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- 4. A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries.
- 5. A professional who helps patients cope with social and emotional issues related to health.
- 7. A healthcare professional who dispenses medications and advises on their safe use.
- 10. A four-year college degree providing more advanced knowledge and skills.
- 14. assistant (MA) - A healthcare worker who performs administrative and basic clinical tasks.
- 16. A healthcare professional who specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating sports-related injuries.
- 18. A licensed medical professional who practices medicine under a physician’s supervision.
- 19. A professional who studies behavior and provides mental health counseling.
- 20. The highest level of academic degree, required for many healthcare professions like physicians or pharmacists.
- 21. An advanced EMT who provides more complex emergency medical care.
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- 1. Official permission granted by a government agency to practice a healthcare profession legally.
- 2. A therapist who assists patients in regaining skills for daily living and working.
- 3. A two-year college degree often required for entry-level healthcare jobs.
- 6. A licensed nurse who provides direct patient care and coordinates treatment plans.
- 8. A credential awarded to individuals who meet specific professional standards and pass an exam.
- 9. A specialist who helps patients improve movement and manage pain through therapy.
- 11. A healthcare provider trained to give emergency medical care outside the hospital.
- 12. practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) - A nurse who provides basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or physician.
- 13. Graduate degree earned after a bachelor’s, often required for specialized healthcare roles.
- 15. An expert in nutrition who advises patients on healthy eating.
- 17. A specialist who diagnoses and treats hearing and balance disorders.