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Healthcare Careers

Healthcare careers are diverse and vital in maintaining the well-being of individuals across various medical needs and settings. A wide range of professionals work together to provide care, support, and treatment. The following are examples of healthcare careers:

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Athletic Trainer, Chiropractor, Clinical Lab Technologists and Technician, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienists, Dentists, Dietitians And Nutritionists, EMT and Paramedics, Genetic Counselors, Health Information Technologists, Home Health and Personal Care Aides, Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses, Massage Therapists, Medical Assistants, Medical Dosimetrists, Medical Records Specialists, Medical Transcriptionists, Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, Nursing Assistants, Occupational Health Specialists, Occupational Therapists, Opticians, Optometrists, Orthotists and Prosthetists, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Phlebotomists, Physical Therapists and Assistants, Physicians and Surgeons, Podiatrist, Psychiatric Technicians and Aides, Radiation Therapists, Radiologic and MRI Technologists, Recreational Therapists, Registered Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Surgical Assistants, Veterinarians, Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers, and Veterinary Technologist and Technicians.

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Each of these healthcare roles contributes significantly to the well-being of patients, showcasing the breadth of expertise required to provide quality care across various fields of medicine. Whether through direct patient care, medical technology, administrative support, or specialized therapy, healthcare careers offer meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact on health and wellness.

 

Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for more information on each profession.

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Partnership with:

Knight Cancer Institute. Linn-Benton Community College,

Western Oregon University Nursing, Willamette University Pre-Med, COMP-NW, Western University PT

The Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provided financial support for this program as part of a subaward totaling $123,494 (53% of funding). The contents are those of the author(s) and may not reflect the policies of the Department of Health and Human Services or the U.S. Government.

Last updated: Monday, March 17th, 2025

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