Fergana of Public Health Medical Institute Prophylaxis 1st

Fergana of Public Health Medical Institute Prophylaxis 1^st year student of group 721

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Health care jobs are in high demand across the board. Whether you want to spend 10+ years in college or less than a year, you can find work in the medical field. All you need is a good education and a passion for helping others to start a profitable and rewarding career. The list below highlights the top 50 health care jobs, ranked according to the number of jobs available in 2018. Employment levels and pay rates courtesy of the Bureau of Labor Statistics National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates.
Health Information Technician
Health information technicians, also known as medical records technicians, are in charge of the records for health care facilities. They inspect health information data to make sure it is accurate, accessible, and easy to read. As the medical industry transitions to electronic record keeping, workers in this field must adapt to new software programs and technologies. Health info techs must understand a variety of classification systems used to code and organize patient information. (BLS)


Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Clinical laboratory technologists perform tests to analyze body fluids, tissues, and other samples in a medical office. They may be referred to as medical laboratory scientists, and they have to work in accordance with several departments in a hospital or clinic. Some clinical techs specialize in a certain type of test, but they must still be versed in the other exams needed in an office. (BLS)

Occupational Therapy Aide
Occupational therapy aides and physical therapist assistants work with physical therapists to help patients recover from injury and illness. They assist with therapeutic practices that are used to improve muscle function, build strength, enhance the immune system, and much more. This job is growing at an exceedingly high rate, with an estimated 41% increase in available positions between 2010 and 2020. With minimal training, this job practically guarantees work options in the future. (BLS)

Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-language pathologists diagnose and treat patients with communication disorders, such as lisps and stutters. They may also help patients with swallowing disorders by teaching them how to identify and utilize the muscles in their mouths. Many workers in this profession are employed at elementary schools and private daycare facilities, but work is also available in hospitals and clinics offering speech therapy. (BLS)

Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory therapists help patients who have difficulty breathing. This is usually the result of a respiratory disorder, like asthma or emphysema. Respiratory therapists may work with patientson a regular basis, or they may respond to emergency situations. For instance, a patient suffering from a heart attack or stroke may need a respiratory therapist to regain breathing abilities after the event. (BLS)

Family Practitioner

Family practitioners take care of patients on a general level, aiding the elderly, infants, and adults alike. Family care doctors work in hospitals, clinics, and private practices. They treat and diagnose diseases and injuries that patients commonly come across such as influenza and stomach viruses. For specialized conditions, family practitioners will recommend specialists for patients to see. (BLS)

Annual salary, hourly wage: $201,100 a year, $96.68 an hourSuggested education: Doctor of MedicineNumber of jobs in the U.S.: 114,130

Dentist
Dentists diagnose, treat, and prevent problems in a patient’s mouth, focusing on the teeth and gums. Dentists are trained to identify prevalent oral conditions so patients can receive treatment as quickly as possible. Many of them perform dental surgeries, and they are all capable of filling cavities and removing teeth in their offices. Dentists may hold their own practices, or they may work with other dentists in a joint practice. (BLS)

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse practitioners take on many of the tasks physicians are given, such as diagnosing patients and prescribing medications. In many states, nurse practitioners are allowed to open their own medical practice without the supervision of a doctor.

Nurse practitioners are required to earn a master’s degree to practice in most states, and they can choose to work in research, education, nurse leadership, or diagnostics. Some NPs are also allowed to perform minor surgeries. (BLS)

Occupational Therapist
An occupational therapist is a health care professional who helps patients recover from injuries and disabilities, through the use of everyday activities. Occupational therapists show patients how they can use the movements they make every day to get better, stronger, and faster in a short period of time. This job has a high growth rate, with a 33% increase in available jobs between 2010 and 2020. 48% of occupational therapists work in physical therapy offices, while others work in schools, home health services, and nursing homes. (BLS)

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomists draw blood for donations, transfusions, tests, and research. They must understand how blood drawing equipment operates, but they do not have to spend long in school to do this. Many LVNs and RNs will work as phlebotomists while earning their degrees. Phlebotomists must have good people skills because they have to work with patients directly. (BLS)

