The Medical Industry Opportunities for Employment Texas LEARNS Copyright © Notice The materials are copyrighted © and trademarked ™ as the property of the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and may not be reproduced without the express written permission of TEA, for exceptions see the first page of this document.

The U.S. Health Care Industry Information Management Information Management Patient Care Doctors’ Offices Chiropractic Offices Dental Offices Vision Services Clinics Hospitals Alternative Medicine Day Surgery Centers Outpatient Diagnostic Services Rehabilitation Facilities Emergency Response Patient Transport Home Health Services Assisted Living Centers Nursing Homes Hospice Care Adjunct Services Primary Care Laboratories Pharmacies Medical Equipment & Devices Insurance Companies Medicare & Medicaid

Insurance Medicaid Medicare Private Benefits Determination Government- Sponsored Enrollment Claims Processing Coordinating Providers, Suppliers & Approved Pharmaceuticals Lists

Insurance Companies Insurance companies provide a key service in the health care industry and offer many job opportunities, including technical positions using computer systems.  Insurance Claims Clerks Insurance Claims Clerks Insurance Claims Clerks  Insurance Policy Processing Clerks Insurance Policy Processing Clerks Insurance Policy Processing Clerks

Medicare & Medicaid Government-sponsored services pay for many health services. Personnel must process paperwork and help clients.  Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs  Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks  Database Administrators Database Administrators Database Administrators

Information Management Private Office Coding Institution Patient Reception & Scheduling Filing Claims Supply Ordering Treatment and Lab Orders Accounts Receivable Home Office Patient Medical Diagnosis & Treatment Records

Information Management All health care services and facilities require clerical support staff— individuals who manage the flow of information between patients, doctors and other medical personnel, laboratories, pharmacies, and insurance companies. Medical Transcriptionists may work from home offices under contract with doctors or institutions. All health care services and facilities require clerical support staff— individuals who manage the flow of information between patients, doctors and other medical personnel, laboratories, pharmacies, and insurance companies. Medical Transcriptionists may work from home offices under contract with doctors or institutions.  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Transcriptionists Medical Transcriptionists Medical Transcriptionists

Patient Care Independent Offices and Facilities Feeding Institution-based Hygiene Collecting Samples Assisting with procedures under the direction of doctors Medication Administration Patient Comfort Monitoring Vital Signs

Patient Care In the past, nurses performed almost all patient care functions to assist doctors in health care facilities. Today, there are many job categories provide patient care support services.  Home Health Aides Home Health Aides Home Health Aides  Personal & Home Care Aides Personal & Home Care Aides Personal & Home Care Aides  Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants  Surgical Technologists Surgical Technologists Surgical Technologists

Patient Care All patient care jobs are in high demand. The lowest-paid jobs require only a few months of training. Individuals can move up to higher level jobs with additional training and experience. Patient care positions are available in all primary and adjunct care offices and facilities.  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses  Physician Assistants Physician Assistants Physician Assistants

Laboratory Services Independent Facilities Urinalysis Hospital-based Blood Tests Cultures Microscopic Cellular Analysis (Biopsies) Analysis of Other Bodily Fluids Genetic Testing

Laboratories Most primary care facilities and adjunct services require laboratory services to perform tests that doctors order. Independent labs perform these functions and send reports back to doctors and institutions.  Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians  Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

Pharmacy Services Independent Over-the-Counter Medications Hospital-based Specialty Patient Care Supplies  Home Test Kits  Wound Care  Orthopedic Equipment  Incontinence Supplies  Hygiene Supplies Specialty Compounding Prescriptions Patient Education  Dosages  Interactions  Side Effects

Pharmacies Pharmacy personnel maintain stocks of therapeutic medications and fill prescriptions. Additional jobs are available in the sales of pharmaceuticals.  Pharmacy Aides Pharmacy Aides Pharmacy Aides  Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technicians  Pharmacists Pharmacists

Medical Equipment & Devices Independent Manufacturers & Suppliers Prosthetics Institution-Based Maintenance/Repair Durable Medical Equipment  Beds, Chairs, Tables  Patient Transport  Therapeutic Equipment  Diagnostic Equipment  Life Support & Monitoring Equipment  Surgical Instruments Home Therapy & Mobility Equipment

