Operating Room Technician

Operating Room Technician

Duties and responsibilities: The operating room technicians are also called surgical technologists/ They assist in preparing operating rooms for surgery. They are responsible for having surgical instruments, sterile bandages and linens, needed fluids, and other equipment ready for the operation. They may also assist doctors by handing them needed instruments during surgery and for counting sponges and needles before and after the operation . They deliver specimens to hospital after the operation they take patients to recovery room. 

Salary:$16,000 - $22,000 

 Education: The educational requirements are too have a high school diploma or GED certificate it is required. Many vocational and junior college offer rams in operating  room in operating room technology, and training may also be taken at a large hospital. Programs very between one year to two years. The students receive training in medical terminology, physiology, and sterilization methods. The end of the training period students must pass the examination by the association of Surgical Technologists to become certified. 

Reflection : I wouldn't mind but then i would mind working there because it is kind of disturbing too see things like that, know i can't imagine when actually operating someone. 

Paul 'Bear' Bryant

                 Paul 'Bear' Bryant was born on September 11,1913 in Fordyce Arkansas
and died on January 26,1983 (age 69) in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The playing career was during the 1933-1935 in Alabama the positions end. His coachinc career was in 1936 In the Union 1936-1940 in Alabama. He was American college fotball player and a coach. He was the best kown as the longtime head coach of the University of Alabama football team. During his 25- year. He was amaaed six national championships. It was upon his retirement in the 1982, he held the record of the most wins in his head coach. In the Unviersity of Alabama Paul W Bryant Museum.It was casually leaning up against the goal post during pregame warups, and frequently holding his rolled-up game plan while on the sidelines. Before him arriving at Alabama.He was accepted in a scholarship to play for the University of Alabama in 1931.

Healthcare Administrator

Healthcare Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities: 

A hospital administrator is usually an individual responsible for the day to day operational running of the health care institution. In addition, the administrator participates in and coordinates the setting of strategic priorities for the direction of the hospital. Specific duties include recruitment and retention of physicians, overseeing quality, improvement of processes for efficient delivery of patient care, setting standards, oversight of budgets, creating financial and business strategies to assure fiscal viability and health. The hospital administrators also become involved in press relations, public and community affairs, grants management, billing, collections, purchasing of equipment and meeting regulatory standards.

Salary: $35,000 - $100,000

Education:

The hospital administrations are typical required to hold a master's degree. They are a number of Master of healthcare administration or master of health services administration prgrams that are prepared graduates for a career in a hospital administration. The programs combine business administration and public health training covering the topics such as human resources that are managing. That are organized management. The healthcare financial theory, epidemiology, healthcare policy development. The financial management and the public health administration.

 I wouldn't want to be a healthcare administrator  

STUDENT SUCCESS STATEMENT

STUDENT SUCCESS STATEMENT 

" Your mind is a garden your thoughts are the seeds..

You can grow flowers. Or you can grow weeds.."

Anon 

I think what this quote is trying to say is that whenever you think negative then you won't get anywhere like if you say you can't do it then you won't achieve anything. If you say you can do it you could accomplish anything because your going to be pushing yourself to accomplish what you want.

Histology Specialist

                                                Histology Specialist

                Histology Specialists include both Histologic Technicians and Histologists.  Histologists are also referred to as Histotechnologists.  Both histologic technicians and histologists prepare tissue samples that are used by physicians to determine if a patient has a disease, dysfunction, or malignancy. Histology technicians and histologists prepare samples by using equipment to thinly slice tissue samples

Average Salary:   

$22,000 - $35,000 

Educational Requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses in science, math, and English.

To become a histologic technician, students must either earn an associate's degree in the field and complete a one year internship or complete a long-term training program in a histopathology lab.  They must also pass a national examination.

Reflection:  No I wouldn’t like to be a histology specialist because I don’t see my self like a histology specialist.

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement 

" A definite worthy goal, combined with a positive mental attitude (PMA), is the starting point of all worthwhile achievement."

Napoleon Hill

Achieve your goals, if you keep a positive attitude you will achieve something but if you just have a negative attitude you won't get anywhere.

Health Information Specialist

                                              Health Information Specialist

Duties and  Responsibilities: The health information specialists obtained, post, and analyze medical, workload, finance and insurance data. They ensure that this is information properly recorded into medical records so practitioners can plan and evaluate health care provided to patients.  The health information specialists work in hospitals , clinics , insurance companies, physician offices, and many other medical settings.

