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endodontics

treatment of diseases of the pulp, nerves, blood vessels and roots of gums and teeth

orthodontics

alignment of teeth

oral surgery

surgery on teeth, mouth, jaw and facial bones

pedodontics

dental alignment of children and adolescents

periodontics

treatment and prevention of diseases of gums, bones and structures supporting the teeth

prosthodontics

replacement of natural teeth

dentists

doctors who examine teeth and mouth tissues to diagnose and treat disease abnormalities

dental hygienists

work under the supervision of dentists

dental laboratory technicians

make and repair a variety of dental prostheses

dental assistants

work under the supervision of dentists, prepare patients for examination, pass instruments, etc…

emergency medical technician

provide emergency, prehospital care to victims of accidents, injuries or sudden illnesses

first responder

first person to arrive at the scene of an illness or injury

emergency medical technician paramedic

provide emergency, prehospital care to victims of accidents, injuries or sudden illness and are capable of in depth patient assessment

physicians

examine patients, obtain medical histories, order tests, make diagnoses, perform surgery, treat diseases/disorders and teach preventative health

physician assistant

work under the supervision of physicians, take medical histories; perform routine physical examinations and basic diagnostic tests

medical assistant

take vital signs and prepare and maintain equipment

doctor of medicine

diagnoses, treats and prevents diseases or disorders

doctor of osteopathic

treats diseases/disorders, placing special emphasis on the nervous, muscular and skeletal systems, and the relationship between the body, mind and emotions

doctor of podiatric medicine

examines, diagnoses and treats diseases/disorders of the feet or of the leg below the knee

doctor of chiropractic

focuses on ensuring proper alignment of the spine and optimal operation of the nervous and muscular systems to maintain health

psychiatrist

specializing in diagnosing and treating mental illness

psychologist

studies human behavior and uses knowledge gained to help people deal with everyday life

psychiatric/mental health technician

helps patients and their families follow treatment and rehabilitation plans

social workers

aid people who have difficulty coping with various problems by helping them make adjustments in their lives

genetic counselors

provide information to individuals and families on genetic diseases or inherited conditions

funeral directors

provide support to the survivors; interview the family; prepare the body; secure legal documents; file death certificates; arrange and direct all of the details of the services and take care of the business at the funeral home

embalmers

prepare the body for interment, reshape and reconstruct the body, apply cosmetics, dress the body and place the body in the casket

mortuary assistants

work under the supervision of the funeral director and/or embalmer

registered nurses

work under the direction of physicians and provide total care to patients

licensed practical nurses

work under the supervision of RN's or physicians

nurse assistants

provide baths, bed making and feeding of patients

geriatric aides

acquire additional education to provide care for the elderly in working environments

home health care assistants

trained to work in patients' homes

medication aides

take courses to administer medications to patients or residents

dietitians

nutritionists manage food service systems, assess patient's/resident's nutritional needs, plan menus, teach others proper nutrition and special diets

dietetic technicians

work under supervision of dietitians, plan menus, order foods, standardize and test recipes

dietetic assistants

food service workers, work under the supervision of dietitians and assist with food preparation and service

veterinarians

work to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in animals

veterinary technicians

work under the supervision of veterinarians, assist with the handling and care of animals

veterinary assistants

feed, bathe and groom animals; exercise animals; prepare animals for treatment; assist with examinations; clean and sanitize cages

ophthalmologists

specialize in the diseases, disorders and injuries of the eyes

optometrists

examine eyes, prescribe corrective lenses or eye exercises

occupational therapists

specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation

occupational therapist assistants

help patients carry out programs of prescribed treatments from OT's

pharmacists

dispense medications per written orders from physicians, dentists and other health care professionals

pharmacy technicians

work under the supervision of pharmacists

physical therapists

provide treatment to improve mobility and prevent or limit permanent disability of patients

physical therapy assistants

help carry out the prescribed plans of treatment from physical therapists

massage therapists

use many variations of massage, bodywork and therapeutic touch to muscles to provide relief

recreational therapists

use recreation and leisure activities as forms of treatments to minimize symptoms

recreational therapist assistants

carry out activities planned by recreational therapists

respiratory therapists

treat patients with hearth and lung diseases by administering oxygen, gases or medicines

respiratory therapist technicians

perform basic diagnostic tests, clean and maintain equipment

surgical technologists

prepare patients for surgery, set up instruments, equipment and sterilize operating rooms

speech

language pathologists

audiologists

provide care to individuals who have hearing impairments

art, music and dance therapists

use the arts to help patients deal with social, physical, or emotional problems

athletic trainers certified

prevent and treat athletic injuries and provide rehabilitative services

dialysis technicians

operate the kidney hemodialysis machines used to treat patients with limited or no kidney functions

perfusionists

members of open

certification

a person has fulfilled the requirements of education and performance and meets the standards and qualifications established

registration

performed by a regulatory body that administers examinations and maintains a list of qualified personnel in a given health care area

licensure

process whereby a government agency authorizes individuals to work in a given occupation

accreditation

ensures that the program of study meets the established qualifying competency standards and prepares students for employment in the health care career