Author : Jeanne Nagle
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 26,43 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1477717005
Finding a job in healthcare is no easy task, especially in two years, but this title teaches readers how by focusing in on jobs, such as transcriptionists, health information managers, and administrative staff, that are accessible to those with two-year degrees. Further, this book guides readers through the maze of industry terminology and practices that can often discourage young job-seekers.
Author : Amie Jane Leavitt
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 47,91 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1477716947
In hospitals and clinics, there are people who, among other thing, take X-rays, MRIs, CAT-scans, and ultrasounds. And there are those who repair that same equipment. There are also people who work in research laboratories, veterinary offices, and dental and ophthalmology offices. All of these people work in the field of medical technology. Readers will get a detailed description of some of these jobs as well as a selection of in-depth personal interviews with people who are currently employed in the industry. They will find out what education they'll need, how to find a job, and how to climb the health-care ladder as a medical technology professional.
Author : Jeri Freedman
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 22,43 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1477717013
The health care industry offers many opportunities for a challenging and fulfilling career with only two years of post-high school education. Workers in the hospital and home health fields provide essential care around the clock to some of the most vulnerable patients and the elderly. Readers explore a range of career options within these fields, including practical or visiting nurse, social service aide, home health aide, and medical equipment technician, among others. Clear, accessible text and evocative photos give a sense of each job's responsibilities and work environment. Useful information about training requirements, certification and licensing tests, and paths to advancement empower readers to pursue their goals.
Author : Daniel E. Harmon
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 16,83 MB
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 1508185069
Many students who are interested in a career in eye care do not realize the wide range of job opportunities available. Although optometrists and ophthalmologists obtain advanced degrees, most of the staff who support them require no more than two years of higher education. The jobs described in this handy resource include optician, ophthalmic laboratory and medical technician, ophthalmic photographer, medical equipment repairer, medical assistant, receptionist, insurance claims and policy processing clerk, and financial coordinator, among others. Job training and educational requirements are examined as well as job search strategies, creating a resume and cover letter, and preparing for an interview.
Author : Tamra B. Orr
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 45,61 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 147771703X
For readers interested in becoming a pharmacy technician, manufacturing technician, pharmaceutical sales representative, pharmacy billing specialist, pharmacy records manager, or pharmacy clerk, among other jobs, this guide encourages them to start doing their homework now by taking any high school, honors, college prep, or community college science and math classes available. Invaluable information regarding job training, certification, and associate's degrees is provided. The relative merits and advantages of online, community college, traditional university, and 2- and 4-year programs are analyzed and discussed. Networking is also emphasized. This valuable volume will help direct readers to a great pharmaceutical industry career.
Author : Ann Byers
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 25,70 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1477716912
Nutrition is the study of food composition and the effect of the various components of food on the body. Dietetics is the application of the principles of nutrition to health. This resource explains the training and certification required for dietitians and nutritionists, the types of career choices (clinical, public health, and food service), and possible career paths (practitioner, educator, researcher, administrator, and consultant). Sidebars include the professional experiences of a registered dietitian, dietetic technician, community nutritionist, and a supermarket dietitian. The text assesses clinical nutrition and dietetics, community nutrition, food service systems, nutritional counseling, and careers in business and industry.
Author : Marcia Amidon Lusted
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 24,97 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1477717048
Jobs in physical therapy and rehabilitation are an excellent choice for those who want a secure, in-demand career that makes a difference in people's lives. In many states, rewarding positions in the field can be accessed with an associate's degree. Working under the direction of physical therapists and occupational therapists, PT assistants and aides help patients recover from injuries, illnesses, and surgery, while OT assistants and aides help patients with disabilities learn skills to function successfully in everyday life. Enhanced with sidebars and vivid photos, the text describes typical working environments, tasks, equipment, and approaches in these fields, as well as the education needed to start a career.
Author : Joe Greek
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 22,38 MB
Release : 2020-07-15
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 1725341638
Modern health care must stay on the cutting edge if the field expects to keep up with ever more difficult demands, as new health conditions crop up and populations age. The newest diagnostic machines, network infrastructures, and surgical tools are examined in this book. It imparts crucial guidance to future health care workers who will have to acclimate to and master them. Readers will learn how tech augments care, how technologies have changed health care over time, and what is developing as future innovations.
Author : Jahangir Moini
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 11,94 MB
Release : 2017-04-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1317216768
All health care students must be familiar with the basic concepts of health care in the United States. This introductory textbook presents vital information on health care careers and legal, ethical, financial, and policy issues that will help their future practice. It includes chapters on: careers in the health care profession; the complexity of health care; the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; professionalism in health; health care for special populations; the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards; research and advancements in health care; the future of health care. Fundamentals of U.S. Health Care is unique in the way it highlights the important elements of each health career, including job requirements, length of study, and salaries. With the student in mind, this book is accompanied by a website that features detailed PowerPoints and test banks with more than 1,000 review questions. Well-organized and easily understood, this overview provides a reliable, relevant resource and up-to-date reference. It is essential reading for all allied health students, including nurses, surgical technicians, dental hygienists, radiology technicians, medical assistants, pharmacy technicians, physician assistants, and more.
Author : Jeanne Nagle
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 28,7 MB
Release : 2018-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1508180016
From the deepest underground mines to vast northwest forests, North America is still a land of opportunity when it comes to jobs in resource extraction. Miners and loggers are the hands-on workers in two industries that provide us with raw materials for products and many household and daily necessities. This book highlights these physically demanding but potentially lucrative occupations, and gives young readers detailed guidance on how to break into them. It also provides tips on safety and health, advancement, and many other aspects of these vital economic sectors.
