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Career Area W: Health Care

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Examples of Occupations:
Athletic Trainer, Dental Hygienist, Health Services Administrator, Psychiatric Technician, Recreational Therapist

Examples of majors/programs of study:
Athletic Training, Dental Hygiene, Hospital Administration, Psychiatric Technician, Recreational Therapy

While it's important to know what kind of career you're interested in, it's also important to consider the skill level needed.

Health Care Profile

Photo of Verna LampleyVerna Lampley is a health care facility administrator for a hospital. She is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and supervising the delivery of health care at her facility. Additionally, she is responsible for developing a team of personnel and adequate supporting services, facilities, and equipment. She makes long-term institutional plans by assessing the need for more services and by recommending changes such as opening a home health service. She works within the community determining area health needs and complying with regulations. She enjoys managing people, seeking input to make policy decisions, and knowing that her work has a direct impact on her hospital. While she makes a higher than average salary, she regrets that she has little time for a social life that isn't work related.
 

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