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Types of Employers
Types of Employers
Not only are there many types of healthcare careers, but there are many different types of places to work. Keep this in mind as you think about the lifestyle you want.
- Hospitals
- Medical schools
- Large corporations
- Military
- Small Local Clinics
- Colleges or universities
- Jails / Prisons
- Government agencies
Laboratory
- Federal, state, & local health departments
- Home Health (in the patient's home)
- Mental health institutions
- Nursing homes
- Private or group practice
- Rehabilitation centers
- Schools
You may think "doctor" or "nurse" when you think of health careers, but there are hundreds of other options that may not take as long or cost as much to become qualified for. In addition, the variety of careers in healthcare means there very well may be a career that fits your personality style perfectly and fulfills your desire to help in this world.
Careers in Medicine
Acupuncturist
Allergology - Allergies: Specialists in allergy and immunology work with both adult and pediatric patients suffering from allergies and diseases of the respiratory tract or immune system. They may help patients suffering from common diseases such as asthma, food and drug allergies, immune deficiencies, and diseases of the lung. Specialists in allergy and immunology can pursue opportunities in research, education, or clinical practice.
Anesthesiology – Anesthesia: Anesthesiology is the branch of medicine dedicated to pain relief for patients before, during, and after surgery. Anesthisiology Subspecialties:
Critical care medicine
Hospice and palliative care
Pain medicine
Pediatric anesthesiology
Sleep medicine
Audiology (AUDT) - Hearing
Perfusionist - circulation equipment
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) - works with sports teams - Master's Degree
Chiropractic – Adjusting Vertebrae
Data/Information/Health Records/Transcription/Administration
Dermatology - skin health: Dermatologists are physicians who treat adult and pediatric patients with disorders of the skin, hair, nails, and adjacent mucous membranes. They diagnose everything from skin cancer, tumors, inflammatory diseases of the skin, and infectious diseases. They also perform skin biopsies and dermatological surgical procedures.
Emergency Medicine provides care for adult and pediatric patients in emergency situations. These specialists provide immediate decision-making and action to save lives and prevent further injury. They help patients in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and assisting patients once they arrive in the emergency department.
Medical Toxicology
Hyperbaric medicine
Exercise Physiologist - teach how to use exercise as medicine or a wellness practice - Bachelor's Degree
Family Physician / General Practice: family medicine focuses on integrated care and treating the patient as a whole. Physicians who specialize in family medicine treat patients of all ages. They are extensively trained to provide comprehensive health care and treat most ailments.
Genetics
Biochemical genetics
Clinical cytogenetics
Clinical genetics
Molecular genetic pathology
Gerontology (Geriatric Medicine) - Elderly care
Health and Wellness Director - large companies have this
Health and Safety Expert - monitor workplace conditions
Hematology - blood
Immunology – Immune System
Infectious disease
Internist / General Surgeon: An internist is a physician who treats diseases of the heart, blood, kidneys, joints, digestive, respiratory, and vascular systems of adolescent, adult, and elderly patients. These physicians provide long-term and comprehensive care in hospitals and offices. They also address disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, and mental health.
Kinesiologist - help clients in mechanics of movement - Bachelor's Degree
Massage Therapist
Mortician / Coroner / Funeral Director
Naturopath - Naturopathic medicine is a system that uses natural remedies to help the body heal itself. It embraces many therapies, including herbs, massage, acupuncture, exercise, and nutritional counseling.
Lactation Consultant - Mothers nursing babies
Nephrology - kidneys
Neurologist: Neurology is the specialty pertaining to nerves and the nervous system. Neurologists diagnose and treat diseases of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels. Much of neurology is consultative, as neurologists treat patients suffering from strokes, Alzheimer’s disease, seizure disorders, and spinal cord disorders.
Brain injury medicine
Child neurology
Clinical neurophysiology
Endovascular surgical neuroradiology
Neurodevelopmental disabilities
Neuromuscular medicine
Vascular neurology
Nuclear Medicine: Use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat diseases. Utilizing techniques such as scintigraphy, these physicians analyze images of the body's organs to visualize certain diseases. They may also use radiopharmaceuticals to treat hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, tumors, and bone cancer.
Occupational Therapist (OT) - teach clients how to manage activities of daily living - Master's Degree or Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Associate's Degree
Otolaryngologist - ears, nose and throat
Oncology - Cancer
Orthopedic Surgeon – bones and muscles
Orthotist or Prosthetist - prosthetics (fake arms and legs)
Pain Medicine
Palliative Medicine Physician (Hospice) - end of life care
Pathology - the study of disease: A physician specializing in pathology studies the causes and nature of diseases. Through microscopic examination and clinical lab tests, pathologists work to diagnose, monitor, and treat diseases. They examine tissues, cells, and body fluids, applying biological, chemical, and physical sciences within the laboratory. They may examine tissues to determine whether an organ transplant is needed, or they may examine the blood of a pregnant woman to ensure the health of the fetus.
Anatomical pathology
Blood banking and transfusion medicine
Chemical pathology
Clinical pathology
Cytopathology
Forensic pathology
Genetic pathology
Hematology
Immunopathology
Medical microbiology
Molecular pathology
Neuropathology
Pediatric pathology
Pediatrics - Children: Physicians specializing in pediatrics work to diagnose and treat patients from infancy through adolescence. Pediatricians practice preventative medicine and also diagnose common childhood diseases, such as asthma, allergies, and croup. They may work as a primary care pediatrician treating an array of ailments, or practice a specialty.
Personal Trainer - teach clients best fitness practices - Certificate
Phlebotomist – Drawing Blood
Physical Therapist (PT) - help clients rehabilitate after injury - Doctorate Degree or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Associate's Degree
Podiatrist - Feet or Pedorthist (makes footwear)
Proctology - lower part of the large intestine
Preventative Medicine: Physicians specializing in preventative medicine work to prevent disease by promoting patient health and well-being. Their expertise goes far beyond preventative practices in clinical medicine, covering elements of biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental and occupational medicine, and even the evaluation and management of health services and healthcare organizations. The field combines interdisciplinary elements of medical, social, economic, and behavioral sciences to understand the causes of disease and injury in population groups.
Preventative Medicine Subspecialties:
Aerospace medicine
Medical toxicology
Occupational medicine
Public health medicine
Public Health - Community Health Management
Pulmonologist - lungs
Radiologist - Use of X-rays and radiation to diagnose and treat disease
Radiation Oncology: Treat cancer with the use of high-energy radiation therapy. By targeting radiation doses in small areas of the body, radiation oncologists damage the DNA of cancer cells, preventing further growth.
Recreational Therapist (RRT/RTR) - use leisure activities as therapy - Bachelor's Degree
Respiratory Therapist - Breathing
Sleep Medicine
Sports Medicine Physician - treat patients with athletic injuries - Medical Doctorate
Urology – Urinary System: Urology is the healthcare segment that cares for the male and female urinary tract, including kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. It also deals with the male sex organs. Urologists have knowledge of surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, and more.
Pediatric urology
Urologic oncology
Renal transplant
Male infertility
Calculi
Female urology
Neurourology
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