HE A LTHC A RE C A R E E R S PERIOD 5
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Athletic Trainer Griffin Overa
Overview Job Duties:Athletic trainers specialize in preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscle and bone injuries and illnesses. Working Conditions:Varying from emergency departments to professional sports Skills & Abilities:Compassion, Decision making skills, Interpersonal skills,Detail oriented
- A typical day as a Athletic Trainer consists ofApplying protective or injury preventive devices, Planning or implementing comprehensive athletic injury or illness prevention programs.Collaborating with physicians to develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries.Advising athletes on the proper use of equipment.Traveling with athletic teams to be available at sporting events.
Requirements Education: Athletic trainers must graduate from an accredited professional program. Those programs are currently at both the bachelor’s and master’s level Training: Once you successfully graduate, you are eligible to take a comprehensive exam administered by the Board of Certification. Once certified, you must maintain ongoing continuing education requirements in order to retain your credential.
Work Who is going to hire me? A professtional sports team or university Salary: $55,306 Opportunities: Locally- 300-610 employed Nationally- 23,450 employed
Reflection
Who would excel? Someone who loves sports and wants to help others remain healthy while participating in sports Am I a good candidate? Yes because I have a passion for helping young athletes Am I still interested in this career? Yes because I love sports and want to be involved with them Best part of this job: Being able to work with professional athletes and provide young athletes with the training and care they need
Works Cited
"ExploreHealthCareers.org." Athletic Trainer. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
"Athletic Trainers." MyFuture.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
"Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
Athletic Therapist Overview:
By Aubrey Costanza
*They provide and apply protective or injury preventive devices. They also perform first aid and emergency care. Provide injured athletes with rehabilitation programs. *Many Athletic Therapists work witihin educational settings. This would include colleges, universities, elementary schools, and secondary schools. This includes working full time and also traveling/working weekends and all types of weather conditions. *Have to have interpersonal and decision making skills.
Education and Training: *Bachelor's degree minimum; Master's degree recommended for advancement *Exercise Science, Athletic Training, and Sports Medicine are the field focus classes. *Nutrition, physiology, athletic training basics, injury prevention are common fields to study
Work:
*Athletic therapists help clients ranging from those who play sports for fun to expert athletes in the NFL NBA NHL and all other professional sports leagues. *Avg. Salary*: $67,300 Salary Range*: $51,900 $82,700
Reflection: Person that would excel in this job would be someone who loves to help others, is quick at making instinctive decisions, and one who has a lot of time to dedicate to the job. I personally still do not wish to pursue this job even after learning more because I want to become a teacher, but it is definitely a great job choice. My personal interests that fit with this job is my love for sports. The best part of this job is the potential opportunity to be able to interact and help all sorts of athletes, even some of the professional ones.
Works Cited: "AllStar Jobs | Your Career, Education & Job Search Resource!" Getting a Career as a Athletic Therapist. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.allstarjobs.com/careers/Health_and_Nursing/Athletic _Therapist>. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://learn.org/articles/Sports_Therapy_Education_Requiremen ts_Frequently_Asked_Questions.html>. "Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 09 May 2016. <http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/athletictrainers.htm#tab3>.
Epidemiologist: Doctors without Borders/Medicines sans Frontieres Hannah Swartos
Period 5
Works Cited Epidemiologists." MSF USA. N.p., 13 Jan. 2014. Web. 16 May 2016 "Epidemiologists." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 16 May 2016 "What Is Epidemiology?" Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 28 Dec. 2015. Web. 16 May 2016 "
Requirements
Master's in Epidemiology/Master's in Public Health w/ focus in epidemiology -at least two years of professional experience -experience as a supervisor/other leadership position -availability for 9-12 months -flexibility
Typical Annual Wage:$69,450 DWB Annual Wage:$22,956
Work Environment -In the field conducting images/collecting samples -Unpredictable, day-by-day
Assets
-flexibility/adaptability -passion -willingness to learn -skills in language
epidemiology-studying the cause o health outcomes and disease
Exercise Physiologist Overview Job Duties Exercise physiologists analyze their patients’ fitness in order to help them improve their health or maintain good health
-Exercise stress tests -Evaluate overall health -Develop individualized exercise prescriptions
Typical Day -Early morning exercise routine -Arrive at workplace to conduct fitness testing/create workouts -Go home and repeat
Work Conditions -Athletic training programs -Corporate wellness programs -Fitness facilities -Hospitals -Military training centers -Rehabilitation clinics
Education/Training
Education Path
Skills and Abilities -Assess physical fitness -Formulate fitness plans -Kinesiology, physiology, nutritional backgrounds
Certifications
-Bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in kinesiology
-Completed a degree in exercise physiology
-Exercise physiology and exercise prescription Business classes (e.g., management, organizational behavior)
-Certified by the American Society of Exercise Physiologists
Work Salary $30,700 and $73,000
Employer
-Sports medicine and athletic training facilities -Makers of athletic equipment -Exercise physiologists also run their own businesses
Workplace -Colleges and universities -Corporate wellness programs -Fitness facilities -Hospitals -Military training centers -Rehabilitation clinics
Local, Inter/National -Depending on the location of clinics, hospitals, colleges, fitness facilities, etc, an exercise physiologist can get a job at these institutions locally, across the nation, or globally
Reflection Would I? -Good candidate -Helps others -Desire of fitness/nutrition -Experience with making exercise plans/routines -Motivated to learn new material
Who Would? -Emphasis on physical fitness -Good standing health -Motivated to help others -Sociable, work well with others -Studious/hardworking
Interested?