Surgical Technologist

Surgical technologists, also called operating room technicians or OR techs, provide assistance during surgical procedures. They work alongside surgeons and other surgical staff members to ensure a surgery goes smoothly. They arrange equipment, prepare operating rooms, and standby during surgeries for times when their help is needed. They may also be asked to perform mild patient care, similar to the work of a nursing assistant or home health aide. (BLS)

Physician Assistant

A physician assistant practices medicine under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Many graduate students will become physician’s assistants while they complete their doctor of medicine degree programs. PAs are trained to diagnose injuries, examine patients, and provide treatments. They may work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and many other healthcare settings. Some nurse practitioners work as physician assistants because the training for both jobs is similar. (BLS)

Veterinary Technologist

Veterinary technologists, also called vet techs, provide assistants for veterinarians. They are trained to perform medical tests and help vets diagnose illnesses and injuries in animals. Some aspiring veterinarians will work as vet techs while they are completing their education. This occupation has an estimated job growth rate of 52% between 2010 and 2020, making it one of the fastest growing jobs in America at this time. (BLS)

Annual salary, hourly wage: $34,420 a year, $16.55 an hourSuggested education: Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology, Trade school or technical college trainingNumber of jobs in the U.S.: 109,400

Psychiatric Aide

Psychiatric aides assist psychiatrists as they try to assess patients with mental impairments and emotional instabilities. An aide in this field may lead patients to recreational activities or accompany patients to treatment sessions. In the case of violent patients, a psychiatric aide may have to restrain a patient until he calms down. (BLS)

Annual salary, hourly wage: $29,180 a year, $14.03 an hourSuggested education: Associate of Science in Psychiatry, Associate of Science in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in PsychiatryNumber of jobs in the U.S.: 56,910

Medical Transcriptionist

Medical transcriptionists listen to recordings from doctors and other medical professionals and write down the words they hear. This provides a written record for audio information that medical staff can refer to in the future. Medical transcriptionists must be excellent listeners and typists, but they are not required to go through much training for work. They work in hospitals, doctor offices, clinics, and in rare occasions, court rooms. (BLS)

Occupational Health and Safety Specialist

Occupational health and safety specialists analyze work environments to ensure they are safe for employees and customers alike. They make sure that businesses follow any regulations related to their industries, and they help design programs and setups to prevent injury in the work place. This job is not in high demand at the moment, so some workers choose to specialize in high growth industries, like construction or recreation. (BLS)

Laboratory Animal Caretaker

Laboratory animal caretakers assist workers in veterinary offices and pet clinics. They are in charge of feeding and watering pets, and they typically have to clean out cages that house animals. They may also assist during medical examinations and procedures, and they may administer medications to sick pets. (BLS)

Massage Therapist

A massage therapist is a person who uses touch to manipulate muscles in the body. This can relieve tension and stress while allowing the patient to relax. Some massage therapists specialize in specific massage techniques, and others branch out into alternative therapies, like acupuncture. Massage therapists work in offices and clinics, but many commute to their client’s homes for appointments. (BLS)

Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical therapy assistants work with physical therapists to help patients get better after an illness or injury. They do not always work directly with patients, but they may prepare a patient for an exercise or consultation. This job is growing much faster than most professions in America, with an estimated increase of 45% in available jobs during the years between 2010 and 2020. (BLS)

Dispensing Optician

A dispensing optician is responsible for fitting eyeglasses and contacts for patients in an eye clinic or optometrist/ophthalmologist office. Opticians do not require much career training to begin work, but they do have to be familiar with variances in eye care products and basic elements of optometry. They must understand how to clean and repair eyeglasses as necessary, and they have to have strong customer service skills. (BLS)

Annual salary, hourly wage: $37,010 a year, $17.80 an hourSuggested education: High School Diploma, Trade school or technical college trainingNumber of jobs in the U.S.: 148,200

Dietician
A dietician or nutritionist is a person who helps patients create specialized dietary plans. This may be in an effort to lose weight or compensate for a medical condition, such as diabetes or lactose intolerance. A dietician must go to school to learn about how foods affect the human body, learning about the chemical processes in the body along the way. Many dieticians find work in fitness and weight loss centers, but they may also work in hospitals and health clinics. (BLS)