| Radiologic Technology | Diagnostic imaging | X‑ray, CT, MRI, patient positioning, radiation safety | Hospitals, imaging centers | Associate or bachelor’s degree + certification |
| Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) | Real‑time ultrasound imaging | Abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, cardiac imaging | Hospitals, clinics | Associate or bachelor’s + registry exams |
| Nuclear Medicine Technologist | Functional imaging | PET/SPECT scans, radiopharmaceutical administration | Hospitals, imaging centers | Associate or bachelor’s + certification |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | Diagnostic lab testing | Blood, tissue, microbiology, chemistry analysis | Hospitals, labs | Bachelor’s degree + board certification |
| Medical Laboratory Technician | Lab support testing | Routine lab tests, specimen processing | Hospitals, labs | Associate degree + certification |
| Respiratory Therapist | Pulmonary care | Ventilator management, airway support, PFTs | Hospitals, ICUs, emergency care | Associate or bachelor’s + licensure |
| Physical Therapist (PT) | Movement rehabilitation | Mobility training, pain reduction, post‑surgical rehab | Hospitals, outpatient clinics | Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) |
| Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | PT treatment support | Guided exercises, mobility assistance | Clinics, rehab centers | Associate degree + licensure |
| Occupational Therapist (OT) | Daily living & functional independence | Fine motor rehab, cognitive therapy, adaptive equipment | Hospitals, schools, rehab centers | Master’s or doctorate + licensure |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) | OT treatment support | Assist with therapy plans, patient training | Rehab centers, clinics | Associate degree + certification |
| Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) | Communication & swallowing | Speech therapy, swallowing evaluations, cognitive‑communication | Schools, hospitals, rehab | Master’s degree + certification |
| Audiologist | Hearing & balance | Hearing tests, hearing aids, vestibular assessments | Clinics, ENT practices | Doctor of Audiology (AuD) |
| Dietitian / Nutritionist | Medical nutrition therapy | Diet planning, chronic disease management, education | Hospitals, public health, private practice | Bachelor’s + supervised practice + credentialing |
| Pharmacy Technician | Medication support | Preparing prescriptions, inventory, patient assistance | Pharmacies, hospitals | Certificate or on‑the‑job training + exam |
| Medical Assistant | Clinical & administrative support | Vital signs, injections, scheduling, EHR | Outpatient clinics | Certificate or associate degree |
| EMT / Paramedic | Emergency care | Trauma stabilization, cardiac support, transport | Ambulances, fire departments | Certificate (EMT) or advanced training (Paramedic) |
| Health Information Technician | Medical records & data | Coding, documentation, compliance | Hospitals, insurance, clinics | Certificate or associate degree |
| Radiation Therapist | Cancer treatment | Delivering radiation therapy, patient monitoring | Cancer centers, hospitals | Associate or bachelor’s + certification |
| Orthotist / Prosthetist | Assistive devices | Design and fit braces, prosthetic limbs | Rehab centers, specialty clinics | Master’s degree + residency |
| Recreational Therapist | Therapeutic activities | Adaptive sports, leisure therapy, mental health support | Rehab centers, long‑term care | Bachelor’s degree + certification |
| Cardiovascular Technologist | Heart & vascular diagnostics | EKGs, stress tests, cardiac catheterization support | Hospitals, cardiology clinics | Associate degree + certification |
| Surgical Technologist | Operating room support | Instrument setup, sterile field maintenance | Hospitals, surgical centers | Certificate or associate degree |
| Clinical Social Worker (Healthcare) | Psychosocial support | Counseling, discharge planning, crisis intervention | Hospitals, community health | Master’s degree + licensure |
| Public Health Educator | Community health promotion | Outreach, education programs, prevention initiatives | Public health departments, nonprofits | Bachelor’s or master’s in public health |