Best Part -Getting to place physical fitness as something you get paid to do
-Still a viable career option with -Many pathways and opportunities to -Fits my lifestyle 1) "Exercise Physiology." AKA. N.p., n.d. -Good pay and benefits Web. 17 May 2016. 2) "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Exercise Physiologist. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 May 2016. 3) "Exercise Physiology." Allied Health Profession, n.d. Web.
Work Cited
Forensic Odontologist By: Allyson Harrington
Overview: A forensic odontologist identifies human remains by using face recognition, identify bodies that have been brutally damaged, determine bite marks in cases of assault or abuse, and estimate the age of skeletal remains. Usually odontologist work as dentists and are needed when requested by the law enforcement or a medical examiner., Can go to crime scenes, must always be ready. Requires day and night calls, even holidays. They need to have good motor skills, preicison and accuracy. Can work with complex equipment, need to pay attention to detail and have patience, can't rush anything. Must be able to make accurate conclusions and keep neat and organized records. Typical day is either working a case (depends on case) or practicing dentistry.
Education & Training: They must earn either their Doctor of Dental Science (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DDM) which can range betweent 4 8 years of schooling. A forensic odontologist must go beyond that and take extensive training courses that offer hands on training with real proffesionals. To become certified, an odontologist must work 25 cases and achieve 350 accumaltion points by attending certain meetings and must pass the qualifying exam.
Work: Salary can range between 150,000 185,000. Forensic odontologist usually work in a medical examiners office or can work as a dentist. Sometimes even dental insurance companies or if needed by the law enforcement. They also partake in court cases if needed for consulting. It varies. An odontologist can work really anywhere that has a mourge, funeral home, medical examiner place or even police station. Even in Anacortes. They work mostly inside, only go outside if there is a death case to examine the bodies.
Reflection: I think I could excel at this job, not only am I interested in teeth but have a passion for criminal justice. I would say I'm a good candidate for this job because I sort of have a background in criminal justice and dentistry! I'm more interested in this career more than ever. I didn't know it existed until this project. It caught my attention and peeked my interest. Learning about it more made me want to switch careers. I think the best part of this job is being able to work with law enforcement and just be able to identify a person by examining their teeth.
Works Cited: "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Forensic Odontology. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. "What Is Forensic Dentistry?" How to Become a Crime Scene Investigator. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. "Where Can a Forensic Odontologist Work?" Work. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
Forensic Pathologist Danielle Long Period 5 Overview: Forensic pathologists are experts in investigation and evaluating cases of sudden, unexpected, suspicious and violent deaths using lab science. Working conditions include dissecting dead people, working with decomposed bodies, and also the psychological stress of dealing with grieving families. Key skills and abilities are good communication, reason and problem solving, good use of math and science, and able to perceive and analyze and visualize. A typical day would consist of going to a crime scene, collecting data, going to the lab for answers, getting close with a dead body, going home for the night. Work regular hours but sometimes on call.
Education:
It takes years of training to become a forensic pathologist. High school diploma, then bachelors degree in a science area, complete four years of medical school, three to four years of training in anatomical or clinical pathology, one year fellowship at an approved medicolegal investigation facility. A good certification to have is a board certification.
Work:
Starting salary for newly certified forensic pathologists range from $150,000 to $180,000 annually. Employers usually federal, state, and/or local government agencies. Workplace conditions are indoor labs and offices, regularly exposed to diseases or infections or hazardous equipment, and usually in close contact with corpses. Fewer than 500 physicians nationwide are practicing forensic pathology full time (2010). The need for forensic pathologists is growing with the population with more opportunities in the bigger cities.
Reflection: People who would excel at this job are people who wouldn't mind spending thier life with dead bodies and anyone also interested in the biological sciences and the human body. I am a great candidate for this position. This is exactly what I want to do when I grow up and doing all of this extra research has only grown my interest. The best part of this career would be constantly having a problem to solve and the satisfaction of solving it for the public and yourself.
