Social (Helpers)

Patient Representatives

Career Overview Assist patients in obtaining services, understanding policies and making health care decisions. Also Known As Case Manager Medicaid Service Coordinator (MSC) Patient Advocate Patient Service Representative Alternate Job Titles Access Representative Admissions Coordinator Admitting Clerk Admitting Representative Care Navigator Case Manager Clinical Liaison Healthcare Registrar Intake Specialist Medicaid Service Coordinator (MSC) Patient Access …

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Hearing Aid Specialists

Career Overview Select and fit hearing aids for customers. Administer and interpret tests of hearing. Assess hearing instrument efficacy. Take ear impressions and prepare, design, and modify ear molds. Also Known As Hearing Aid Specialist Hearing Instrument Dispenser Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS) Hearing Specialist Alternate Job Titles Audiology Assistant Audiology Technician Audioprosthologist Board Certified Hearing …

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Orthotists and Prosthetists

Career Overview Design, measure, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces, appliances or prostheses, such as limbs or facial parts for patients with disabling conditions. Also Known As Certified Orthotist (CO) Certified Prosthetist (CP) Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO) Orthotist Alternate Job Titles American Board Certified Orthotist (ABC Orthotist) Artificial Limb Fitter Board Orthotist Board Prosthetist Certified Orthotic …

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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Career Overview Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required. Also Known As Charge Nurse Clinic Nurse Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Pediatric LPN (Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse) Alternate Job …

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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

Career Overview Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions. May administer eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct the patient in care and use of corrective lenses. Also Known As Certified Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) Ophthalmic Assistant Ophthalmic Tech (Ophthalmic Technician) Alternate Job Titles Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician (Certified Ophthalmic Medical Tech) …

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Psychiatric Technicians

Career Overview Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications. Also Known As Mental Health Associate …

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Dietetic Technicians

Career Overview Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals. Also Known As Diet Tech (Dietetic Technician) Diet Technician Registered (DTR) Dietary Aide Nutrition Technician Alternate Job Titles Certified …

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Emergency Medical Technicians

Career Overview Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities. Also Known As Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) First Responder Alternate Job Titles Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Ambulance Driver Dispatcher Emergency Department Technician (ED Technician) Emergency Medical Driver Emergency Medical Responder Emergency Medical Technician …

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Paramedics

Career Overview Administer basic or advanced emergency medical care and assess injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals. Also Known As First Responder Flight Paramedic Paramedic Alternate Job Titles Critical Care Flight Paramedic Critical Care Paramedic ED Paramedic (Emergency Department …

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Naturopathic Physicians

Career Overview Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases using a system of practice that is based on the natural healing capacity of individuals. May use physiological, psychological or mechanical methods. May also use natural medicines, prescription or legend drugs, foods, herbs, or other natural remedies. Also Known As Doctor (Dr) Naturopathic Doctor Naturopathic Medicine Doctor …

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