30 Minutes Presentation on Health Services for Nepris Team Uchey Dijeh MPH, DrPH candidate

OUTLINE BRIEF INTRODUCTION HEALTHCARE OVERVIEW KEYNOTES ON HEALTH SERVICES CAREERS WITHOUT DEGREES TOP 10 HEALTH SERVICES CAREERS WITHOUT DEGREES AND ANNUAL SALARY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS REFERENCES

HEALTHCARE OVERVIEW Healthcare is the fastest growing sector in the United States; *Hospitals *Skilled Nursing Facilities *Health Research and Development centers *Community Healthcare Centers *Aging Residencies, *Group Homes and In-Home *Mental Health Facilities Demand for healthcare jobs is increasing every year Healthcare will become the largest employment sector of the U.S. by 2024

KEYNOTES ON HEALTH SERVICES CAREERS WITHOUT DEGREES Note that, some of these careers may require training and/or certification ranging from 5 days to 12 months Due to the intricate nature and complexities surrounding: * care and safety of patients, * adherence to medical compliance and policies * protection of patient health information

TOP 10 HEALTH SERVICES CAREERS WITHOUT DEGREES Health Service Career Titles Description Median Salary Certification/ Training 1 Licensed Practical Nurse work under both registered nurses and physicians to provide basic nursing care $42,490 LPN must earn a practical nursing diploma (about a year to complete) 2 Medical Billing and Coding  The interpreters of the medical process, review chart notes, assign codes to correlate with types of health service $36,000 Many do in 9 months and can earn additional 21% more 3 Dental Assistant  perform tasks such as taking and developing X-rays, preparing and sterilizing instruments, and assisting the dentist during treatment procedures. $34,500 Most States and employers require it (complete in 9-24 months) 4 Medical Administrative Assistant perform basic administrative tasks. collecting patient information, scheduling appointments  $32,240 Most employers require it (complete in as little as 9 months) 5 Occupational Therapist Aide Alternative ways in performing daily activities stroke patients and victims of related neurological disorders $29,040 Not licensed but certification maybe required

TOP 10 HEALTH SERVICES CAREERS WITHOUT DEGREES Health Service Career Titles Description Median Salary Certification/ Training 6 Medical Assistant  Taking a patient’s vital signs, helping a physician with examinations, administering injections or preparing a blood sample for lab work $29,960 Most employers prefer certified MA. (complete in as little as 12 months) 7 Pharmacy Technician fill prescriptions, recording information to fill prescriptions both in person and over the phone, organizing inventory, accepting payment, processing insurance and more $29,810 Many states require it. (complete in as few as 9 months) 8 Certified Nursing Assistant often work in nursing homes or hospitals to provide basic care to elderly and highly-dependent individuals.. $25,710 State-approved education program (complete in 4-12 weeks) 9 Physician Therapy Aide set up equipment, help transport patients, and perform clerical tasks as needed $23,880 Most states may require (complete in 3-12 months) 10 Home Health Aide assist clients in their own residences with daily personal tasks. Help clients organize their schedule, drive them to medical appointments and assist them in shopping for groceries $21,920 formal training and certification (complete in 5 -14 days)

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