unit 4 careers in health care. copyright © 2004 by thomson delmar learning. all rights reserved.2...

Unit 4 Careers in Health Care

Copyright © 2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2

4:1 Introduction to Health Careers

Education– Secondary Education (High School)– Should include the English, Health

Occupations, mathematics, sciences, social studies and computer training.


4:1 Introduction to Health Careers

– Health Occupations Education (HOE)– Prepare students for immediate employment– Health Science Occupations, Allied Health

Science I, and Medical Science II– Allied Health Science II/Certified Nurse Aide

Program


4:1 Introduction to Health Careers (cont)

High School Diploma-has met the minimum state’s requirements for graduation.

General Equivalency Diploma (GED)-substitute for a high school diploma

Student withdrew from high school for whatever reason(s) without graduating.


4:1 Introduction to Health Careers (cont)

Post-Secondary Education-education received after graduating from high school or passing the GED Exam.

Post-Educational Settings: Technical Schools Community Colleges Colleges Universities


4:1 Types of degrees

Associates Degree (AD) Awarded by a technical school or

community college 2 years to complete prescribe course of

study Coastal Carolina Community College Fayetteville Technical Community College


4:1 Types of degrees (cont)

Associates in Art Degree-prepares students to transfer to a college/university who wish to earn a bachelor degree in a liberal arts discipline.

Communication Education Psychology Sociology



Associates in Science Degree-prepares students to transfer to a college/university who wish to earn a bachelor degree in a science related discipline.

Biology Chemistry Nursing Zoology



Associates in Fine Arts Degree-prepares students to transfer to a college/university who wish to earn a bachelor degree in a fine arts discipline.

Art Dance Drama Music Education



Associate in Applied Science (AAS)- 2 year program that provides entry-level employment training in technical areas such as:

Dental Hygiene Emergency Medical Science Medical Laboratory Technology



Diploma Programs- 1 ½ year program that provides entry-level employment training that may be applied towards an AAS Degree Program.

Dental Assisting Practical Nursing Surgical Technology



Certificate Program- 6 months to 1 year program that provides short-term focused entry-level employment training that may be applied towards an AAS Program.

Medical Office Administration Nursing Assistant



Bachelor Degree (BA or BS) Awarded by a college or university 4 years to complete prescribed course of

study East Carolina University Duke University



Bachelor of Art Degree-prepares students to earn a bachelor degree in a liberal arts discipline.

Communication Education Psychology Sociology



Bachelor of Science Degree-prepares students to earn a bachelor degree in a science related discipline.

Biology Chemistry Nursing Zoology



Master Degree (MA or MS) Obtained after a Bachelor Degree Awarded by a college or university 1 to 2 years to complete prescribed course

of study East Carolina University Duke University



Doctorate of Education (EDD) Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD)-oldest Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) Obtained after a Bachelor and Master

degrees 4 to 6 years to complete prescribed course

of study East Carolina University



Medical Doctor Degree (MD) Obtained after a Bachelor Degree Awarded by a college or university 4 years to complete prescribed course of

study (medical school) East Carolina University Duke University


Certification, Registration, and Licensure

Purpose-to ensure skill and competency of health care personnel and to protect the consumers and patients.


Certification, Registration and Licensure (cont)

Certification-Issued by professional association or government agency if a person fulfills requirements of education and performance and meets the standards and qualifications established.

Certified Dental Assistant Certified Laboratory Technician Certified Medical Assistant



Registration-Granted by a regulatory body (professional association or state board) that administers examinations and maintains a registry (list) of qualified personnel.

Registered Dietitian Registered Respiratory Therapist Registered Radiologic Technologist



Licensure-Government agency authorizes individuals to work in a give occupation.

Complete an approved educational programs

Pass a state board test Obtain and retain licensure Physicians, Dentists, Physical Therapists Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical

Nurses


Accrediting Agencies

Purpose-ensures that program of study meets established standards; important to make sure that school has accredited programs before enrolling.

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)


Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Purpose-required to renew licenses or maintain certification or registration in many states.

Individuals should be aware of the state’s requirements regarding CEUs.


Multicompetent or Multiskilled Workers

New trend in health occupations Workers perform a variety of occupations Eliminates need for employing specialist

for every aspect of care Education done on-the-job or through

educational programs EKG Technician and EEG Technologist


Entrepreneur

Individual who organizes, manages, and assumes the risk of a business

Work the direction or guidance of physicians or dentists.

Individuals are well-motivated, self-confident, responsible, and independent

Nurse Practitioners Physician Assistants


National Health Care Skill Standards (NHCSS)

Purpose-indicate knowledge and skills expected of health care workers.

