List of healthcare occupations
List of healthcare occupations
Healthcare occupations encompass a wide range of jobs that provide various services to patients and the community. These occupations are essential for maintaining public health, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and ensuring the overall well-being of individuals. Below is a comprehensive list of healthcare occupations, categorized by their primary functions.
Medical Practitioners[edit | edit source]
Nursing and Midwifery[edit | edit source]
- Registered Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Midwife
- Nurse Anesthetist
Allied Health Professionals[edit | edit source]
- Pharmacist
- Physical Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Radiologic Technologist
- Respiratory Therapist
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Dietitian
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
Emergency Medical Services[edit | edit source]
Mental Health Professionals[edit | edit source]
Dental Professionals[edit | edit source]
Administrative and Support Roles[edit | edit source]
- Medical Secretary
- Health Information Technician
- Medical Biller
- Medical Coder
- Healthcare Administrator
Technicians and Technologists[edit | edit source]
- Surgical Technologist
- Cardiovascular Technologist
- Dialysis Technician
- Phlebotomist
- Radiation Therapist
Alternative Medicine Practitioners[edit | edit source]
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Allied health professions
- Emergency medical services
- Mental health
- Dentistry
- Healthcare administration
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