks

Doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating heart diseases

One who draws blood for analysis or transfusion

primary duty is the performance of electrocardiograms on patients

Microbiologists study organisms called microbes

study of patterns of health and illness and associated factors at the population level

Medical ethics is a primary branch of applied ethics, and medical ethicists study the application of moral values and judgments in the field of medical science

they work with a client to help them achieve a fulfilled and satisfied state in life

OTA assistant

medicine concerned with the study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms

optimize and monitor the drug therapy or interpret medical laboratory results

• give medicines to individuals
• refills medications

professional and academic discipline that seeks to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of an individual, group, or community by intervening through research, policy, community organizing, direct practice, and teaching on behalf of those afflicted with poverty or any real or perceived social injustices and violations of their human rights.

(many different variations) (cannot generalise)

concerned with functional and organic speech defects and disorders

areas of identification and measurement of hearing impairments and rehabilitation of those with hearing problems

examines and tests the eyes for disease and treats visual disorders by prescribing corrective lenses and/or vision therapy

responsible for conducting clinical trials using good clinical practice

basic research or applied research conducted to aid the body of knowledge in the field of medicine

teach people about behaviors that promote wellness

a person who assists individuals with healthcare needs

healthcare professional who, in collaboration with other members of a health care team, is responsible for: treatment,safety, and recovery of acutely or chronically ill individuals

registered nurse

study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body

assist the dental operator

is a licensed dental professional who specializes in preventive oral health, typically focusing on techniques in oral hygiene.

is an expert in food and nutrition

The central service technician is responsible for the procurement of surgical supplies and equipment

is the medical and surgical specialty that focuses on the urinary tracts of males and females, and on the reproductive system of males.

professional who operates and maintains dialysis equipment for patients with kidney diseases

under the supervision of a medical technologist or physician, performs microscopic and bacteriologic tests of human blood, tissue, and fluids for diagnostic and research purposes

A person trained to assist a physician or other medical provider in clinical and administrative procedures

A specialist in genetics

are the two surgical–medical specialties dealing with the female reproductive organs in their pregnant and non-pregnant state

using low-dose amplitude-X-rays to examine the human breast

deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the colon, rectum, and anus

• qualified to manage the care of
• women and/or newborns