Work cited: "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Pathologist. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 May 2016. "Pathologist." Science Buddies. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 May 2016. "Forensic Pathologists: The Death Detectives." PBS. PBS, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. Ranson, Professor David. "A Day in the Life of a Forensic Pathologist." Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
Health Administrator Brooklyn Singleton, Human Anatomy - Period 5
Overview: Job Duties - direct the operation of health facilities Working conditions - long hours, variety of settings Skills and abilities - clear communication, interpersonal skills, leadership, problem solving skills & knowledge of healthcare Typical day - observing activities within a healthcare setting/coming up with ways to improve or fix existing services for the organization and community as a whole
Education and Training: Education Pathway - degree seeking programs offered online and/or at universities Retirements, licenses, & degrees - master's degree required for positions beyond entry level/license only required for health administrators of nursing homes
Work: Salary - $40,000-$110,000, larger hospitals pay more than smaller facilities Employers - hospitals, nursing care/mental health care facilities, & medical groups Career Opportunities Local - top three cities: Seattle (500+), Tacoma (200+) & Spokane (80+) National - top six cities: Cincinnati, Columbus, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, San Antonio & Austin (based on employment & economic factors) International - "the demand for international public health workers is enormous"
Reflection: Would I excel at this job?/Am I a good candidate?/Am I interested in this career? I could but I wouldn't want to. It's not a job I'd ever see myself doing and therefore, I wouldn't be the ideal candidate for it. What do I think the best part of the career is? The large opportunity it presents to work abroad, the problem solving aspect of it and the salary
Works Cited "Considering a Degree in Healthcare Administration?" Healthcare Administration. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 May 2016. "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Health Administrator. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 May 2016. "A Day in the Life of a Health Care Administrator: What to Expect." Nicole.gauzens. N.p., 07 May 2013. Web. 15 May 2016. "Top Six Cities for Healthcare Administration Jobs." Top Masters in Healthcare Administration. N.p., n.d. Web. 15 May 2016.
Mental Health Counselor Nicole McInerney
Overview: Job Duties: lead therapy sessions, diagnose people with treatment referrals and treatment plans, and conduct therapy sessions Working Conditions: subject to stress due to helping people cope with their emotional and mental health problems & physical stress due to working full-time, and on weekends and evenings to help clients Skills and Abilities: need to be good at listening, speaking, critical thinking, persuading, being flexible with time, and instructing others Typical Day: work a full day with many clients, working around their clients' schedules, and putting the clients first; they will usually get home late from work, and work on the weekends
Education & Training: Education Path: Rigorous schooling at any college, up to 8 years; major in psychology, education, sociology, master in the science/art of mental health, earn a doctorate degree in psychology Requirements/Degrees: bachelor's degree, master's degree, doctorate & State License
Work: Salary: $41,000 annually; ranges to experience Employer: Hospitals, schools, rehabilitation centers, mental care facilities, prisons
Workplace: Work at elementary, middle and high schools, any hospital, rehabilitation facilities Career Opportunities Local, National, International: Locally, mental health counselors can work at the schools or hospital; nationally, they can work in any city because schools and hospitals are everywhere; internationally is the same
Reflection: People who are empathetic, good listeners, communicators and who are dedicated and committed to education will excel as mental health counselors. I think I could maybe be a good candidate because I enjoy helping people and listening to others; I also think I would enjoy getting a masters and doctorate in college. I am a little interested in being a mental health counselor because it isan interesting and engaging job; it would help others. The best part of this career is getting to work directly with others, and helping them cope with their problems.
Work Cited: "Counseling Careers." Careers in Counseling: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, School Counselors. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. "Counselor Working Conditions." Health Guide USA. N.p., n.d. Web. 16 May 2016. "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Psychologist. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 May 2016. "Mental Health Counselors: Job Description and Career Info." Study.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 16 May 2016.
Midwifery
Midwife: The Basics Overview:
Education and Training:
In order to become a certified midwife, you need to have: a bachelor's degree in Nursing, and a masters degree in Midwifery, as well as pass the exam to officially become a certified midwife.
Midwifery, as known as obstetrics, is the health science and the health profession that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period (including care of the newborn), besides sexual and reproductive health of women throughout their lives.
While midwives are primarily responsible fo walking women through the pregnancy process, from the first appointment to a few weeks after the birth, midwives also work giving gynecological exams, working with women who have reproductive health issue and much more.
Work:
Who hire's midwives? Hospitals and birthing centers. Average Salary: $95,000 $115,000 per year
Midwifery can be practiced internationally.
Average work day: Reflection: Doing exams, having appointments I plan on majoring in Nursing; with expectant mothers, and birthing following that, I hope to obtain my babies. masters degree to become a midwife. Works Cited
"How to Become a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)." RNtoBSN.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 16 May 2016. "Registered Nurse (RN) Salary (United States) United States Home Change Country Don't See What You Are Looking For?Get A Free Custom Salary Report »." Registered Nurse (RN) Salary. N.p., n.d. Web. 16 May 2016. www.midwiferytoday.com Database Source "Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 16 May 2016.
Neurosurgery Lauryn Boelke P.5 Overview
The job duties for a Neurosurgeon are based around specializing in surgery concerning the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. They work in a high pressure environment and may work upwards of 60 hours per week. They must be confident, have good technical skills relating to surgery, be able to think quick on their feet, and have a good level of patience. A typical day involves multiple surgeries, a multitude of consults, examining patients, having to preform emergency surgeries, and assisting in any neurological case in which you would be helpful in.
Education and Training The eduaction process involves completing a premedical undergraduate program, moving on to medical school, and then applying for a medical residency program in which you will study under other neurosurgeons while completing your education. In order to be a practicing Neurosurgeon, one must have a medical liscence and a Doctorate's degree in medicine.
Work The average salary is $393,339. You can get employed at any large hospital in need of a Neurosurgeon. Jobs are available in private offices or clinics, or in public hospitals. Neurosurgeons are needed all over the world, so it would be easy to get a job both here and overseas.
