Types of Medical Professions
If you're considering a career in the medical field, you have a lot of options to consider. Becoming a doctor is a popular career choice, however there are many other opportunities. You may choose to work hands-on with patients as a nurse or perform administrative duties as a medical biller. You may also choose to specialize in a certain field, such as labor and delivery, pediatrics or geriatrics. Whatever your choice is, you can be certain that the medical profession is a stable career path with plenty of job opportunities.
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Nursing
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There is a high demand for professional nurses. Nurses carry out a variety of duties, including screening patients by assessing their symptoms, working to prevent diseases, helping patients deal with their illnesses, assisting physicians, administering injections and medicines and assisting in exams, treatments and surgeries. They also help to maintain records and may perform office duties (in smaller practices). A nurse may choose to specialize in a certain area of medicine, such as emergency or diabetic nursing, or may work with a certain patient-type, such as in a correctional facility or at a school. The average salary for a nurse is $49,000, according to simplyhired.com.
Medical Billing
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Do you want to work in the medical field, but would prefer not to work directly with patients? Medical billing may be the job for you. Medical billers are liaisons with insurance companies and reviews records. They determine discounts and create itemized bills. Medical billers should have a basic understanding of anatomy, physiology or biology, as well as knowledge of the medical billing coding system. After they gain experience working in an office, medical billers may be able to perform their work from home. The average salary for a medical biller is $29,000, according to simplyhired.com.
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Nutritionist
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Healthy nutrition is essential for preventing and overcoming diseases. Nutritionists design healthy meal plans for individuals or groups of people. They take into account any special needs a patient has, such as a reduced-fat diet for those with high cholesterol. They may oversee the preparation of food. Nutritionists also educate their clients on healthy eating habits. Nutritionists may work with their own clients, or they may work in a school, retirement community or in a hospital. The average salary for a nutritionist is $37,000, according to simplyhired.com.
Paramedic
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If you prefer a fast-paced and constantly changing work environment, you may be suited to be a paramedic. Paramedics are first-responders. They are dispatched to a patient's location by the 911 operator. They take the patient's vitals and administer emergency care to victims of accidents, heart attack or stroke patients, gunshot wound victims or other people requiring emergency medical care. If necessary, paramedics will transport the patient to a hospital. Many paramedic positions in rural areas are volunteer positions, so if you're looking for a career as a paramedic, try a metropolitan area for employment. For a paid paramedic position, the average salary is $41,000, according to simplyhired.com.
Pharmacist
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A pharmacist deals exclusively with medications--prescription drugs as well as over-the-counter drugs. They assess the proper dosages, formulations, fill prescriptions and are also responsible for correctly storing drugs. A pharmacist advises the patient on how to take a medication correctly and which side effects they may experience. Pharmacists often work in drugstores, however they can also find employment in hospitals, clinics and retirement communities. The average salary for a pharmacist is $70,000, according to simplyhired.com.
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