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Advanced Practice Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) are registered nurses who have obtained advanced education and clinical training, allowing them to provide a higher level of care. This category includes Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs), Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs), and Certified Registered Nurse…
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Dietitians and Nutritionists
Dietitians and nutritionists are experts in food and nutrition. They advise individuals and groups on healthy eating habits to promote wellness, manage diseases, and improve overall health. Dietitians often have specific credentials (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - RDN) and may work in healthcare settings, schools,…
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General Physicians
General Physicians, often referred to as primary care physicians, provide comprehensive healthcare services for individuals and families across all ages. They focus on preventive care, diagnose and treat common illnesses, manage chronic conditions, and often serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical…
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Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners
This is a broad category encompassing healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries. It includes a wide range of practitioners such as physicians, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, and other specialized healthcare providers who directly examine, diagnose, and manage patient health conditions.…
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Healthcare Data and Records Management Specialists
Healthcare Data and Records Management Specialists are responsible for maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and security of patient health information. They organize, code, and manage electronic and paper health records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and often utilize data analytics to improve…
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Imaging and Radiologic Technicians
Imaging and Radiologic Technicians operate medical imaging equipment, such as X-ray, CT, and MRI scanners, to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. They prepare patients for procedures, position them correctly, and ensure the quality and safety of the images.…
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Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Medical and clinical laboratory technologists, also known as medical laboratory scientists, perform complex tests and analyses on blood, tissues, and other body fluids to help diagnose and treat diseases. They operate sophisticated laboratory equipment, analyze results, and ensure the accuracy and quality of testing. They…
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Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapists (OTs) help people across the lifespan participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities (occupations). They enable people to live life to its fullest by promoting health, preventing injury, illness, and disability, and by adapting task or…
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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians assist ophthalmologists (eye doctors) in providing patient care. Their duties can include taking patient medical histories, performing various diagnostic tests (such as visual acuity, intraocular pressure, and retinal imaging), administering eye medications, and educating patients about their…
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Optometrists
Optometrists are healthcare professionals who examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures, as well as diagnose related systemic conditions. They prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, vision therapy, and in some states, medications.…