1. Anatomy and Physiology at Work
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Anatomy and Physiology at Work

2. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Athletic Trainer
Injury that happens at high school or collegiate level
First responders trained to provide advanced first aid
Qualified to administer rehabilitative treatments
Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training & National Certification Exam
Related Career Options:
Physical Therapist
Massage Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Recreational Therapist
Rehabilitation Counselor
What do you think an athletic trainer does?
What do you think the qualifications of an athletic trainer are?
Recreational therapist: person who restores, remediates and rehabilitates a person's level of functioning and independence in life activities

3. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Exercise screening, clinical exercise testing, exercise prescription, and health education
Cardiovascular, pulmonary, orthopedic, or hematologic diseases
Masters Degree, certification recommended
Related Career Options:
Cardiovascular Nurse
Exercise Psychologist
ECG Technician
Fitness Trainer
Kinesiotherapist
Anyone have any idea what an exercise physiologist is?
- They monitor heart rate and blood pressure responses to exercise
Work in hospitals, physical therapy clinics, rehabilitation programs
Degree in: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Exercise physiology
ECG Tech: responsible for performing diagnostic tests to assess the patient's heart rhythm and rate
Kinesiotherapist: they work to rehabilitate those who need to enhance their strength and endurance.

4. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Dermatologist
Specializes in treating disease and disorders of the skin
College degree, 4 years of med school, dermatology residency
Related Career Options:
Dermatology Technician
Medical Aesthetician
Medical Assistant
Pediatric Dermatology
Veterinary Dermatology
Treatment of skin cancer and growths, laser therapy for tattoo removal, hair removal or transplantation, liposuction skin allergy testing
Technicians can work in hair salons, spas providing hair removal, facials, and skin care treatments
Medical aesthetician: someone who specializes in skincare treatments within the dermal and epidermal layers of skin

5. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Oncologist
Diagnose cancer and treat patients
Prepare case history, keep records, write prescriptions, monitor treatment
MD degree from med school, internship in medical residency, oncology fellowship
Related Career Options:
Biochemist
Biologist
Geneticist
Histologist
Radiation Therapist
Toxicologist

6. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Orthotist
Treats patients with orthotics or prosthetist
Shoe inserts, leg braces
Masters degree in orthotics and prosthetics, certification exam
Related Career Options:
Family Practitioner
Podiatrist
Surgical Nurse
Magnetic Resonance Technologist
Magnetic Resonance Technologist: operate the scanners that capture images inside a patient's body to help diagnose ailments

7. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Nutritionist/ Dietician
Experts in food and nutrition
Schools, cafeterias, nursing homes, hospitals
4 year degree, hands on training, licensure
Related Career Options:
Chemical Technician
Dental Assistant
Food Science Technician
Health Educator
Operating Room Technician
Orthodontist
Urologist
Chemical Technician: prepare chemical solutions used in laboratory experiments. Chemical technicians use special instruments and techniques to help chemists and chemical engineers research, develop, and produce chemical products and processes
Food Science Technician: perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products

8. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Neurologist
Diagnoses and treats neurological injuries & diseases
Assess cognitive function, muscular strength, reflexes, gait
4 years of medical school, residency program (4 years), possible board certification
Related Career Options:
Neuroanatomist
Neurochemist
Neuroscience Nurse
Neurosurgeon
Pathologist
Psychiatrist
Neuroanatomist: The branch of anatomy that deals with the nervous system
Neurochemist: study of neurochemicals, including neurotransmitters and other molecules that influence the function of neurons
Neuroscience Nurse: assists patients with brain and nervous system disorders
Neurosurgeon:
Pathologist: physician who examines tissues, checks the accuracy of lab tests and interprets the results in order to facilitate the patient's diagnosis and treatment.
Psychiatrist:psychiatrist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders

9. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Phlebotomist
Trained in blood collection techniques for diagnostic tests, blood banks, and transfusions
High school diploma, certification program, possible licensure
Related Career Options:
Biological Technician
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Epidemiologist
Medical Transcriptionist
Occupational Health and Safety Technician
Biological Technician: assist medical scientists. set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and calculate and record results
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): EMTs are clinicians, trained to respond quickly to emergency situations regarding medical issues, traumatic injuries and accident scenes – can’t break the skin
Epidemiologist: investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury in humans
Medical Transcriptionist: deals in the process of transcription, or converting voice-recorded reports as dictated by physicians or other healthcare professionals, into text format.
Occupational Health and Safety Technician: collect data on the safety and health conditions of the workplace

10. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Physician’s Assistant
Diagnose and treat injuries and illnesses
4 year degree that include science coursework, 2-3 year PA master’s program, licensing Exam
Related Career Options:
Gynecologist
Nurse Practitioner
Paramedic
Pediatrician
Pharmacist
Surgeon
Paramedics are advanced EMTs

11. Anatomy & Physiology at Work
Respiratory Therapist
Cares for people with respiratory disorders
Provides emergency care for people with breathing problems resulting from heart attack, stroke, near drowning
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy, national certification exam
Related Career Options:
Medical Assistant
Registered Nurse
Medical Records and Health Information Technician

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