Reflection People who csns think quickly on their feetand areable to learn the advance set of skills and the patience that goes along with it, will excel at this job. I think that I could learn the skill set needed for this job, but I'm not sure if I would have the patience to sit through surguries. With hardwork in college, I feel like I could be a candidate for this job. I am still interested in this career because it's super interesting,and I really enjoy learning about how the brain and body work. I think that the best part of this career is being able to save lives, but also learning about all the amazing things that the brain and nerbous system can do.
Work Cited "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Neurodiagnostic Technologist. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 May 2016. Even though this isn't a Neurosurgery job, it still has a lot of the same things that Neurosurgeons have to regularly practice. "Neurosurgeon Salary (United States) United States Home Change Country Don't See What You Are Looking For? Get A Free Custom Salary Report »." Neurosurgeon Salary. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 May 2016. "Department of Neurosurgery." How Do I Become a Neurosurgeon? N.p., n.d. Web. 13 May 2016.
By Elijah Zachry Period 5 Human Anantomy
Nutrition and Dietetic
Technician Overview A Nutrition and Dietetic Technician help people with their diet and help control their health through helping people make the right food decisions . Working conditions for this job can vary from kitchens or offices. Conditions in a kitchen can get steamy while conditions in offices are usually quiet and less stressful. Generally Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians work parttime. They uses skills and sense such as communication, smell, taste, and coping skills. These skills are use to hlep provide insight and able to work with sick or normal people. The typical day consist of working around a patients schedule with documenting what the patient eats, educating the patient, and tracking the food the patient will be recieveing.
Education and Training Education for a Nutrition and Dietetic Technician requires a person to be enrolled in a Nutrition and Dietetic Technician program with 450 hours of practice.
Work In this career, salary ranges from $30,000 to $63,000. They work in hospitals or in their own business such as a office. Career opportunities locally would be Island Hospital or possibly at a old folks home.
Reflection People that have a sense of detail, care for others health, and somebody that is socialable. I would be a good candidate because I like to help others, I'm very social with others, and working in produce helps me have an insight on food. Yes I'm interested in this job because of the good money and helping others. The best part of the career is helping others and seeing that the progress towards helping somebodies diet for the better.
MLA Format "Dietetic Technician." Dietetic Technician. N.p., n.d. Web. 16 May 2016. "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Nutrition and Dietetic Technician. N.p., n.d. Web. 16 May 2016. "Dietetic Technicians Bring Nutrition To The Table." Occupational Outlook Quarterly 58.2 (2014): 26. MAS Ultra School Edition. Web. 16 May 2016.
Elliot Horstman
Osteopathic Physician Period 5Â
Overview Job Duties - Diagnose illness and injury, administer treatment, and advise patient how to prevent and manage disease. They are fully licensed to diagnose, treat, prescribe medications, and perform surgery. Working Conditions - Mainly primary care physicians, generally work in small private offices or clinics with a small staff of nurses and other administration. collaborate with a small group of other physicians which makes them less independent than solo practitioners Skills and Abilities - Educate patients on how to prevent illness, look at the whole person to find solution instead of just symptoms, communicate wuth a wide variety of people, working in a group setting.
Education and training a minimum of 3 years of college to enter medical school, 4 years of medical school, and 3 to 7 years of residency. Once residency is completed must pass state certification exams to become a certified physician
Work
Salary - 130,000-300,000 Employer - Island Hospital/ Walk-in clinic Career Oppurtunities - up 14% (above average) In Washington 1,890 Nationwide 127,000 Local Bellingham approx. 90 jobs
Reflection Individuals that would excel at this job would most certainly have to be the ones that are ready for a long gruesome journey through college and then medical school and also the residency that follows. People who want to be financially stable in their 60's would also excel in this career oath mainly because of the fact that they will have to be paying off all their schooling and training the years following all the required steps Am I a good candidate - simple answer obviosuly yes because I want to be making bank by the time I'm 35, realistic answer no seems like an impossibld path for someone who didn't even excel in high school Interests - yes, problem solving in a setting like this would be very interesting also the money isn;t too shabby, also the ability to collaborate with other professionals in your field is a huge positive
Works cited
A G, I. AM. "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Osteopathic Physician (D.O.). Easy E, n.d. Web. 17 May 2016. Salzberg, Steven. "Osteopathic Physician vs Doctors." Forbes. Forbes Magazine, n.d. Web. 17 May 2016. "Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 17 May 2016.
Paleoneurology Evolution Of The Mind Olivia White
Overview The study of brains and cognition in extinct organisms, especially through analysis of endocasts-the preserved surfaces of fossil brains, either natural or made by humans through casting or scanning.
Education and Training Neuroscience, paleontology, archaeology, physiology, etc. Doctoral degree, but really just depends on how you use your schooling.
Work Daily job varies. Have to find what to research based on what we know, get grants and funding in order to do their research, and then perform in order to find a result. Typically work through universities or medical facilities, but can vary. a career that depends on networking during your education and the connections you make. wage varies on success, but usually starts around $90,230 for regular medical research. a more advanced career will earn more money.
Reflections
A person who is driven and curious would be good for this job because it is constantly expanding an requires a hefty education. I would be interested in this career because it combines my two favorite subjects: Science and History. The best part of this career is that it is constantly growing, and if you wish, you could pretty easily change what you are studying.