Medical Equipment/Devices All medical facilities have laboratory and/or healthcare equipment that must be maintained by trained technicians. Some patients require personal medical supportive devices requiring fitting, maintenance, and repair.  Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers  Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians

Doctors’ Offices  Allergists  Anesthesiologists  Bariatric Specialists  Cardiologists  Dermatologists  Endocrinologists  Family Practice  Gastroenterologists  General Surgeons  Gerontologists  Gynecologists  Hematologists  Internal Medicine  Nephrologists  Neurologists  Obstetricians  Oncologists  Ophthalmologists  Orthopedists  Otolaryngologists  Pain Specialists  Pediatricians  Podiatrists  Psychiatrists  Pulmonologists  Radiologists  Surgeons  Urologists Independent Associate Group

Jobs in Doctor’s Offices  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses  Physician Assistants Physician Assistants Physician Assistants

Chiropractic Offices Chiropractors are not medical doctors, or “MDs.” They have attended a college of chiropractic medicine to receive certification. Chiropractors work with bones, joints, and muscles to treat patients for a variety of conditions. Chiropractors’ offices work with patients in much the same way as medical doctors’ offices. Independent Associate Group

Jobs in Chiropractic Offices Chiropractic offices employ Chiropractor’s Assistants. These jobs are considered the same as Medical Assistants according to the Federal classification system. However, there are some specific training programs tailored to the chiropractic profession.  Chiropractic Assistants / Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries

Dental Offices  Dentists  Pediatric Dentists  Orthodontists  Periodontists Independent Associate Group

Jobs in Dental Offices Patient care in dental offices is unique. Personnel who assist dentists, perform cleanings, and take x- rays are integral to patient care. Dental laboratory technicians usually work in separate facility to fabricate dental devices, such as crowns, dentures, etc.  Dental Assistants Dental Assistants Dental Assistants  Dental Hygienists Dental Hygienists Dental Hygienists  Dental Laboratory Technicians Dental Laboratory Technicians Dental Laboratory Technicians  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries

Vision Services Optometrists are not medical doctors, or “MDs.” Doctors of Optometry have attended school and are certified to provided basic eye exams, some therapeutic treatment, and prescribe corrective eyeglasses and contacts. Optometrists make referrals to ophthalmologists, who are medical doctors, when they see conditions requiring a higher level of care. Independent Associate Group Eyeglass/contact fabrication and fitting

Jobs in Vision Services Patient care positions for optometrist’s offices are similar to those in doctor’s offices. Optometric assistants are classified as Medical Assistants by the Federal classification system. Additional specialized jobs are available in laboratories that grind lenses, mount them in frames, and make contacts.  Optometric Assistants / Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Opticians, Dispensing Opticians, Dispensing Opticians, Dispensing  Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians

Clinics Reproductive Health After-hours Care Evenings, weekends Drug Cessation Routine Wellness Work & Sports Physicals Vaccinations Acute Care Walk-in alternative for non- emergency health care Private Public Hospital-connected School-connected Dialysis

Jobs in Clinics  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses  Physician Assistants Physician Assistants Physician Assistants

Admitting Emergency Room Trauma Center Outpatient Services Diagnostic laboratory services Wards  Cardiology  Intensive Care  Neurology  Obstetrics  Oncology  Orthopedics  Pulmonary  Pediatrics  Psychiatry  Radiology  Surgery Hospitals Private Public Veteran’s Administration State Mental Health

Jobs in Hospitals  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Transcriptionists Medical Transcriptionists Medical Transcriptionists  Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants  Surgical Technologists Surgical Technologists Surgical Technologists  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses

Jobs in Hospitals  Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technicians  Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists  Pharmacy Aides Pharmacy Aides Pharmacy Aides  Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technicians  Pharmacists Pharmacists

Jobs in Hospitals  Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers  Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians  Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Aides  Physical Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants  Physical Therapists Physical Therapists Physical Therapists

Jobs in Hospitals  Radiologic Technologists Radiologic Technologists Radiologic Technologists  Radiologic Technicians Radiologic Technicians Radiologic Technicians  Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians  Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Diagnostic Medical Sonographers  Respiratory Therapy Technicians Respiratory Therapy Technicians Respiratory Therapy Technicians  Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists

Alternative Medicine Alternative Birthing Centers Holistic Treatment for diseases, wellness, and therapy Pain Management Private Alternative medicine includes a wide range of specialty practices, each with rigorous training a certification programs.

