Hospital Care Team Members

This set of flashcards covers the various members of a hospital care team, detailing their roles and areas of expertise.

Attending Physician

The leader of the hospital care team responsible for decisions affecting a person's care, including diagnosis and treatment.

Residents

Fully licensed doctors engaged in further training after graduating from medical school, often active members of the care team.

Specialist

A physician with extensive training in a specific field of medicine, called upon for complex or serious medical problems.

Cardiologist

A specialist trained in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel disorders.

Anesthesiologist

A doctor that administers anesthesia and monitors patients' vital signs during procedures.

Internist

A primary care doctor who treats common and complex illnesses, usually focusing only on adults.

Pediatrician

A doctor specializing in the care of children from birth to young adulthood.

Physical Therapist

A healthcare professional who evaluates and treats patients having difficulty functioning physically.

Occupational Therapist

A specialist who helps patients improve their ability to perform daily activities.

Registered Nurse

A nurse who provides direct patient care, administers medications, and monitors patients' health.

Social Worker

A professional who provides support and coordinates services for patients preparing for discharge from the hospital.

Dietitian

A specialist in nutrition who assesses dietary needs and plans meals for patients.

Speech Pathologist

A professional who assists patients with speech and swallowing disorders.

Pharmacist

A healthcare professional who manages and supervises the use of medications in a hospital setting.

Patient Care Technician

Traditionally called nurse aides, they assist nurses in caring for patients.