 Salary:   $30,000 - $40,000

  Education:

Students should take high school courses in business, information management, science, math, and English. Coding specialists must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.  Training is usually conducted on the job, but classes are offered at technical schools and community colleges.  To become certified, specialists must pass an examination.

Answer: I don’t think I would like to be a Health information specialist because I’m not really into Medical things. Well for know.

Health Educator

                                                         Health Educator

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Health educators provide information on health and health related issues. They can assess health training needs and plan health education programs. They may specialize according to specific health concerns, illnesses, or work or training setting. Health educators may work as independent consultants or in health departments, community organizations, businesses, hospitals, schools, or government agencies. Health Educators often:

·         Perform health training needs assessments.

·         Design and develop health education programs.

·         Publish health education materials, information papers, and grant proposals.

·         Develop health education curriculum.

·         Teach health in public and private schools.

Average Salary: $20,000 - $35,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take college preparatory course during high school.

Health educators have, as a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in health education. Many have master’s degrees. To be certified or licensed to teach health in public schools requires a master’s degree and successful completion of a written exam in many states.

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I wouldn't like too be a Health educator because that is not my plan or part of my goals.

Genetic Counselor

                                                      Genetic Counselor

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities in the genetic counselor are the interested in the field must complete a master’s degree program in genetic counseling. Due to the small number of accredited programs, graduate schools often have a highly selective admission process. Students can prepare for admission with undergraduate courses in chemistry, biology, genetics and psychology. Schools may a requirement strongly recommend paid or volunteer experience prior enrolling in the professional program.

Salary: $49,646 - $65,168

Bachelor's Degree: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree. Most applicants have a degree in a biological science. GPA of 3.0 is required from either a Bachelor's degree or other advanced degrees or coursework. An applicant must demonstrate strong academic success in basic sciences courses.

 I wouldn’t like to be a genetic counselor because it is boring and because it talks about science and I’m not really into science.

Epidemiologist

Epidemiologist

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Epidemiologists study the frequency and distribution of disease within human populations and environments. Specifically, they measure the incidence of disease occurrence and relate it to different characteristics of populations and environments . Epidemiologists perform research, education and public health practice in universities, government agencies, international organizations, and private corporations. Epidemiologists often:

·         Work on developing or refining methods of measuring and evaluating disease occurrences.
·         Develop and recommend public health policy.
·         Study or research chronic diseases. Infections diseases, disease outbreaks, injuries, occupations, and environments.

Average Salary: $30,000 - $50,000

Educational Requirements:

 Students should take the most challenging high school courses ( including AP or IB courses) available in science, math, and English.

Epidemiologists have, as a minimum, master’s degrees in public health. Undergraduate requirements for admissions into public health graduate programs vary by schools nut usually include strong backgrounds in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and or statistics.

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Environmental Health Specialist

Environmental Health Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities:

 The duties and responsibilities of environmental health specialist,are the monitor health and safety conditions in residential, industrial, commerical, and recreational settings. The person who works as an enviormental health specialist may also be called an environmental health or safety inspector, or a health specialist may also be called an environmental health or safety this determines the existence of possible health hazards and to take them to the correct steps. It includes checking the plants and factories for pollution or industrial waste. The inspecting resturants for cleaniness and inspecting the schools, day care centers, and nursing homes for harmful substances such as radon or lead paint.

Average Yearly Salary:

    $40,000-$90,000

Education:

 Environmental health field which includes at least 30 semester or 45 quarter hour credits in the physical or biological sciences.

ELECTRONEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST

ELECTRONEURODIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGIST

Duties and Responsibilities:

Electroneurodiagnostic technologists use electronic graphs to determine if patients are suffering from a central nervous system condition or disease like epilepsy, tumors, stroke, or trauma. The graphs are records of the brain’s electrical activity.

Electroneurodiagnostic technologists usually work in hospitals, laboratories, or physicians’ offices. They:

•         Prepare medical records.
•         Apply electrodes and select instrument settings.
•         Perform electroneurodiagnostic tests.
•         Adjust and maintain their equipment.
•         Record test results.
•         Identify patient abnormalities.

