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It takes a doctorate in a rehabilitation-like field and roughly 2,000 clinical hours to achieve this career field.
Physical Therapist
A medical professional who works under the direction of a registered nurse.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The 2 main work environments for optometrists
Hospitals
A physical therapist works with these populations.
Person who's movement and range of motion is affected.
This profession requires between 1,200 and 1,800 hours of training and a passing score on the NREMT to be licensed as such.
Paramedic
A doctor that specializes in the skin, hair, and nails.
Dermatologist
A dentist is a medical professional who performs these 3 things.
Evaluate teeth, gums, and other structures of the mouth
Provide preventative oral health care
Manage oral health emergencies
These are 6 main environments nurses can work in.
Hospitals
Physician Offices
Clinics
Schools
Home Healthcare
Nursing Homes
People experiencing mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, etc typically seek help from this individual.
Psychologist
Pediatric Physical Therapist
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Neuro Physical Therapist
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapist
Vestibular Physical Therapist
Geriatric Physical Therapist
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
An optometrist performs these 3 main tasks.
Eye exams & vision tests
Prescribe & dispense corrective lenses
Prescribe medications for eye diseases
There are 5 main settings physical therapists work in. Name those 5.
Hospitals
Private Practice (ortho clinics)
Home Health
Rehabilitation Centers
Nursing Homes
Radiologists work primarily with these three individuals as both co-workers and patients.
Radiologic Technicians
Physicians
Injured or Ill Patients
Associate of Science in Nursing Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
License to Practice Nursing pathway
A career you practice after obtaining a doctoral degree in a field that specializes in eyes.
Optometrist
Improves motor skills, strength, balance, and coordination in people.
This technologist professional works in a hospital or clinic and specializes in utilizing a device that uses sound waves to create pictures of the inside of the body.
Ultrasound Tech
This healthcare professional works with a diverse range of patients, including those in primary care, surgery, pediatrics, and emergency medicine, often under the supervision of a physician.
Physician Assistant
High School Athletes
College Athletes
Professional Athletes
Military Personnel
Industrial Athletes (in factories and workplaces)
A healthcare professional who collaborates with physicians to provide comprehensive medical care, including diagnosing & treating illnesses, prescribing medication, ordering & interpreting tests, coordinating care, and monitoring patient progress.
Physician Assistant
A doctor that uses medical imaging to diagnose and later treat diseases and injuries.
Radiologist
A professional who obtained an M.D. or D.O. degree and can work in which 4 work environments primarily?
Physician
Hospitals, Clinics, Government Agencies, Military, Operating Rooms, Mental Health Clinics, Nonprofit Organizations, Insurance Companies
2 Parts:
1. A medical professional that works directly with patients suffering from mental health conditions.
2. A medical professional who works with patients suffering from mental health conditions, but is able to prescribe medications.
1. Psychologist
2. Psychiatrist
The difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist is
Optometrists provide primary eye care
Ophthalmologists specialize in medical and surgical care of the eyes