Pediatric Nurse
Overview
Nurses who specialize in pediatrics devote their knowledge and skills to caring for children from infancy through the late teen years and their families. Pediatric nurses can perform physical examinations, measure vital statistics, take blood and urine samples and order diagnostic tests. Parents often prefer to have their children treated by nurses and other health providers who are pediatric specialists, because children have special health care needs. Their bodies are growing and changing, and they often react differently to injury, illness and even common medications. Also children get scared and can’t always clearly communicate “what hurts.” Pediatric nurses know how to talk to children and how to dispel their fears. They also know how to ask children questions about their health, so they can gather complete and accurate information to aid in diagnosis and treatment. In addition, prevention and health is big part of pediatric nursing. Pediatric nurses often staff community health fairs and visit schools to perform physical exams, immunize children, and provide routine health screenings.
Working Conditions
Pediatric nurses work in doctor's offices, clinics, hospitals, surgical centers, and other health center settings. Pediatric nurses also work in schools, in private practice and for community groups and other organizations that provide outpatient and preventive health care services for children, including children who have limited access to health care. Pediatric nurses works closely with a physician who also specializes in pediatric or family medicine. Pediatric nursing duties are similar to nursing duties in other departments, Skills there's more interaction with the patient’s family. Critical thinking skills: pediatric nurses will need to access a patients health, detecting changes in symptoms, health or pain. and will need to know when action is necessary. Compassion: You will need to be sympathetic to a patient's needs, and be able to deal with people in various states of pain, trauma and tragedy. Attention to Detail: Nurses can help doctors operate, administer medicines and work with specific treatments that, if wrong could prove fatal. Attention to detail is CRUCIAL! Organization skills: Nurses will face multiple patients, with differing needs, stages of health and risks. Being organized will be helpful. Calm under Pressure: Nurses might face emergency, lifeordeath
situations. Being able to function in the heat of emergency will be necessary. Patience: Giving care under stressful circumstances requires patience. Communication Skills: Nurses might communicate directly with patients who are scared, in pain or in shock. Families will have questions and want answers. Nurses need to be a patient listener and good communicator to help keep everyone calm and help them understand the situation.
Education and Training Years to complete post high school education is 46 years. To become a
pediatric nurse, you must first achieve certification as a registered nurse(RN). Earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at an accredited four year college, or an associates degree or diploma. Take classes in early childhood development and consider volunteering or finding parttime work in a childcentered environment, such as a day care center or school. After graduation, you must pass a national licensing exam called the NCLEXRN to practice as a registered nurse. Once you’re certified, find a job as an RN in the office of a pediatrician or family doctor, or in the pediatric department of a hospital. Take advantage of “inservice” training and other opportunities to learn more about the unique health and developmental needs of children and adolescents. Once you’ve polished and demonstrated your nursing skills, you can pursue specialized training toward a certificate in pediatric nursing. Or, you may choose to earn a Master’s degree in nursing to become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP). Pediatric nurses Pediatric nurses earn $48,000 to $68,000 a year, although compensation depends on your level of education, experience, geographic location and the type of facility where you work. Experienced pediatric nurses can earn $100,000 a year or more. Also the job outlook is excellent. You could work in Seattle Children's hospital.
Work
Reflection Who would excel at this career is people that love children and likes to
help people. A good candidate is someone that is ver good paying attention to detail, patient, calm under pressure, and also being organized. I would be interested in pursuing this career because I love kids and I'm very patient with them. "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Pediatric Nurse. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. By. Briana Cibrian "Pediatric Nurse Job Description." Snagajob. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. Evers, D. B. (2002). The pediatric nurse's role as health consultant to a child care center. Pediatric Nursing, 28(3), 2315. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/199487902?accountid=1318
OVERVIEW:
PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY Whitney Hogge
Pediatric oncology uses chemotherapy and medication to treat people under the age of 18 from cancer or blood disorders. In a typical day they examine patients, order diagnostic tests, diagnose, and treat patients. They also work with teaching families how to deal with the disorder. They generally work around 40 hours a week but are able to balance time at home. A pediatric oncologist has to deal with around a 75 percent success rate in their area of work. Not all cases end in a positive way making the working conditions difficult.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Obtain a Bachelor's Degree Pass the MCAT (Medical College Admission test) Apply and graduate from Medical School Obtain a Medical License Complete a pediatric residency program and become board certified Participate in a pediatric oncology fellowship Earn board certification in pediatric hematologyoncology
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WORK:
Salary: 180,000250,000 Employer: Work within a hospital, under a pediatric care unit, occasionally owns their own practice Workplace: Usually at a children hospital, mainly children present and very young environment, high work pressure Career opportunities: Around 1,400 current in position, need for them is increasing by around 18%
REFLECTION:
Someone would excel in this field is to have very good communication skills. They need to be clear and straight to the point while still being able to provide comfort to their patients. They need to be sincere and empathetic. They must be flexible. Every case is going to be different and everyone is different. They must be able to handle multiple situations. They need to have interpretation skills. They will need to work and diagnose people so they must be able to work with processes of elimination. They must be task orientated and want to work hard and get the task do. They need to be determined and observant. They must be able to work with children. I am a good candidate because I work extremely hard and love working with kids. I have higher level communication skills and I am empathetic. I can handle high stress and pressure situations. I am still interested in this career because all of the tasks that pediatric oncologist perform interest me. I want a job where I can help others and work with diagnoses. I think the best part of this career is seeing the difference that you have made in not only the patients live, but in the lives of everyone around them. Helping someone to live without pain and curing them would be the best feeling one could have. I want to serve others.
