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INDUSTRY OVERVIEW & JOB OUTLOOK  
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/search/ooh.asp?qu=Healthcare&ct=OOH
Vault.com http://www.vault.com/cb/careerlib/careerlib_main.jsp?parrefer=411

SAMPLE RELEVANT BABSON CONCENTRATIONS  
Ethics, Philosophy, & Culture Science & Society
Information Technology Management Strategic Management

SAMPLE HEALTHCARE COMPANIES RECRUITING ON-CAMPUS  
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute The Chickering Group
Occupational Health & Rehabilitation Inc. Providence VA Medical Center
American Dental Partners, Inc. Cigna
Cancer Treatment Centers of America Management Science for Health

SALARY DATA  
Salary.com www.salary.com

ONLINE RESOURCES  
Medzilla
Career resources for Biotech, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare industries.
http://www.medzilla.com/
Global Health Council
Healthcare professionals and organizations that include NGOs, foundations, corporations, government agencies and academic institutions that work to ensure global health for all.  Posts job opportunities.
http://www.globalhealth.org/jobs/
HealthCareerNet
An online healthcare jobs aggregator which allows you to search for jobs by state.
http://www.healthcareernet.com
Healthandwellnessjobs.com http://www.healthandwellnessjobs.com
Pam Pohly's Net Guide to Healthcare & Medical Employment
Comprehensive listing and links to healthcare organizations and professional associations.
http://www.pohly.com/links.shtml
Pharma Opportunities Healthcare Jobs
This Web site features healthcare and life science job listings, including Pharmaceutical Sales, Pharmacy, Science, and Medical Sales Device industries.
http://www.pharmaopportunities.com

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT CCD
Insider's Guide to the World of Pharmaceutical Sales
Medical and Pharmaceutical Sales: How to Land the Job of Your Dreams
Wetfeet Insider's Guide: 20 Top Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Firms

SAMPLE JOB TITLES SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION
Compliance Coordinator Performs a variety of clerical functions related to employee record-keeping compliance. Ensures compliance with contractual requirements and federal, state, and local government regulations. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Health Inspector Conducts investigations of work environments to determine if safety and health requirements are being met. May require a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on judgment and limited experience to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.  (www.salary.com)
Volunteer Coordinator Oversees the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of volunteer workers. Ensures that the activities of the volunteer workers meet the needs of the organization. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.  (www.salary.com)
Nurse Recruiter Oversees the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of volunteer workers. Ensures that the activities of the volunteer workers meet the needs of the organization. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.  (www.salary.com)

Certified Nursing Assistant

Performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs EKG's, draws blood, and assists with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures. Does not start or administer intravenous fluids, however, does obtain non-invasive body fluid specimens and, under supervision, administers approved medications via oral, subcutaneous, intradermal, or intramuscular routes. Aids other physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed. Requires a high school diploma and certification from an accredited nursing assistant program. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager. (www.salary.com)
Dietician Coordinates, plans and conducts programs to educate patients about nutrition and administering medical nutrition therapy. May oversee activities and provide advice to food service operations. Requires a bachelor's degree and is a registered dietitian with 0-2 years of experience. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (www.salary.com)
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Assists an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments. Prepares equipment for treatment and may perform clerical duties for the department. Requires an associate's degree and passing of a national examination to be a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A limited degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to an occupational therapist. (www.salary.com)
Dental Hygienist Under the direct supervision of a dentist, cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments. Feels lymph nodes under patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer. Feels and visually examines gums for sores and signs of disease. May provide clinical services and health education to improve and maintain oral health of school children. May conduct dental health clinics for community groups to augment services of dentist. May require an Associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience and is licensed as a dental hygienist. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a dentist. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (www.salary.com)
Laboratory Information Systems Coordinator Coordinates, develops, and maintains the scope and performance of laboratory information systems projects. Maintains project documentation by formulating and implementing policies and procedures. Maintains and updates the system. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com)
Physician Assistant (Surgical) Performs various duties to assist surgeon during surgery: retracts tissues and ties suturing materials, starts intravenous solutions, inserts tubes and performs pap smears. Also examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Requires a Requires a bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of related experience, and graduation from an accredited physician assistant program. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Typically reports to a physician. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (www.salary.com)

 

 

 

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