Careers in Medical Fields
A career in the medical field can take years of college and coursework, clinicals and examinations. However, some medical jobs require little to no training. The main objective of working in the medical field is to provide advice, treatment and care for patients.
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Physicians and Surgeons
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Being a physician or surgeon is one career path a person wanting to enter the medical field may choose. Physician and surgeons diagnose illnesses and prescribe and administer treatment for patients suffering from injuries and disease. To become a physician or surgeon, the educational career path typically consists of completing four years of undergraduate study, four years of medical school and three to eight years of residency, depending on the medical specialty of the person. Physicians and surgeons work long hours, and can make $320,000 or more annually.
Registered Nurses
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A registered nurse administers medication and care to patients. A nurse may be responsible for the overall care of patient, under the direction of a physician. Registered nurses are put in charge of other nurses, including licensed practical nurses and nursing aides. To become a registered nurse, you need a two-year associate degree in a nursing program, a Bachelor of Science in nursing or a master's in nursing.
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Dentists
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A dentist has the job of treating problems with teeth and tissues in the mouth. A dentist also gives advice and administers care to a person to prevent future problems. Doctors are trained and educated in how to operate a variety of dental equipment. Some of the equipment a dentist uses are X-ray machines, mouth mirrors, drills, forceps, brushes and probes. Most dentists have completed a bachelor's degree program, along with four more years of dental school. To become licensed, dentists must take and pass the National Board Dental Examinations (NBDEs) in their state.
Veterinarians
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A veterinarian provides care for the health of animals--whether they are kept in zoos, used as pets, performing at racetracks or used in laboratories. Some veterinarians use their skill and training to protect humans against diseases that are carried by animals, conducting clinical research on human and animal health problems. In addition to treating wounds and illnesses, a veterinarian performs surgeries. To become a veterinarian, a you need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a state license.
Office Positions
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Working in the medical field does not necessarily mean a person has to be a nurse or doctor. There are office positions in the medical field that a person can have. This medical career path requires less education as other medical positions. A person can work as an office assistant, medical coder or transcriptionist. There is medical terminology and training a person needs to obtain before occupying these positions. Maintaining customer files and records, scheduling appointments and accepting payment for medical services are duties a person may learn while on the job.
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