20 01 2020
Mercy Health / Flickr / CC BY-NC-ND You might have thought that working in the medical field was your dream option, but high student loans and long years of studying have kept you from pursuing it. The next closest thing is joining an allied health career. If you enjoy science, helping others, and are willing […]
19 01 2020
Alex E. Proimos / Flickr / CC BY-NC When you’re caring for someone’s physical and mental well-being, having a patient respond angrily or rudely can be extremely upsetting. Don’t beat yourself up though – we’re only human! We’ve spoken with multiple allied healthcare professionals to discover how they deal with less-than-ideal situations. Here are our […]
6 12 2019
Surgery is an exciting, high-stakes field. Whether you’re heading off to college for the first time – or in the middle of your studies – you’ll need to weigh up the pros and cons of prospective careers. Instead of spending decades becoming a surgeon, surgical technology is a quick and rewarding way to find work […]
6 12 2019
You’ve probably seen medical assistants (MAs) and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) at clinics, hospitals, or caring for family members at assisted living facilities. Though they may have similar job descriptions, when you get past the basics, they’re incredibly different healthcare careers. Whether you already have hands-on experience in healthcare – or are considering a career […]
5 12 2019
COD Newsroom / Flickr / CC BY Thinking of starting an allied health career as a certified medical assistant? With excellent salaries, increasing demand, and a job that makes a difference in the lives of patients, you’ll be making a smart decision! You may be wondering, “What does a medical assistant do?” You really […]
17 06 2019
The allied health sector is appealing for people looking to start a new career – and for good reason. Dynamic and growing by leaps and bounds, there are great opportunities for well-paying jobs throughout the healthcare field – and it doesn’t require years of medical school! Whether you’re new to the field or looking for […]
2 06 2019
There are no two ways about it: technological developments in healthcare have saved countless patients and are continuously improving our quality of life. Not only that, but technology in the medical field has had a massive impact on nearly all processes and practices of healthcare professionals. In this article, we look at the benefits and […]
18 06 2018
Advancements in medicine, technology, and improved hygiene have helped us to eradicate (or at least control) some of the most devastating infectious diseases the world has ever seen. While infectious diseases may no longer be the killers they once were, they are still with us, as proven by the Ebola outbreak of 2014. In this […]
22 02 2018
Few things are more important to people than their health, and the disparity in accessibility from state to state couldn’t be more staggering. While no state is perfect in its approach to healthcare, there are a considerable amount of contenders for a place in our list of the top 10 states for healthcare. Though politically […]
8 12 2017
Between cleaning, cooking, traveling, and working busier-than-usual hours, the holiday season can turn any one of us into a total Grinch. For healthcare professionals, it’s definitely one of the most stressful times of the year, with a notable increase in hospitalizations and mandatory overtime hours. To boot, allied health workers often receive impersonal work-themed gifts […]