Physical Therapist 
Duties and Responsibilities 
Physical therapists help patients recover from injuries, illnesses and surgery. They help patients regain movement. They help individuals of all ages. They examine the individual and they come up with a plan to treat this person. Every case is different. It all depends on the person and their needs. Physical therapists can work anywhere; hospitals, private practices, clinics, schools, sport facilities and etc.  A physical therapist takes the patients history, reviews it, performs a test and views the patients existing problems and potential 

Salary 
Annually; $84,020 
Hourly; $40.4

Education 
1. Earn a bachelor’s degree in a health related field 
2. Complete a doctor of physical therapy degree program 
3. Meet your states licensing requirements 

Demand or need for this profession 
210,900 jobs available 
34% Job growth since 2014

Reflection

Im not exactly sure if i want to pursue this career. I like the fact that i get to help people and motivate them everyday bu im interested in another career right now. 

Pathologist

Pathologists are specialized physicians that use bodily fluids and tissues to help study, diagnose and treat diseases. They work in various medical settings, performing research and patient tests and often collaborating with other professionals in their field.

Salary

Ø  $191,945

Education

Ø  Must be licensed/certified

Ø  Doctoral degree

Ø  4 year pathology residency

Ø  1-2 year optional pathology fellowship

Demand or need for this profession

Ø  The job growth is 14% from 2014-2024

    

    reflection 

This career is interesting but i dont see myself doing it in the future. Im interested in another career.

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Orthopedic surgeon 
Orthopedic surgeons specialize in treating the musculature system of the body, which is the collection of bones, muscles, ligaments and other connectives tissues that allow the body to move. They repair or replace bones and joins and they also nerves to help the skeletal system function properly.  

Education 
• Four years of undergraduate study culminating in a bachelors degree, usually in biology, chemistry, or another field of science
• Four years of medical school training that includes two years of pre-clinical courses and an internship
• Residency training 

Salary $519,000

Demand or need for this profession
Job growth has gone up by 24.4%

Reflection

This career does interest me, ill consider it. i am interested in pursing a career in the medical field but im not exactly sure yet. 

Orthodontist
Duties and responsibilities
Orthodontics is a specialty in the dental profession. They involve with straightening teeth and correcting bites. They are responsible for locating problems with the positioning of the patients teeth. May also be responsible for planning custom treatment plans that are tailored to treat each individual patient bases on his or her dental records. 

Salary $201,030 

Education 
• Graduate from dental school with a doctor of dental surgery or doctor of medicine 
• Bachelor’s degree
• Take the dental acceptance test 
• Didactic and clinical training 
• Specialized orthodontics training (2-3 years long)

Demand or need for this profession 
Increases by 21% from 2010-2020
about 1,800 jobs in a ten year period

Reflection 

I am not interested in this medical field, Im not very interested in it, i want to pursue a career i am interested and passionate about. 

Optometry technicians

Duties and responsibilities 
Optometry technicians work with optometrists to assist in carrying out eye examinations and treatments.  Some of their responsibilities are; testing patients visual acuity, depth perception, pressure inside of eye, color vision and pupil reflexes. They also prepare exam schedules, ready exam rooms, assist in making or repairing eyeglasses, clean ocular equipment and other duties when needed. 

Median salary; $30,590

Job growth by 23%

Education required 
• High school diploma 
• Optometry technician training program 
• Associate degree 

Courses that'll help you prepare for this career
• Anatomy 
• Physiology of the eye
• Optics
• Optometry procedures 
• Optical devices 

Reflection 

I would not like to pursue this career, im interested in a different medical career. 

Ophthalmologist 

Duties and Responsibilities 
Ophthalmologists treat illnesses, diseases and conditions that affect the eye. They perform eye surgery and treat eye diseases, they also prescribe contact lenses and glasses.

Education 
• Completion of medical school
• 3-8 years of internship and residency 
• State license 

Salary 
$105,015- $343,144

Demand or need for this profession 
The job outlook has increased by 14% 

Reflection

I would not like to become an ophthalmologist. This career doesn't really interest me, i want to pursue a career im interested and passionate about.

Operating room technician 
Duties and responsibilities 

Operating room technicians or certified surgical technologists are responsible for various pre, intra and post-surgery duties within a hospital. They prepare the operating room, make sure all necessary supplies and surgical tools are sterile and ready; they keep track of all items used during surgery to make sure nothing is misplaced, deliver the patient to recovery, clean up the operating room during surgery and provide assistance during the operation. Most are employed in hospitals, but some also work in outpatient care careers.

Salary 
$30,780 to $62,170

Education 
• Post secondary non degree award
• High school diploma

Demand or need for this profession 
The job acceptance rate has gone up 15%

Reflection

I am not interested in this career. i am interested in a different career in the medical field.

Nursing Home Administrator 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Nursing home administration is a specialized area of medical and health services management. Nursing home administrators work to supervise clinical and administrative affairs of nursing homes and related facilities. Nursing home administrators oversee staff and personnel, financial matters, medical care, medical supplies, facilities and other duties as specific positions demand.

Salary

 $94,739-$118,546

 Education 

• 4 year Bachelor's or graduate degree in health services administration 

• Pass a state licensing examination • Master's degree (advanced positions) 

 Demand or need for this profession 

Job growth 17%

Reflection 
I am not interested in this career. i want to pursue a different career in the medical field. I like the idea of helping elders but i just dont see myself doing it in the future. 

Military Medical Career Pathway
Army 
Mental health specialist 
The mental health specialist is responsible for assisting with the management and treatment of inpatient and outpatient mental health activities. They collect and record psychosocial and physical data, assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients, and they counsel clients/patients with personal, behavioral or psychological problems.

Salary 
$20,000-$50,000
Housing 
$16,164
Food allowance 
$3,900
Special pay 
$1,800
Tax advantages 
$2,716
Health care : included 
Net income 
$53,960

Education
• Undergraduate work: earn a bachelor's degree in counseling (4 years)
• Graduate work: earn a master's degree in counseling (5-6 years)
• PHD or doctoral  work: earn a doctorate in counseling (7-8 years) 
In order to be accepted as an army mental health specialist, applicants should have a minimum ASVAB score of 101 in the skilled technical area
They must complete 10 weeks of basic combat training and 20 additional weeks of advanced individual training 

Demand or need for this profession 

We are in more need of mental health specialists because many people need them. For example some of our solders. Some of them have trouble adjusting to military life and others just need help with coping. 

Reflection 

I am interested in this career. i would like to help people, especially our veterans and current soldiers, even if its just by listening and being there for them.