Career Pathways & Job Listing

Sample occupations associated with Health Science and Medical Terminology:  

A. Biotechnology Pathway

The standards for the applications of the Biotechnology pathway relate to occupations and functions relevant for understanding and solving biomedical problems and creating products to improve the quality of human life. The standards represent knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in diverse careers in this pathway.

Sample occupations associated with this pathway:

·       Clinical Trials Research Coordinator

·       Forensic Pathologist

·       Biostatistician

·       Geneticist Lab Assistant

A1.0 Define and assess biotechnology and recognize the diverse applications and impact on society.

A1.1 Use data to explain how biotechnology fields such as pharmaceuticals, agriculture, diagnostics, industrial products, instrumentation, and research and development are impacting human life.

A1.2 Describe the use of model organisms in biotechnology research and manufacturing.

A1.4 Research and identify public misunderstandings related to biotechnology and discern the source of these misunderstandings.

A1.5 Evaluate the impact of biotechnological applications on both developing and industrial societies, including legal and judicial practices.

A1.6 Explore and outline the various science and non-science fields and careers associated with biotechnology.

B. Patient Care Pathway

The standards for the Patient Care pathway apply to occupations or functions involved in the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of mental and physical well-being through the services offered by the medical and allied health professions. The standards specify the knowledge and skills needed by professional and technical personnel pursuing careers in this pathway.

Sample occupations associated with this pathway:

·       Kinesiotherapist

·       Nurse Anesthetist

·       Respiratory Therapist

·       Radiologic Technician

·       Dental Hygienist

·       Emergency Medical Technician / ER Teach

B1.0 Recognize the integrated systems approach to health care delivery services: prevention, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment

B1.1 Know relationship and use of an integrated health care delivery system.

B1.2 Understand the range between prevention, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment procedures.

B1.3 Understand the significance of nontraditional approaches to health care in relationship to delivery systems.

B1.4 Illustrate the value of preventive and early intervention in relationship to health care practices.

B1.5 Describe the importance of reimbursement systems in relationship to the delivery of patient care.

B2.0 Understand the basic structure and function of the human body and relate normal function to common disorders.

B2.1 Know basic human body structure and function in relationship to specific care between prevention, diagnosis, pathology, and treatment.

B2.2 Describe basic stages of growth and development.

B2.3 Recognize common disease and disorders of the human body.

B2.4 Compare normal function.

C. Mental and Behavioral Health Pathway

The standards for mental and behavioral health relate to occupations that assist clients on their journey toward better health. Collaborating with other departments as members of interdisciplinary teams of mental health professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, registered nurses, and other disciplines, they assist with delivery of appropriate, quality treatment to patients with behavioral health concerns, psychological crises, and other biopsychological problems.

Sample occupations associated with this pathway:

·       Mental Health Therapist

·       Outreach Coordinator

·       Psychologist

·       Psychiatric Technician

·       Mental Health Researcher

F1.0 Recognize and interpret principles of community engagement.

F1.1 Identify and describe prevention and early intervention barriers to mental health care.

F1.2 Define the psycho-education approach and describe how it is used as a tool to help consumers and their families learn more about managing their mental illness.

F1.3 Define the principles of community engagement and how they apply to community based participatory research.

F1.4 Use and apply community-based participatory research methods to increase community participation and resources.

F1.5 Develop and explore basic outreach approaches that can be successful in increasing awareness about mental health services.

F1.6 Research and organize community resources that promote community wellness.

F1.7 Advocate community inclusion and social roles such as; supported housing, employment, education, parenting, citizenship, and anti-stigma.

F2.0 Demonstrate the ability to build relationships by communicating empathy.

F2.1 Describe the elements of active listening.

F2.2 Demonstrate active listening by connecting new knowledge or experiences with prior knowledge and problem solving.

F2.3 Differentiate between giving advice and active listening by constructing real-life

examples.

F2.4 Build strong verbal knowledge to frame language in ways that increase engagement.

F2.5 Recognize complex language semantics and make appropriate adaptations for the community being served.

F2.6 Build on communication by using motivational interviewing as an engagement tool.