Exploring Medical Careers: A Guide to Diverse Roles

Doctor

* Diagnose and treat illnesses

* Prescribe medications

* Perform surgeries

Nurse

* Provide direct patient care

* Administer medications

* Monitor patient vital signs

* Teach patients about their conditions and treatments

Pharmacist

* Dispense medications

* Counsel patients on their medications

* Manage pharmacy inventory

Medical Laboratory Technician

* Perform tests on blood, urine, and other body fluids

* Analyze test results

* Report test results to doctors

Radiologic Technologist

* Take X-rays, CT scans, and other medical images

* Develop and interpret medical images

* Administer radiation therapy

Respiratory Therapist

* Provide respiratory care to patients

* Assess patient breathing

* Administer oxygen therapy

* Perform chest physiotherapy

Occupational Therapist

* Help patients regain or improve their ability to perform日常生活活动

* Assess patient needs

* Develop and implement treatment plans