Genetic counselors assess clients' risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as birth defects.

Health information technologists and medical registrars advise organizations on computerized healthcare systems and analyze clinical data.

Marketing specialists gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign.

Office administrators or health services managers plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals or clinics.

Human resources specialists recruit, screen, interview or place individuals within an organization.

Dieticians or nutritionists consult with physicians to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client.

Advanced practice nurses or nurse practitioners serve as primary and specialty care providers, delivering advanced nursing services to patients and their families.

Patient access schedulers or medical secretaries schedule appointments, assist in billing patients, and compile medical charts, reports and correspondence.

Production, planning and expediting clerks coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule.

Social and human service assistants assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families.

Software developers research, design and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs.

Maintenance and repair workers keep machines, mechanical equipment or the structure of a building in repair.

Physician assistants examine, diagnose and treat patients under the supervision of a physician.

Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and provide information to patients about the drugs and their use.

Mental health counselors advise people on a range of issues, such as those relating to alcoholism, addictions or depression.

Occupational therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to help them with vocational, daily living and other skills that promote independence.

Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain.

Physical therapy assistants help patients regain movement and manage pain after injuries and illnesses.

Occupational therapy assistants help patients develop, recover, improve, as well as maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.

Laboratory technologists or technicians perform medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

Ultrasonographers specialize in creating images, known as sonograms or ultrasounds, that depict the body’s organs and tissues. Sonography is often the first imaging test performed when disease is suspected.

Certified medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks, such as scheduling appointments and taking patients’ vital signs.

Radiology technologist perform diagnostic imaging examinations on patients.

Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care and educate patients and the public about various health conditions.

Patient transporters transport patients and clean treatment areas.

Entry level phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research or blood donations.

Food service managers plan, direct or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.

Food service workers take and prepare orders, clear tables and do other tasks associated with providing food and drink to customers.

Environmental services technicians are responsible for cleaning, disinfecting and other facility maintenance activities in hospitals or healthcare spaces.

Pharmacy technicians help pharmacists dispense prescription medication to customers or health professionals.

Certified registered nurse anesthetists administer anesthesia and provide care before, during and after surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic and obstetrical procedures.

Surgical technologists help with surgical operations.

Certified nursing assistants provide basic care and help patients with activities of daily living.

Licensed practical nurses provide basic medical care.

Respiratory therapists care for patients who have trouble breathing—for example, because of a chronic condition such as asthma.