WORKS CITED Hertzog, James H., et al. "Prospective Evaluation Of Propofol Anesthesia In The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit For Elective Oncology Procedures In Ambulatory And Hospitalized Children." Pediatrics 106.4 (2000): 742. Health Source Consumer Edition. Web. 12 May 2016. "Section IV Hematology." ProblemBased Physiology (2010): 7577. Web. "Skills or Talents You Need to Be an Oncologist." Woman. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
Pharmacist Alex Arrendale Period 5
Overview: A pharmacist's job is to fill prescriptions for patients in their establishment. They will also commonly create drugs to fit the needs of the amounts that patients need. Besides that, it is their job to keep meticulous records of each of the patients, to communicate with insurance companies, and to supervise and teach pharmacy technicians.
Education: Typically, people must take 6-8 years of schooling to become a pharmacist. They must first earn a Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science. After that, they must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. That degree can take up to four years to earn. To finish up, they must pass 1-3 national licencing exams. Some states only require 1 of them, but obviously some states are a bit more strict with their laws.
Work:
Pharmacists can work in three places typically: hospitals, store pharmacies, and private practices. Depending on the workplace, the environment can vary from very quiet and small staffed to busy and heavily staffed. The average salary in the United States in 2015 for a pharmacist was $121,500. There are close to 300,000 jobs in America with a 3% increase in job outlook growth over the next 10 years. The field is especially growing on the west coast as well.
Reflection: The main reason that pharmacy is a great field for me is because of the consistency of the job. The idea of having a very scheduled work day and easily predicted flow of work would make a good job for me. Also, I think that the fact that I have a much more scientific brain and want to pursue a field in which I can personally help people qualifies me. I am very interested in this career and can't wait to see if the classes I take in college lead me into that field.
Work Cited: HOW TO BECOME A PHARMACIST:" Learn How To Become. N.p., 2016. Web.
"Pharmacist." Bureau of Labor Statistics. N.p., 17 Dec. 2015. Web.
"What Does a Pharmacist Do?" Sokanu. N.p., 2016. Web.
Phychiatrist Overview: Psychiatrists diagnose and treat people who have mental illnesses. Some of the job duties of a psychiatrist includes, analyze data to diagnose illnesses, counsel patients during office visits, provide treatments such as psychotherapy or medications as well as conducting diagnostic tests, examine medical and family history, and keep detailed records of patients. In a typical work setting, a psychiatrist has a high level of social interaction, often deal with unpleasant, angry and sometimes aggressive patients, sometimes works in a group or team, always works indoors, and are often exposed to diseases and infections from patients. The skills a phychiastrist has is, active listening, critical thinking, persuasion, instructing, etc. A typical day for a psychiatrist involves patient rounds, patient assessments and then treatment.
Education and Training:
Undergraduate trainingAcademic background in the biological and physical sciences. Medical School acceptancebachelor's degree or higher. Medical College Admissions Test. ResidencyMust complete a 4year residency in psychiatry to fulfill state medical board requirements for licensing. emergency psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry and forensic psychiatry.
United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) for M.D. graduates or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) for D.O graduates. Board certification is available through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) for physicians who have finished their specialized residency training requirements.
Work: Salary$210,702 Mental health clinics, psychiatric organizations, universities and hospitals. Mental institutions, groups, selfemployed.
Reflection: An individual who has strong communication skills, is an active listener and is a critical thinker would excel in being a psychiatrist. After reading into this subject, I became very interest, especially when it comes to forensic psychiatry. I find the concept to be extremely interesting and would love the chance to speak with people with mental illnesses to see exactly what their different though process are and be able to help them.
Work Cited: "What Education Is Required to Become a Psychiatrist?" Learning.Org. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. "The Basic DaytoDay Schedule for a Psychiatrist." Work. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.e "WOIS/The Career Information System." WOIS/The Career Information System. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
Physical Therapist Assistant Overview
Daniel Hayes
help patients and clients who have movement difficulties due to injury or disease. Physical therapist assistants perform certain components of physical therapy procedures and related functions.
Education and training
associate degree level (which is a twoyear program) by colleges and universities that are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. All states require PTAs to pass the PTA National Physical Therapy Examination to be licensed or certified to work with patients and clients.
Work
Average Salary is $45,000 Outpatient physical therapy clinics, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, schools, and sports and fitness facilities.
Reflection
Anyone interested in helping others would excel at this job. I belive that I am a good candidate for this career. It has defiently caught my eye. I am still interested in this career. It is most certainly an option for me. I think the best part of this career is that you can help others who are in need.
Works Cited "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Physical Therapist Assistant. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/Career/9/Physical_Therapist_Assista nt>.
"Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physical therapistassistantsandaides.htm>.
"About Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Careers." About Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Careers. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.apta.org/PTACareers/Overview/>.