Jobs in Alternative Medicine  Homeopathic Physicians Homeopathic Physicians Homeopathic Physicians  Accupuncturists Accupuncturists  Midwives Midwives  Massage Therapists Massage Therapists Massage Therapists

Day Surgery Centers Minor Surgical Procedures (such as)  Ear Tubes  Biopsies  Cyst Excisions Laparoscopic Surgery Endoscopy Colonoscopy Private

Jobs in Day Surgery Centers  Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants  Surgical Technologists Surgical Technologists Surgical Technologists  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers  Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians

Outpatient Diagnostic Centers Sonograms Mammograms X-rays CAT Scans & MRIs Private Hospital-connected EKGs & EEGs

Jobs in Diagnostic Services  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses

Jobs in Diagnostic Services  Radiologic Technologists Radiologic Technologists Radiologic Technologists  Radiologic Technicians Radiologic Technicians Radiologic Technicians  Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians  Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Diagnostic Medical Sonographers  Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers  Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians

Rehabilitation Facilities & Services Therapy:  Physical  Speech  Cognitive Drug Cessation In-house in hospitals, residential centers, or within nursing homes Out-patient public or private Mental Health

Jobs in Rehabilitation  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers  Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians  Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses

Jobs in Rehabilitation  Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Aides  Physical Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants  Physical Therapists Physical Therapists Physical Therapists  Massage Therapists Massage Therapists Massage Therapists  Occupational Therapist Assistants Occupational Therapist Assistants Occupational Therapist Assistants  Occupational Therapists Occupational Therapists Occupational Therapists

Jobs in Rehabilitation  Respiratory Therapy Technicians Respiratory Therapy Technicians Respiratory Therapy Technicians  Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists

Jobs in Rehabilitation  Psychiatric Technicians Psychiatric Technicians Psychiatric Technicians  Rehabilitation Counselors Rehabilitation Counselors Rehabilitation Counselors  Mental Health Counselors Mental Health Counselors Mental Health Counselors  Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselors Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselors Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselors  Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers  Medical & Public Health Social Workers Medical & Public Health Social Workers Medical & Public Health Social Workers

Emergency Response Patient Transport Rapid Response by ambulance Patient Transport to or between health facilities Resuscitation Stabilization Vitals monitoring Public – often connected to fire departments Private

Jobs in Emergency Response and Patient Transport  Ambulance Drivers & Attendants Ambulance Drivers & Attendants Ambulance Drivers & Attendants  Emergency Medical Technicians Emergency Medical Technicians Emergency Medical Technicians

Nursing Homes Semi- Independent Living varying levels of support for health, hygiene, cooking, cleaning In-Home Visits  medication administration  monitoring vital signs  personal hygiene  therapy  housekeeping  nutrition Home Health Services 24-Hour Complete Care  short-term for post-trauma or post-surgery  long-term for chronic, severe health problems and age-related deterioration Assisted Living Facilities

End-of-Life Palliative Care Provides pain relief, personal hygiene, and counseling for patients and families Hospice Care

Jobs in Home Health, Assisted Living, Nursing Home, and Hospice Care  Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians Medical Records & Health Information Technicians  Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries Medical Secretaries  Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers Medical Equipment Preparers  Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians Medical Appliance Technicians  Home Health Aides Home Health Aides Home Health Aides  Personal & Home Care Aides Personal & Home Care Aides Personal & Home Care Aides  Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants Nursing Aides, Orderlies & Attendants

Jobs in Home Health, Assisted Living, Nursing Home, and Hospice Care  Medical Assistants Medical Assistants Medical Assistants  Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses  Registered Nurses Registered Nurses Registered Nurses  Respiratory Therapy Technicians Respiratory Therapy Technicians Respiratory Therapy Technicians  Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists  Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Aides  Physical Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants Physical Therapist Assistants  Physical Therapists Physical Therapists Physical Therapists

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