Clinical Manager

Clinical Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Medical and health services managers, also called healthcare executives or healthcare administrators, plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services. They might manage an entire facility or specialize in managing a specific clinical area or department, or manage a medical practice for a group of physicians. Medical and health services managers must be able to adapt to changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and technology.

Average Salary: $88,580

Educational Requirements:

Most medical and health services managers have at least a bachelor’s degree before entering the field; however having a master’s degree is also common, but the pre-requisites differ by facility.

I do not believe I would enjoy being a Clinical Manager because I do not enjoy the work they have to put up with.

Acts Of Kindness

1. Saying Hello
2. Opening the door for someone
3. Saying bless you after someone sneezes
4. Sharing
5. Caring
6. Sacrifice
7. Playing fairly
8. Congratulating someone
9. Charity
10. Helping someone 
11. Saving someone's life
12. Donating organs
13. Donating blood
14. Invite someone to an event
15. Helping the elderly
16. Being cooperative
17. Being patient
18. Taking care of people
19. Giving food to someone who is hungry and has no way to get food
20. Saying thanks
21. Giving someone a hug
22. Talking to someone new
23. Listening
24. Helping someone pick something they dropped
25. Respecting privacy

Environmental Health Specialist

Environmental Health Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Environmental Scientists and specialists use their knowledge of the natural sciences to protect the environment and human health. They may clean up polluted areas, advise policy makers, or work with industry to reduce waste.

Average Salary: $63,570

Education Requirements:

            In order to become an environmental health specialist one must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a natural science or other science related field for most entry-level jobs.

I would like to become an Environmental Health Specialist because it is decent pay and it is helping the health of the planet as well as the health of humans.

SSS #61

"Right is right only when entire."

- Victor Hugo

Reflection: You can not say what you do is right if there is an expected compensation for it. Such as if someone helps out someone with money to be nice only to be repaid with interest. Or like if someone plays basketball for a small team and to be paid for his work. One thing I do consider right is how Kobe Bryant took a pay cut to continue to play for the Lakers franchise.

SSS #59

"Your worth consists of what you are and not in what you have."

- Thomas Edison

Reflection: I completely have to agree with the words of Mr. Edison. People nowadays have a net worth set by Forbes magazine. But I cannot agree with the worth that a magazine sets for someone. Material items cannot determine the kind of person I am, but it is the way I act and treat others that determine my worth. Being an actor that makes substantial amounts of money would never be, in my eyes, worth more than a person that devotes themselves to the well being of others.

Perfusionist

Perfusionist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical perfusionists operate circulation equipment during medical situations when it is necessary to temporarily and artificially replace the patient’s circulatory or respiratory functions. This usually occurs during heart surgery and other similar operations. Perfusionists also control the temperature of patients during surgery. Their duties involve:

·        Operating heart-lung machines

·        Applying several types of anesthesia

·        Apply several types of medication

Average Salary: $50,000

Educational Requirements:

A high school diploma with a thorough background in biology and chemistry is required to be accepted into and perfusionist training program. Admissions prefer students with college science work or experience in respiratory therapy and medical terminology.

Perfusionist training programs are given at academic health centers, medical schools, and several universities. They emphasize hands-on, practical training. Course length varies, but for the school to be recognized by the American Academy of Cardiac Perfusionists, the curriculum must include the supervised performance of 150 procedures to include 20 pediatric and infant cases.

I would like to become a perfusionist but sadly I do not have a strong background in biology or chemistry.

SSS #53

1. Can people trust me to do what's right?

- Yes people trust me to do what is right because I show to people that I am a person that is very trustworthy and loyal.

2. Am I committed to doing my very best?

- Yes when I try to do anything I like I always give it my all. When I set an impression I tend to go beyond what I am required to do.

3. Do I treat people the way I want to be treated?

- Many times I do. Sometimes I feel bad when I do something bad to something and end up avoiding doing so in the future because I does not make me feel any better than the person I did it to.

