physicians + allied health professionals

physical assitant

• can make clinical decisions

• must complete 4 yrs of college + 2 yrs of PA school

• focus on specific specialty

• under direction & supervision of licensed MD or DO

nurse practitioner

• provide basic patient care services: diagnosing & prescribing medications for common illnesses

• required advanced academic training beyond RN degree

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

• one year of schooling + state board examination

• assistive role: measure vital signs, administer some medications, perform clinical care (wound care),

• work with older adults

registered nurse

• more schooling in form of associate degree, diploma graduate, baccalaureate degree + state board exam

  • work in clinical settings, public health agencies, administrative capacities, educational settings

medical laboratory tech

perform diagnostic testing on blood, bodily fluids, and other specimens under supervision of medical technologist

medical receptionist

• check patients in and out

• answer phones

• schedule appointments

• perform other administrative tasks

occupational therapists

assist patients who have conditions that disable them developmentally, emotionally, mentally, or physically

pharmacy techs

• perform routine medication dispensing functions that do not

  require the expertise or judgment of a licensed pharmacist

• work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist

physical therapists

assist patients in improving mobility, strength, and range of motion.

radiology technicians

use various imaging equipment to assist the provider in diagnosing and treating certain diseases.