Careers in the Healthcare Industry, by Jeffrey Harrell

1. Jeffrey Harrell- Careers in the Healthcare Industry Introduction In recent years, the healthcare system has become a major revenue-generating sector both in the terms of employment and revenue. Many career-oriented opportunities are developing in this sector because of advancements in both technologies and in the medical world. According to a report by India Brand Equity Foundation, the healthcare sector in India is expected to increase three-fold by the year 2022. Let’s talk more about the awaiting career opportunities in this domain. Brief-History Healthcare is a field that includes treating and restoring the physical and mental health of people. It includes professional licensed medical experts and professionals that are specially appointed to deal with the common people's health issues. It generally includes hospitals, medical insurance, medical equipment, medical tourism, telemedicine companies, etc. The history of medicine can be traced back to the ancient Vedic time during the time of Ayurveda when ancient herbs and natural remedies were used to treat diseases. Since the advent of the 18th and 19th centuries and after the arrival of the British, the medical system in India has undergone drastic changes, new technologies came into existence which changed the overall image of the Indian healthcare system Functions of a Health Care Professional The exact role of a healthcare professional depends on his profile and the type of work he is involved in. Major healthcare job profiles include doctors, Dentists, psychologists, therapists, Pharmacists, physicians, anaesthesiologists, surgeons, etc. After obtaining the required and desired qualification, healthcare workers can work in hospitals and clinics, rehab centers, community centers, or in schools or colleges.

2. Jeffrey Harrell- Careers in the Healthcare Industry Is Health-Care a good Career Option to Pursue? Some of the reasons to opt for a career in the health sector are job satisfaction, high income, and new career-related opportunities because of the drastic potential of growth in this sector. However, working in the healthcare sector will require decision-making skills, organizational skills, clinical skills, and logical and analytical skills. People can also choose to opt for healthcare-related certifications to grow potential skills that will further increase their chances of fetching a job in the healthcare sector very easily. These certifications include nursing assistant certificates, medical assistant certificates, pharmacy technician certificates, etc. Choosing a career in the healthcare sector is an individual’s personal choice. There are both pros and cons to this sector. Still, confused about how to choose or proceed in this field? Refer to Dr. Jeffrey Harrell's articles for more such advice. Jeffrey Harrell after working for the US government switched to the medical field. He holds a decent experience in the medical field and is currently based in the USA.