Educational Requirements:

Electroneurodiagnostic technologists must have a high school diploma and some courses in computer technologists must have a high school diploma and some courses in computer technology before beinning specialized training.
 Electroneurodiagnotstic training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases hospitals. Training takes one year and is followed by another year of supervised experience. Before beginning practice electroneurodiagnostic technologists must pass written and oral examinations.
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REGISTERED DIETICIAN

REGISTERED DIETICIAN

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Duties and Responsibilities

Registered Dietitians provide advice and education about nutrition and its effect on health. They work in schools, educational, administration, research, hospitals, clinics, industry, food service management, and private practice. Registered dietitians:

·        Organize and supervise food service operations and meal preparation.

·        Make dietary recommendations.

·        Counsel patients and clients about diets.

·        Supervise food purchasing.

·        Study the nutritional value of food and how it is used by the body.

Average Salary: $30,000-$40,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take a challenging high school curriculum that includes math and science courses. High school business courses may also prove helpful. 

 A Bachelor's degree in dietetics or a related filed apporved by the Amercian Dietetic Association is required. Registered dietitians must also pass a professional exam and complete a supervised practicum.

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DIETETIC TECHNICIAN

DIETETIC TECHNICIAN

Duties and Responsibilities:
Dietetic Technicians assist dietitians in evaluating, organizing, and conducting nutrition services and programs for schools, hospitals, and industry. They:
•Gather and evaluate diet histories.
•Assist in planning patient meals.
•Provide nutritional counseling.
•Conduct food service operations.
•Oversee food preparation and service.
•Maintain records.
 Average Salary: $16,000 - $30,000

 Educational Requirements:
 Students wanting to become dietetic technicians should graduate from highschool with a well-rounded program. high school busniess courses may prove helpful.

 Dietetic technicians must complete a two-year Associate's Degree program that is accepted by the American Dietetic Association. They must then pass a commision on Dietetics Registration examination.
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DENTAL HYGENIST

DENTAL HYGENIST

Duties and Responsibilities:

Dental hygienists provide preventative treatment for oral health problems. They also educate patients and promote dental health. They may be employed in health departments, nursing homes, hospitals, dental school, or school districts, but usually they work in private dental offices and clinics. Dental hygienists:

• ·         Screen patients for dentists.
• ·         Take and develop radiographs.
• ·         Remove calculus and plaque from teeth.
• ·         Apply preventive treatments to teeth.
• ·         Counsel patients on oral health and teach them appropriate dental health procedures.
• ·         Perform dental office management duties.
• Average Salary: $22,000- $35,000

Educational Requirements:

Dental hygienists must have a high school diploma or GED certificate before participating in dental hygiene education programs.

Dental hygienists usually earn an Associate’s Degree at a community college or private school. To practice, they must also earn a license by passing the Dental Hygiene National Board examination.

Some hygienists earn Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees if they want to teach, do research, or broaden their scope into public health issues.

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DENTAL ASSISTANT

DENTAL ASSISTANT

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Dental assistants help dentists provide dental care. They often work in teams with dental hygienists and laboratory technicians. They may work in health clinics, dental schools, nursing homes, and the military, but usually they work for dentists in private practice. Dental assistant duties include:

• Helping patients feel comfortable during treatment.]\
• Taking and developing dental X-rays
• Taking medical histories for patients.
• Sterilizing and preparing dental instruments and equipment.
• Instructing patients about dental health care to include brushing and flossing.
• Performing office management tasks.

Average Salary: $14,000- $25,000

Educational Requirements:

Dental assistants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.

They must receive additional training at a community college, vocational school, or dental school to learn their skills. Length of programs become certified, dental assistants must pass an examination from the Dental Assisting National Board.

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Clinical Technologist

                                    Clinical Technologist

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Clinical technologists perform more complex laboratory tests procedures than technicians. They also supervise technicians, confirm their tests, and manage laboratory quality control programs.

 Most clinical laboratory specialists work in hospitals, but they are also employed by private practices, medical groups, research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and universities.

Average Salary:

$20,000 - $28,000 (Clinical laboratory technicians)

Educational Requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses in, science, math, and English.

An associate’s degree in the field or completion of specialized in-house training program is required to become a clinical laboratory technician.

A bachelor’s degree in the field is normally required to become a clinical technologist; however some employers accept an associate’s degree and extensive clinical experience  as a substitute. Many technologists pursue additional  graduate education or specialized training to advance their careers in clinical chemistry, blood, banking, and microbiology.

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