Healthcare Career Pathway Review

Health Sciences are divided into _____ categories, or pathways. Occupations are grouped by the common knowledge and similar skill sets required within each career pathway.

• five

• three

• seven

• nine

The Biotechnology Research & Development pathway involves which of the following?

• Conducting research to improve health care and develop new medical treatments

• Managing patient records in a hospital setting

• Providing direct patient care in a clinical environment

• Operating heavy machinery in a manufacturing plant

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The Diagnostic Services pathway can be described as:

• A pathway focused on using tests and evaluations to detect, diagnose, and treat diseases.

• A pathway that primarily involves direct patient care and treatment.

• A pathway dedicated to the development of new medical technologies.

• A pathway that focuses on hospital administration and management.

The Health Informatics pathway involves which of the following?

• The management and use of patient healthcare information through technology.

• Direct patient care and treatment.

• Performing laboratory tests and diagnostics.

• Providing emergency medical services.

The Support Services pathway can be described as:

• A career path focused on providing assistance and support to ensure the smooth operation of organizations.

• A pathway that specializes in direct patient care only.

• A field dedicated solely to research and development in healthcare.

• A career focused exclusively on financial management in healthcare.

Identify the duties and responsibilities for careers in the Diagnostic Services pathway.

• Performing tests to detect diseases, preparing patients for procedures, operating diagnostic equipment, and reporting results to physicians.

• Administering medications, providing direct patient care, and assisting in surgeries.

• Developing treatment plans, counseling patients, and prescribing medications.

• Managing healthcare facilities, handling billing, and overseeing staff schedules.

Identify the duties and responsibilities for careers in the Health Informatics pathway.

• Managing patient health records and ensuring data privacy

• Performing surgical procedures

• Administering medications to patients

• Diagnosing and treating illnesses

The duties and responsibilities for careers in the Support Services pathway include:

• Maintaining a safe and clean environment in healthcare settings

• Performing surgical procedures

• Diagnosing and treating patients

• Prescribing medications

Which of the following best lists the duties and responsibilities for careers in the Therapeutic Services pathway?

• Providing patient care, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

• Conducting laboratory tests, analyzing samples, and maintaining laboratory equipment.

• Managing healthcare facilities, handling billing, and overseeing administrative tasks.

• Researching diseases, developing new medications, and conducting clinical trials.

Examples of careers in the Biotechnology Research & Development pathway include:

• Biomedical Scientist, Biochemist, Microbiologist, Bioinformatics Specialist

• Pharmacist, Dentist, Optometrist, Physical Therapist

• Civil Engineer, Architect, Urban Planner, Surveyor

• Graphic Designer, Animator, Art Director, Copywriter

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