Optician

Optician

Duties and Responsibilities:

            They fit and dispense eyeglasses for patients based upon prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists. They help the customers select eyeglass frames and then measure their faces so that correct size frames can be ordered. They also measure the distance between the corneas of the eyes so the lenses may be correctly fitted in the frames. Some specialize in fitting of contact lenses or in fitting artificial eyes.

Average Salary: $19,000 - $40,000

Educational Requirements:

            Students should take high school courses in physics, algebra, mechanical drawing, and geometry.  A high school diploma or GED certificate is needed to begin training as an optician.  There are two types of training programs.  Students can either complete an approved two-year course at a school of opticians, or they can complete an approved three year on-the-job apprenticeship.

I would not like to be an optician because I would not like to create lenses or contacts or artificial eyes.

SSS #51

"No student ever attains eminent success by simoply doing what is required of him/her; it is the amount and excellence of what is over and above the required that determines the greatness of ultimate distinction."

- Charles Kendall Adams

Reflection: This past sunday I completed one of my goals which was to try out for a Drum Corps. It was an amazing experience. One of the things that I was told at my audition was that I am doing more than many others HS students are required to do. Drum Corps requires a lot of practice and dedication in order to find success. This experience is music taught me that success is created by those who strive for excellence rather than what is expected.

Ophthalmologists

Ophthalmologists

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Ophthalmologists are physicians who specialize in the treatment of eye disorders and maladies. They treat vision problems and write prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglass lenses. Sometimes they must perform eye surgery. Many practice privately, but some can be employed by hospitals or clinics, and others do research.

Average Salary:  $90,000 - $150,000

Educational Requirements:

Only physicians may study to become ophthalmologists.  After completing medical school and an internship, an ophthalmologist must then complete a three to five year residency in an approved ophthalmology program.  After completing their residency program they must pass an examination to be certified.

I am interested in becoming an ophthalmologist because they make really good money and I really find the eye to be an interesting part of the body.

Operating Room Technician

Operating Room Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Operating room technicians are also called surgical technicians or surgical technologists. They assist in preparing operating room for surgery. They are responsible for having all adequate equipment for the surgery ready for the operation. They may also assist doctors by handling the needed instruments during surgery and for counting sponges and needles before and after the operation.

Average Salary: $16,000 - $22,000

Educational Requirements:

            A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Many vocational and junior colleges offer programs in operating room technology, and training may also be taken at large hospitals. Programs differ between one to two years. At the end of the training period student s must pass an exam by the Association of Surgical Technologists to become certified.

I do not want to be an Operating Room Technician because I do not like getting involved with surgeries.

SSS #47

"Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless."

- Mother Teresa

Reflection: I have a hard time telling people good things. Not because I don't feel that way, but because I didn't grow up telling people nice things. I was always a clown. Now that I do wish to be nice, it is hard for me to say them but when I do I always feel better. It makes me feel better because I know that I'm not trying to make someone feel worse about themselves.

Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Occupational Therapy Assistants and Aides help patients who are mentally, emotionally, or physically disabled adjust to handicaps and regain abilities to perform daily living and self-care skills.  They work under the supervision of occupational therapists as part of a team with physicians, counselors, and physical therapists.

            Occupational Therapy assistants work closely with patients to assist them in making reports to the occupational therapist on the patients’ assistants and development. Most are employed at hospitals and others can work in nursing homes. Some work for schools for the handicapped or in rehabilitation centers and daycare centers

Average Salary: $12,000 - $15,000 (Occupational Therapy Aides)

                             $17,000 - $26,000 (Occupational Therapy Assistants)

Educational Requirements:

            Occupational Therapy Aides must have at least a high school diploma or a GED certificate. They receive training on the job.

            Occupational therapy assistants must complete a two year training program that includes clinical experience. They must also pass a national exam to earn a certification as a qualified assistant

I do not believe I would like to become an Occupation therapist because although I may love to help people I do not have much patience to work in the places necessary like a nursing home or hospital.

Nursing Home Administrator

Nursing Home Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities:

            They assist in planning and directing nursing homes and long-term care facilities. They supervise personnel, financial, medical, and nursing administration.