Health Care Core Standards Therapeutic/Diagnostic Core Standards Therapeutic Cluster Standards Diagnostic Cluster Standards Information Services Cluster Standards Environmental Services Cluster Standards


Summary

Different health occupations require different levels of education

Some careers require certification, registration, or licensure

Requirements vary from state to state Student must obtain information pertinent

to an individual state


2:2 Dental Careers

Basic job duties– Health of teeth and soft tissues of mouth– Preventing dental disease– Repairing or replacing diseased or

damaged teeth– Treating gingiva (gums) and other supporting

structures of the teeth

Places of employment


Dental Careers (continued)

Specialty areas See Table 2-3 in text Dentist Dental hygienist Dental laboratory technician Dental assistant


2:3 Diagnostic Services

Basic job duties– Perform tests or evaluations– Aid in detection, diagnosis, and treatment of

disease, injury, or other physical conditions



Diagnostic Careers

See Table 2-4 in text Electrocardiograph (ECG) technician Electroencephalographic (EEG)

technologist Electroneurodiagnostic technologist Medical (clinical) laboratory technologist


Diagnostic Careers (continued)

Medical (clinical) laboratory technician Medical (clinical) laboratory assistant Phlebotomist or venipuncture technician Radiologic technologist Biomedical equipment technician (BET)


2:4 Emergency Medical Services

Basic job duties– Provide emergency prehospital care– Provide care to victims of accidents, injuries,

and sudden illness



Emergency Services Careers

See Table 2-5 in text First responder

(e.g., police, security, individual) Emergency medical technician basic

(EMT-B) Emergency medical technician defibrillator

(EMT-D)


Emergency Services Careers (continued)

Emergency medical technician intermediate (EMT-I)

Emergency medical technician paramedic (EMT-P)


2:5 Health Information and Communication Services

Basic job duties– Maintain complete, accurate patient records– Distribute health information– Research and maintain information– Use computers



Health Information and Communication Careers

See Table 2-6 in text Medical records administrator Medical records or health info technician Medical transcriptionist Unit secretary/ward clerk/unit coordinator Medical illustrator Medical/health sciences librarian


2:6 Hospital/Health Care Facility Services

Basic description– Operate support departments– Includes administration, business office,

admitting office, central/sterile supply, and housekeeping

– Each department has workers at all levels with varying amounts of education



Hospital/Health Care Facility Careers

See Table 2-7 in text Health care administrator, health services

manager, or chief executive officer (CEO) Admitting officer/clerk Central/sterile supply worker Housekeeping worker/sanitary

manager/environmental service worker


2:7 Medical Careers

Basic description– Includes physicians and those who work

under their supervision– Involved with diagnosis, treatment, or

prevention of diseases and disorders of the human body



Medical Careers (continued)

See Table 2-8 in text Physician (doctor): MD, DO, DPM, DC Physician assistant Medical assistant


2:8 Mental and Social Services

Basic job duties– Mental or emotional disorders or

mental retardation– Social workers assist others to deal with

illness, employment, or community problems– Focus: help individuals function to their

maximum capacity



Mental and Social Services Careers

See Table 2-10 in text Psychiatrist Psychologist Psychiatric/mental health technician Social worker

(sociologist, caseworker, counselor)


2:9 Mortuary Careers

Basic job duties– Preparation of the body– Perform ceremony that honors the deceased

and meets the spiritual needs of the living– Cremation or burial of the remains– Practices and rites vary due to cultural and

religious preferences



Mortuary Careers (continued)

See Table 2-11 in text Funeral director/mortician/undertaker Embalmer Mortuary assistant


2:10 Nursing Careers

Basic job duties– Provide care under direction of a physician– Direct care given to meet mental, emotional,

and physical needs of the patient



Nursing Careers (continued)

See Table 2-12 in text Registered nurse (RN) Licensed practical/vocational nurse

(LPN/LVN) Nurse assistant Surgical technician/technologist


2:11 Nutrition and Dietary Services

Basic job duties– Recognize importance good nutrition has for

health– Promote wellness and optimum health

through good nutrition– Provide dietary guidelines used to treat

various diseases


Nutrition and Dietary Services (continued)

Basic job duties (continued)

– Teach proper nutrition– Prepare food for health care facilities



Nutrition and Dietary Careers

See Table 2-13 in text Dietitian or nutritionist Dietetic technician Dietetic assistant or food service worker


2:12 Therapeutic Services

Basic job description– Use variety of treatments to help patients who

are injured, physically or mentally disabled, or emotionally disturbed

– Direct treatment toward allowing the patient to function at maximum capacity



Therapeutic Careers

See Table 2-14 in text Physical therapist assistant Occupational therapist (OT) Occupational therapy assistant Pharmacist Pharmacy technician Physical therapist (PT)


Therapeutic Careers (continued)

Massage therapist Recreational therapist (TR) Recreational therapy assistant or

activity director Respiratory therapist (RT) Respiratory therapy assistant


Therapeutic Careers (continued)

Speech-language therapist or speech pathologist

Audiologist Art, music, and dance therapist Athletic trainer Dialysis technician Perfusionist or extracorporeal

circulation technologist


2:13 Veterinary Careers

Basic description– Work with all types of animals– Range from house pets to livestock to wildlife



Veterinary Careers (continued)

See Table 2-15 in text Veterinarian (DVM or VDM) Veterinary technician (VTR) or

animal health technician Veterinarian assistant or aide

(animal caretaker)


2:14 Vision Services

Basic job duties– Provide care to prevent vision disorders– Treat vision disorders



Vision Careers

See Table 2-16 in text Ophthalmologist Optometrist (OD): Doctor of Optometry Ophthalmic medical technologist Ophthalmic technician (OT) Ophthalmic assistant (OA) Optician Ophthalmic laboratory technician

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