Physical Therapist By Karly Richardson
Overview
Job Duties ~ As a PT you create specific treatment programs and workouts to fit each patients injuries. you measure there strengths and weaknesses to help insure proper therapy. Treat paitents with workout plans and massage therapy until they are back to full stregth. Working Conditions ~ High levels of social interaction. You are near people almost all of the work day. Mainly indoors. Very relaxed. Skills & Abilities ~ Be in good physical condition. Analyze problems and solve. Understand new information. Use creative thinking to solve problems. manage your time as well as others. Typical Day ~ You work with 68 patients a day. Diagnose injuries and make treatment plans. Analyze the paitients progress and take notes.
Education and training Education Pathway ~ High school and college degrees as well as a lot of training and interning at physical therapy offices. 6 years, 3 years of prePT and 3 years of DPT training. Requirements ~ High school degree, doctorate, internship, and a license.
Work Salary ~ $84,352 Employer ~ Hospitals, Clinics, Personal Clinics, Sports teams, Colleges Workplace~ Physical Therapy section of the hospital, you can run your own clinic, get hired underneath a Physical Therapist who has his own clinic, gyms, colleges. Career Opportunities ~ This job is high demand over washington. lots of places offering work.
Reflection
Who would excel at this job? ~ People that would excel at this job are people that like working with others and have patience with people of all ages. Also people that engoy working out and using creativity to design new treatments. Are you a good candidate? ~ Yes. This is the career that I am persuing in college. I have spent a lot of time in Physical Therapy because of injuries and that is how I knew that this was what I wanted to do. Best part of this career? ~ I think that the best part of this career is that you get to go through the motions with patients and see them recover. It is great to be able to reasure people that everything will be okay and that they get to continue doing what they love once they are back to full health. Work Cited
"WOIS Enter Site Key." WOIS Enter Site Key. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.wois.org/use/careers/viewer.cfm?occnum=100155>. "ExploreHealthCareers.org." Physical Therapist. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/career/70/physical_therapist>. "Physical Therapist (PT) Education Overview." Physical Therapist (PT) Education Overview. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.apta.org/PTEducation/Overview/>
Physical Therapist
Physical Stella Gillman
SINCE 1611 Typical Day:
Varies on where you work. 5-8PM. 5-20 patients a day. Review patient history and develop plan of care,
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Medican Pay: 82,390$
Carrer Opp. and Workplace: Medical Hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation hospitals. home heathcare services, schools, sports teams, universities.
Duties: Health care professionals who diagnose and treat patients who have health conditions limiting ability to preform. Examine and Education & Training develop plan using treatment techniques to 2 years pre rec, 4 restore function, prevent disability, reduce years doctorate= 6 pain. Create programs for patients to do at years schooling. home . 1) Complete Working Conditions: unergraduate Provide care in many settings. Hospitals, Program private practices, outpatient clinics, home 2)Earn a graduate heath agencies, schools, sports and fitness degree facilities, work settings, nursing homes. 3) Meet State Skills: licensing Take patient history, conduct a systems requirements; pass review, preform tests and measures to npte, law exam, identify problems, provide interventions, background check. conduct reexaminations, develop 4) Residency discharge plans. 5) Board certification
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PERSONAL REFLECTION
AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE: Yes, I love to work with people and see people grow overtime and recover from difficult things. I live an active lifestyle and to work with other active people would be great.
WHO WOLD EXCEL AT THIS JOB: Somebody who is determined; long recoveries for patients sometimes. Supportive and compassionate; work with patients who may be embaressed or vulnerable. Fit and heath consious; BEST PART OF JOB: demonstrating activites, role Having the opportunity to work with model. Sociable; working withathletes or students; at a school or for a team. I love kids but teaching isn't for people constantly. me this way I could have the best of both worlds.
Works THANKYOU STELLA GILLMAN
Cited
"Role of a Physical Therapist." Role of a Physical Therapist. N.p., n.d. Web.12 May 2016. "How To Become a Physical Therapist." Study.com. Study.com, 2003. Web . 12 May 2016. Epstein, N. (2001, Mar 20). A role beyond rehab; even the injuryfree may gain from adding a physical t herapist to their fitness program. The Washington Post Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/409091072? accountid=39436
Skills and Abilities
Physician Assitant
Communitcation Reason and problem solving Using math and science Manage time Work with others
Job duties Examine patients Diagnose patients Determine treatment plan Record patients exam results Update charts
Working Conditins High level social contact Deal with unpleasant patients Responsible for health of paitents Work in a group
Typical Day Discuss scheldule for day with doctor Perform physicals, blood tests, xrays and write perscriptions. Can have some emergency patients Admitt patients to hospital
Education pAthway High school diploma Masters degree
Requiments Must be liscensed by state of Washington Salary
$107,572 yearly median in Washington
Work Cited "ExploreHealthCareers.or g." Physician Assistant. Explore Health Career, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. Nemko, Marty. "Physician Assistant: A Day in the Life." US News RSS. U.S News, 19 Dec. 2007. Web. 12 May 2016. "WOIS Enter Site Key." WOIS Enter Site Key. Wois, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
Employer Family medicine General Practice Pediatrics
Workplace Work under supervision of doctor Carrer Opportunties
Demand is growing in Washington State. Specifically with primary care. National demand is very high
Reflection People who are patient and strong in math and science would excel at this job. I would be a good candidate for this job because i enjoy helping others. I am not interested in this career because I am more interested in working with animals. The best part of this career would be helping the paitents.
