Allied Health Career Paths for Entry Level Personnel

There are a variety of entry-level opportunities in the healthcare industry. Below is a comprehensive list of some of those positions, as well as a quick explanation of each one.

• Anesthesia Technology – Assist trained anesthesiologists on surgery day by setting up equipment and keeping patients comfortable as well as have the daily responsibility of maintaining supplies.


• Cardiovascular Technology – Run testing equipment that will ultimately help doctors to detect and treat illnesses associated with the circulatory system.


• Central Service and Sterile Processing Technology – Using and maintaining sterilization equipment that sterilize surgical instruments in order to assist medical/surgical teams and protect patients.


• Dental or Medical Assistant – Perform necessary office tasks, promote health and wellness, and work alongside the dentist or doctor during exams or procedures.


• Dialysis Technology – Operate equipment used to treat kidney failure and help these patients as they cope with their disease.


• Emergency Medical Services Professional/Paramedic – Provide urgent medical attention to a patient while transporting them to a hospital.


• Massage Therapy – Using your own two hands to promote healing and prevent injury.


• Medical Billing and Coding - Processing medical claim forms for payment.


• Medical Laboratory Technician - Perform clinical tests that help physicians detect, diagnose and treat illnesses.


• Pharmacy Technology – Under the supervision of trained pharmacists, ensure patients receive their prescribed medications.


• Polysomnography – Polysomnography uses testing equipment that helps doctors diagnose and treat sleep disorders.


• Practical Nursing – Under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians, perform clinical tasks and keep patients comfortable.


• Radiography, MRI or Sonography – Using technology that provide internal body images which help doctors determine proper patient diagnosis and treatment.


• Respiratory Therapy – Provide respiratory care for patients suffering from breathing disorders.


• Surgical Technology – Working directly in the operating room with surgeons to help prepare patients for surgery.


• Veterinary Assistant – Assist veterinarians and/or veterinary technicians with the care of animals as well as provide administrative support to ensure the efficiency of a vet practice.


• Veterinary Technology – Take care of animals, administer testing and record findings in a clinic or lab setting.

One major advantage that these entry level allied health care career opportunities has is that you are able to prepare for the healthcare field, typically, in as little as two years.  

Meanwhile, you won't know what kind of opportunities are out there until you look into allied health care training at a school near you today.