            Most working in nursing homes but they could also work for large corporations that control many facilities. They could also become involved in teaching and research.

Average Salary:   $40,000 - $55,000

Education:

            Students should take challenging high school courses in business science, math, and English.

            Many states require nursing home administrators to have a bachelor’s degree in nursing home administration, completion of an additional internship program, and pass a comprehensive examination.

I would not like to be a nursing home administrator because I would not fit in in this type of position.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

            They prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals to detect and treat disease. They also take pictures of the patients in certain positions to identify abnormal areas to help diagnose illnesses.

            They explain the tests to patients and administer radioactive doses by mouth or injection. They also perform laboratory tests on tissue samples. They follow a strict set of regulations because of the dangers of radiation.

Average Salary: $28,000 - $42,000

Educational Requirements:

            Students should take the most challenging science, math, and English courses available in HS.

Nuclear Medicine Technology training programs vary in length from one to four years. One year programs that lead to certification are offered by hospitals.  

Restoring Faith in Humanity

Many times I think that humanity has no hope. Many people think about themselves rather than others. I tend to do the same but its the way one has to live in this cruel society. I am a part of the Humanitarians Club in my school. I am not there for my college requirements because I already have 200+ hours of community service completed. I am there to help others and the environment because I love seeing a smile on the faces of others. It pains me to see others that do not feel happy as I do because I know that we should all like in joy but in today's world no one seems to care. Especially those that have had everything given to them in their lives.

Student Success Statement #39

"Try a little harder to be a little better."

- Gordon B. Hinckley

Reflection: This is my mentality when I am working out. I always try a bit better everytime when I run my 3 miles. I always tell myself to run for a bit longer or to do longer strides to get better and better times. Doing a bit better everytime would get you a great increase in performance in the long run. I always work a bit harder everyday to see my growth in the future.

Student Success Statement #37

"Paint a masterpiece daily. Always autograph your work with excellence."

- Greg Hickman

Reflection: Whenever I practice my instrument, I never settle for being okay. I constantly push myself to be better and better. And not only better than others in my school or grade level. I try to be better than people that are professionals or many that are in college. I do this because it increases the amount of time I spend practicing and the way I practice. Now I am the main trumpet player in the school's music program but I strive to be better than my teacher and better than everyone. I am on my way of excellence.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Duties and Responsibilities:

            LPNs work under the control and direction of registered nurses and physicians. They take care of injured, handicapped, and sick patients. They must take temperatures, blood pressures, and pulses. They also assist in giving injections, change dressings, and assist with bathing the patients. They assist with care of almost everyone who cannot do it themselves.

Average Salary: $16,000 - $23,000

Educational Requirements:

            Although a high school diploma or GED certificate is not always required, it is encouraged.  LPNs do not have the extensive professional education that is required for a registered nurse.  State approved training programs are offered by the hospitals, vocational schools, junior colleges and private schools.

I do not wish to be an LPN because I do not believe I would enjoy doing a lot of things for people all the time.

Industrial Hygienist

Industrial Hygienist

Duties and Responsibilities:

            Industrial hygienists look at different health issues, conduct assessments, manage industrial or business health programs, and provide consultation. Many work for public purposes or private practices. Industrial hygienists often:

• ·        Collect samples and perform laboratory analyses.
• ·        Check worker exposure to radiation, vibrations, and noise.
• ·        Calibrate equipment.
• ·        Investigate possible health hazards.
• ·        Conduct epidemiological research.
• ·        Instruct employees on injury prevention techniques.

Average Salary: $40,000 - $60,000

Educational Requirements:

            Students should take challenging college prep class mainly in math and science during high school.

            Requires at least a Bachelor’s Degree in occupational health and safety, environmental engineering, or the physical sciences. Many jobs require certification or a Master's Degree in these, or related, fields.  Certification requires successful completion of the American Board of Industrial Hygiene examination.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

I do not believe I would to be an Industrial Hygienist because I would not like to do analysis on different types of illness.