Psychiatric Aide

Duties and Responsibilities

Psychiatric aids are responsible for handling and maintaining the mental health of their patients. They observe patient behavior, take notes, monitor vital signs, and administer medications. They also assist patients in completing their daily tasks. They help patients eat, clothe, and bathe if necessary. Housekeeping duties may also be of a requirement.

Salary

$16, 000 - $40, 190

Education

No formal education is required. You need a high school diploma or anything equivalent. On the job training is required. Training consists of observations.

Demand for Career

This career is needed when it comes to the helping hand in facilities an institutions. They serve to assist and manage the lives of both patients and staff.

Reflection

I am not very interested in this career. It does not suit my interests. I am not into nursing or housekeeping duties.

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Duties and Responsibilities Physical therapists diagnose and manage patients with movement dysfunctions.They work to enhance a patients physical and functional abilities. They promote optimal physical function. They work with a patients history, conduct system reviews, and perform tests and measures to identify any possible issues or dysfunctions. Salary $84,020 Education Requirements of a physical therapist career are a (DPT), an (MPT), and an (MSPT). You must earn your degrees from an accredited program. Programs are typically 3 years. Courses involving biology or anatomy are required. Demand for Career This career is necessary because physical therapists are in charge of restoring and improving ones physical functional motoring capabilities. Without them recovery would be very difficult to achieve. Reflection This career does not interest me. I would not consider it a career path for myself.

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