Occupational therapy assistants help clients overcome the challenges of recovering from illness, injury, or other disabling conditions. They select therapy activities that fit the patient’s needs and capabilities, then monitor their performance and provide instruction and encouragement. They will evaluate the daily living skills and capacities of physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabled clients, then instruct […]
View MorePhysical therapy assistants help patients regain physical abilities, recover independence, and improve their quality of life. They measure patients’ range-of-joint motion, body parts, or vital signs to determine effects of treatments. They will instruct patients in prescribed exercises or assist in therapeutic treatments such as aquatic physical therapy, heat, light, sound, or electrical modality treatments. […]
View MoreThe Apprenticeship Program run by Mechanical Contractors Association of Austin, Inc. and Local Union 286 trains plumbers and pipefitters with little or no trade experience. The apprenticeship program requires five years and includes two distinct parts: (1) 10,000 hours of on-the-job training and (2) 1,225 hours of classroom instruction in subjects related to the trade. […]
View MoreNursing is consistently ranked as one of the top careers in the nation, and it’s easy to see why. As a Registered Nurse, you’ll take a leading role in patient care, working closely with doctors, specialists, and other nurses to create and carry out care plans. RNs monitor patient health, administer medications, record symptoms, and […]
View MoreRenewable energy technicians often specialize in photovoltaic (solar) energy installation but may find some opportunities in wind energy (turbine) technology. Photovoltaic technicians, also known as PV installers, assemble, install, and maintain solar panel systems on rooftops or other structures. This includes measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules, as well as performing […]
View MoreRespiratory therapists work as part of a team of physicians and nurses to provide care to patients. Specifically, they set up and operate devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatuses, environmental control systems, or aerosol generators. In some cases, respiratory therapists will provide emergency care, such as artificial respiration, external cardiac massage, or […]
View MoreSurgical technicians are vital members of the operating room team, responsible for keeping the environment sterile, the tools organized, and the patient safe throughout surgery. Before a procedure, you’ll prepare the room, sterilize instruments, and assist with patient setup and anesthesia prep. During surgery, you’ll manage tools, track vital signs, and keep a precise count […]
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