Angela Kline Period 5 Physician's Assisant
Overview Physician's Assistant is a healthcare professional who works under the supervision of a physician. Their duties can range from giving shots to performing minor surgeries
Education and Training Four years of undergradute followed by a 24month graduate program and passing a national certification exam. This certification must be renewed every two years
Work In Washington, you can work at either a private practice or with a hospital. Their annual median salary in Washington is ($51. 72/hour or $107,572/year). Physician's Assistant's practice all over the country, but there is an especially large demand for them in rural areas.
Reflection ReflectionTo excel in this career, you must be passionate and committed to helping others. I would absolutely be interested in this career. The best part is that you can specialize in whatever you want.
"Physician Assistant." Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6Th Edition (2016): 1. MAS Ultra School Edition. Web. 12 May 2016. "Seeks Career As Physician Assistant." Ebony 52.2 (1996): 24. MAS Ultra School Edition. Web. 12 May 2016. "Physician's Assistant" WOIS. Web. 12 May 2016.
ORGANIC.COM
MAY 2016
Public health EDUCATOR
WORLD WIDE NATIONAL, LOCAL, NON-PROFIT, GOVERN.
VOLUME | 1
"Health Education Jobs | Government Jobs." Health Education Jobs | Government Jobs. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016 "Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. "WOIS Enter Site Key." WOIS Enter Site Key. Wois, n.d. Web.12 May 2016.
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H E A L T H
E D U C A T O R
FOOD | HEALTH | PEOPLE
- HEALTH EDUCATORS ASSESS HEALTH NEEDS AND PLAN EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY, SCHOOL, OR WORK PLACE. HAVE A VERY HIGH LEVEL OF SOCIAL CONTACT.. MAY WORK PART TIME OR FULL TIME.USUALLY WORK REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS.MAY TRAVEL TO MAKE PRESENTATIONS OR GATHER INFORMATION.
TALK WITH MANAGERS, HEALTH SPECIALISTS, CREATE PROGRAMS, PLAN HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS & CLASSES,
$43,840 per year $21.08 per hour HEALTH EDUCATORS NEED AT LEAST A BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN HEALTH EDUCATION OR HEALTH PROMOTION. MOST FIELDS REQUIRE AN INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
13% growth rate 2016-24
TO HELP-
& educate the pubic
Health enthusiasts JOBS ARE AVAILABLE ACROSS THE COUNTRY. IF HIRED BY AN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY YOU ARE GIVEN JOBS ACROSS THE WORLD. CAN WORK PRIVATE COMPANIES AND GOVERNMENT JOBS.
SURGEON MORGAN DRAWDY
Overview:
Perform surgery to diagnose and treat patients. They remove or repair damage to the body from injury or disease. Most surgeons specialize in one area of the body or one type of disorder. Surgeons work in well lighted sterile environments. They may stand for long periods of time
Education and Training: They work full time and may work long, irregular hours and overnight. Education: 4 years undergrad, 4 years medical, 37 years internship and residency programs.
Work:
They can work at hospitals or medical facilities. Surgeons make $395,456 a year. In 10 years there is a 20% increase job outlook.
Reflection:
Surgeons need to be able to work as a team, be responsible, problem solve, think on their feet, like a challenge, improve, and be flexible. I would be a good candidate because I am responsible and I can think on my feet. I'm very competitive, so I like a challenge and I love to improve. I would be interested in pursuing this career because I really like human anatomy and I understand it very well. I also have a strong stomach so open wounds and such won't bother me. The only thing I don't like is how long their schooling and training is. The best part of this career is helping people and doing things that no one else can do in order to help them.
Works Cited: "Section I: Surgical Traits." American College of Surgeons. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <https://www.facs.org/education/resources/residency search/traits>. "Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physiciansand surgeons.htm>. "WOIS Enter Site Key." WOIS Enter Site Key. WOIS, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016. <http://www.wois.org/use/careers/viewer.cfm? occnum=100463>.
Military
SURGEON ERIN MIDDLETON
PERIOD 5
Overview Examine, diagnose and treat or prescribe course of treatment and surgery for patients with injuries or disorders with surgical conditions, and perform required surgery
Training A Doctorate of Medicine must be obtained, and applicants need to meet health, character and age requirements. In addition, a security clearance may be required. Doctors may need to hold a current state medical license and currently practice in the United States. All military members sign a contract that includes a minimum amount of service time.
Work Military surgeons make between $98,959 and $244,168 annually. Workplace may be hectic and requires the surgeon to make time-sensitive decisions and work in imperfect conditions.
Reflection Individuals that adjust easily to different situations, can make decisions very quickly, be able to handle stressful situations well, and are physically fit would be good candidates for this career.
This career is attractive to me because it would be very demanding and exciting. I would do well in stressful settings and handling intense situations. I would not enjoy going through all the schooling to get an M.D., and I would not do well travelling around all the time.
Work Cited "Become a Military Doctor." Study.com. Study.com, n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
"Careers in the Military ::." Careers in the Military ::. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.
"General Surgeon Jobs (61J)." Goarmy.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 May 2016.