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Description Pathway jobs deal with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of tooth and gum problems. |
The Future The demand for this group of jobs is expected to grow slower than for other health occupations. Although the number of aging adults is steadily increasing, fewer problems with tooth decay are seen throughout the population, especially in children and younger adults. Many dental assistants and dental hygienist jobs are part-time. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are a good listener Enjoy Working with people Enjoy working with your hands |
Suggested activities: Children's Hospital Dental Clinic Columbus City Health Dept. Dental Clinic Faith Mission Dental Clinic OSU Dental Clinic |
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Otterbein College
Ohio State University
Columbus State Community College
Capital University |
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Description Health diagnostic jobs involve examination and evaluation of the patient/ client for the purpose of determining what medical condition may exist. This is usually accomplished through specific laboratory or x-ray testing. |
The Future The future for health diagnostic jobs is good because as the general population ages, the need for health services increases. Improved technology in diagnostic equipment creates an ongoing need for persons trained in the operation of the equipment. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are composed and alert in a crisis Are a good listener Are flexible and enjoy varied tasks Enjoy working with people Have good organizational skills |
Volunteer at:
Medical Laboratory Physician's office Urgent Care Facility |
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Ohio State University Bachelors and Advanced degrees in Medical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Nuclear medicine, Radio logic Technology, Radiology
Columbus State Community College
Certificates: Basic Electrocardiography
Capital University |
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Description Health information is the group of jobs that deal with office support and management of health care records and their effort on payment and delivery of services. |
The Future The future for health information jobs is very good because the job openings are expected to grow much faster than the number of workers being trained. Much of this is reflected in the increased number of aging adults that will require health care services and the need to monitor the quality of care in relation to cost and reimbursement under the managed care system. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Enjoy working with people Have good organizational skills Like working in an office environment |
Suggested volunteer work at a/an:
Hospital medical records department Insurance company in the health insurance department Physician's office |
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Ohio State University Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
Columbus State Community College
Associate Degree: Health Information Management |
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Description Jobs in the medical pathway involve examination and evaluation of the patient/client for the purpose of determining what medical condition may exist. In addition most of the jobs in this field involve the treatment or determination of the plan of treatment for the patient/client. Jobs in pharmacy involve advising health care practitioners on the selection, dosages, interactions and side effects of medication. |
The Future The future for jobs in the medical pathway is good, especially if the individual becomes a physician in the areas of family practice, geriatrics or preventive care. Physicians are most likely to work as part of a group practice or medical network. The growing and aging population will also drive the overall growth in the number of physicians, pharmacists and medical assistants. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are composed and alert in a crisis Are a good listener Are flexible and enjoy varied tasks Enjoy working with people Excel at chemistry and math Have good organizational skills |
Suggested volunteer work at a/an:
Hospital Pharmacy Long Term Care Facility Physician's office Retail pharmacy Urgent Care Facility |
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Capital University Pre-medicine, biological science, sports medicine majors Columbus State Community College Associate degrees: Medical Assisting, Medical Laboratory, Multi Competency Health, Respiratory Therapy
Certificates: Basic Electrocardiography, Histology
Ohio State University |
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Description Mental Health jobs involve observation and evaluation of the patient/client's well-being and the delivery of appropriate services to promote optimal mental health. These duties include helping individuals deal with addictions and drug abuse, suicide, stress management and problems with self-esteem. In addition these workers deal with issues associated with aging, career concerns, mental and emotional health, family, parenting and marital problems. |
The Future Rapid job growth is expected among mental health workers. Employees are increasingly offering assistance programs which provide mental health, alcohol and drug abuse programs. A growing number of elderly people are expected to use these services as society focuses on ways to promote mental well-being. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are a good listener and observer Enjoy helping other people Have an interest in health and wellness |
Suggested volunteer work at a/an:
Group homes Mental Health Centers Veterans Administration Clinics |
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Capital University BS & MS in Nursing Bachelor's of Social Work Pre-Medicine Major
Columbus State Community College
Franklin University
Otterbein College
Ohio State University
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Description Nursing and Emergency Service jobs involve observation and evaluation of the patient/client and the delivery of appropriate services based on patient/client need. |
The Future The future for nursing and emergency service jobs is very good because the job openings are expected to grow much faster than the number of workers being trained. Much of this is reflected in the increased number of aging adults that will require health care services. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are a good listener and observer Are composed and alert in a crisis Enjoy helping other people Have an interest in health and wellness |
Suggested volunteer work:
Volunteer as a Candy Striper in a hospital Read mail to nursing home residents Assemble hospital/nursing home marketing brochures |
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Capital University BS in Nursing MS in Nursing Columbus State Community College Certificates: Home Health Aide, Nurse Assisting, Patient Care Tech Associate Degree: EMT, Medical Assisting, Nursing, Respiratory Therapist
Franklin University
Otterbein College
Ohio State University |
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Description Optical jobs deal with assessment, treatment, prevention and monitoring of problems associated with the eye and vision. Some of these jobs involve taking the prescribed eyeglass lenses and tinting, polishing, and fitting them into the selected frames so that the customer can see correctly. |
The Future The future for optical jobs is good because the job openings are expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations. This growth will occur in response to the vision care needs of a growing and aging population. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are a good listener Enjoy working with people Have good manual dexterity |
Suggested volunteer work:
Eye Care Center Optometrist office Ophthalmologist office Optical Lab OSU Eye Clinic |
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Ohio State University Advanced Degree in Optometry Advanced Degree in Medicine (can specialize in ophthalmology) |
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Description Rehabilitation jobs deal with improving and maintaining the patient/client's physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Many of the jobs require teaching and assisting the patient with repetitive physical, verbal and mental exercises. |
The Future The future for rehabilitation services is very good because the job openings are expected to grow much faster than the number of workers being trained. Much of this is reflected in the increased number of adults that will require these services in order to maintain their independence as they age. In addition, shorter hospital stays will increase the need for these services in the patient/client's home. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are a good listener Are patient and do not mind repeating directions Enjoy working with handicapped people Have an interest in health and wellness |
Suggested volunteer work:
Schools for the handicapped (i.e. Colerain ES) Columbus Speech and Hearing Hearing aid companies Rehabilitation centers or rehab units in nursing |
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Capital University Pre-occupational therapy major
Ohio State University
Columbus State Community College |
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Description Surgical jobs involve working in an operating room with the goal of maintaining a germ-free environment. Technician duties include setting up the correct instruments for surgery and passing instruments during surgery. Anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists monitor the patient while administering the medications that block pain. Surgeons are physicians who repair or remove body tissue/parts through normal or artificial openings in the body. |
The Future The future for surgical jobs is very good because of the number of surgical procedures is expected to rise as the population grows and ages. |
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Career options Consider this career if you: Are able to follow directions accurately Are a good listener and observer Are alert and composed in a crisis Can tolerate wearing protective equipment Can tolerate odors |
Suggested volunteer work:
Outpatient surgery center Urgent Care Center |
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Capital University BS in Nursing MS in Nursing
Ohio State University
Columbus State Community College
Franklin University
Otterbein College |
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