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Health Care Support Jobs: New Careers in the Health Sciences
Posted by | Posted in Medical Health | Posted on 25-02-2009
Due to the fast-changing technologies in the health care industry, new career opportunities have been made available for those interested in pursuing jobs in the said field. Most of these involve technical and administrative support, and of course the heart to provide quality health care service. Why not check these jobs and see what’s in for you? One of them might be your key to a successful career.
1. Medical Transcriptionists
One of the fastest-growing health care jobs at present, medical transcriptionists are responsible for keeping live updates on medical research and development. They put the words of medical experts into writing, which then become useful documents in different medical studies, as well as ongoing medical reviews and research.
2. Medical Equipment Technicians
These are people with a background in fixing medical equipment. They are becoming a dire need nowadays since new medical and laboratory machines have to be maintained to provide quality results.
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3. Medical Assistants
Normally assigned in the medical office, medical assistants are the ones who take care of administrative matters such as medical records, prescriptions and other paperwork. They also keep the patients calm and well-informed about their health condition. Medical assistants also conduct necessary preliminary procedures such as first aid and checking of vital signs.
4. Laboratory Assistants
Laboratory assistants on the other hand prepare laboratory equipment and specimen samples to be used for tests and other examinations. They are also in charge of keeping the laboratory safe and clean.
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Last I heard, there is no government health plan in the works. Lieberman managed to kill it.
Meanwhile, there are still 2 different plans b/n House and Senate and we won't know what the outcome is until they are reconciled.
Physical Therapist is pretty easy and doesn't require much schooling. The schedule is also quite flexible, so you can have more time w/ your family.
@tiatdivad : You don’t have to. Do you think the Thai’s or Okinawans give up all animal foods? No they don’t.
@cantlandaswitchflip : No but there are better plant oils one could use.
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It is the plans for changing health care for seniors and others./
@MommaElin I agree, I think that we should teach it in school. I would even teach it to the kids, maybe I should become a teacher!
Here's some different health careers with their training required, average salary, and links to their US Dept of Labor job description, duties, and job outlook:
1) Physician assistants need at least a 2 year degree, better if you have a 4 year degree before applying for the 2 year PA training program. They make about $69,410 a year. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos081.htm
2) Physical therapists need at least a 4 year degree, and many now need 2 years of graduate school as well. They make about $60,000 a year. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos080.htm
3) Radiation Therapists: A Radiology therapist needs a 4 year degree and makes $58,000 a year.
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos299.htm
4) Nuclear Medicine Technologists: You need a 4 year degree. Annual Pay: $56,000 http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos104.htm
5) Diagnostic medical sonographers need at least a 2 year associate degree and make $52,490 a year. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos273.htm
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Exactly too much protein! It’s a marketing scheme that we need all this protein so they can sell all these fast food burgers and junk.
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Where does this guy get his statistics? China’s rate of Osteoporosis is the same as the US, Indonesia is higher. And what is he talking about when he says Chinese women nursing five babies? China has population control measures that do not allow five babies. What a joke. Granted, he makes many good points about the dangers of fat and protein, but share some true statistics. Likewise, keep it scientific. And it has been recently concluded that margin is much more dangerous than butter.
First off, the age which you could be dropped will vary by situation and company, and state. Some companies will drop you at 18 if you're not in school while others will let you go until 30 whether you are in school or not.
Not all full time jobs have insurance benefits. Some part time jobs do have insurance benefits.
Part of the healthcare bill stipulates that all insurance companies in all states must allow adult children to stay on their parent's policy until age 26. This will go into effect when your policy renews after 9/23/10 although some insurance companies have already started as of June 1.
How you go about getting your own policy – Visit a local agent that works with all of the major companies in your area. The agent can find the best policy for your situation and budget. They can explain what you get and, more importantly, what you don't get with each policy. There is no extra charge using an agent. You should do this anyway because in most cases an 18 year old can get their own policy much cheaper than being on their parents.
@caesarmoridon chinese parents are usually off to work and have employed wet nurses.
Interesting that the human body urinates out calcium from consuming too much animal protein, and men, the high risk of prostate cancer from a fleshy diet. Change the way you eat and get free vegan recipes: easyveganmeals
iam impressed… this video is so old, but he knows about absolutely everything. this guy is great!
x-ray tech, thats what Im going for.
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this video was made in 1985..