Doctors/ Physicians
This doctor cares for people of all ages, treating common illnesses and providing regular checkups.
Family Physician
Uses X-rays to take pictures of bones and other body parts.
Radiologic Technologist (X-ray Tech)
Helps patients with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and eating. Works to help nurses.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Helps patients improve speech, language, and swallowing.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Tests hearing, fits hearing aids, and helps people with hearing loss or balance problems.
Audiologist
This doctor specializes in the health of babies, children, and teenagers.
Pediatrician
Runs tests on blood, urine, and other samples to detect diseases in a laboratory. This person has an associates degree
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
This nurse gives basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or doctor.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Helps people manage emotional and mental health through counseling and therapy. Typically has a masters degree.
Psychologist
Treats patients with breathing problems.
Respiratory Therapist
This doctor treats skin, hair, and nail conditions.
Dermatologist
Runs tests on blood, urine, and other samples to detect diseases in a laboratory. This person has a bachelor's degree degree
Medical Laboratory Technologist/Scientist
Advanced nurse who can diagnose illnesses, order tests, and prescribe medicine to patients but has to work under a doctor.
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Treats back, neck, and joint pain by adjusting the spine and other parts of the body.
Chiropractor
Creates nutrition plans for patients based on their health needs.
Dietitian
This doctor diagnoses and treats heart and blood vessel problems.
Cardiologist
This nurse provides patient care, administers medications, educates patients and can supervise other nurses.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Helps patients regain movement and strength after injury or surgery.
Physical Therapist (PT)
Greets patients, answers phones, schedules appointments, and keeps patient information organized at a healthcare front desk.
Medical Receptionist
Examines eyes, tests vision, prescribes glasses or contact lenses, and detects some eye diseases, but does not perform major eye surgery.
Optometrist
This doctor examines tissues, blood, and lab tests to help diagnose diseases.
Pathologist
Teaches patients daily living skills after injury or illness.
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Prepares the operating room, sterilizes equipment, and assists doctors during surgery by passing instruments and supplies.
Surgical Technologist
A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats eye diseases, performs eye surgery, and may also prescribe glasses or contact lenses.
Ophthalmologist
A medical doctor who gives anesthesia to keep patients comfortable and pain-free during surgery or medical procedures, and monitors them throughout.
Anesthesiologist