Health Care Professions Flashcard

Athletic Trainer

Professionals that treat athletic injuries but CAN'T DIGNOSE.

Biomedical Engineer

Develops technology for healthcare facilities.

Cardiovascular Technologist

Assists physicians with treatment of cardiovascular conditions with testing or imaging.

Dental Assistant

Works under dentists to prepare for various procedures or assist them.

Dental Hygienist

Professionals that provide cleaning care or referral to another dentist for any oral disease. Can't do Root canals.

Dietitian

A board certified professional that can give medical advice or make diets for certain diseases.

Doctor of Chiropractic

A doctor specialist that treats spinal injuries.

Doctor of Medicine

A doctor that can help diagnose, treat, or prevent diseases.

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

A doctor specialist that treats the overall musculoskeletal system.

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine

A doctor specialist that treats anything related to foots and ankles.

Electrocardiograph technician

Operators of EKGs for testing alongside doctors.

Emergency Medical Technician

First Response professionals that provide basic care and transport to the hospital in an emergency.

Forensic Science Technician

Technicians that investigate DNA of potential suspects to help criminal or civil investigation.

Health Care Administrator

Professionals that oversee hospital operations.

Health Information Administrator

Professionals that maintain patient data and the confidentiality of it.

Home Health Care Assistant

Patient Care Technicians that works in the patient's home for day to day care.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Provides basic care for patients under the supervision of RNs and Doctors.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Preforms diagnostic tests to determine diseases with body tissue or body fluids.

Occupational Therapist

Therapists that help the patient recover to day to day movement.

Ophthalmologist

A doctor specialist that treats eye and vision care.

Paramedic

A first responder that also can do advanced care in emergencies like wound stitching and EKG reading

Pharmacist

A specialist that counsels patients on drug use and dispenses medications.

Pharmacy Technician

Works under a RPh to dispense medications.

Phlebotomist

Technicians that works to draw blood or handle blood donations.

Physical Therapist

Professionals that help to improve movement through treatment or basic exercises.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Assists PT with treatment plans and exercises for movement restoration.

Physician Assistant

Works under a PHY to diagnose or treat injuries.

Radiologic Technologist

A specialist that can use MRIs, X-rays, and CT scans to diagnose.

Registered Nurse

Provides patient care and basic education to patients.

Respiratory Therapist

Treats patients with pulmonary problems using various equipment such as a spirometer.

Surgical Technician

Assists with preparing for surgery under a SR.