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Why a health care career?because health care helps peoplebecause health care is high-tech because health care gives you many options because health care jobs have a high degree of flexibility because health care provides stable employment at the heart of the Delaware Valley's economy because health care work is teamwork because health care is challenging because health care jobs have lots of opportunities for personal and professional growth because health care careers can begin in many ways because health care helps people Working in health care gives you the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives every day. Many health care jobs involve direct contact with patients and families, so your work can often be very personal. Other positions do not involve direct patient contact, making them ideal for people who want to work behind the scenes but still know that they are helping those in need. because health care is high-tech Many health care jobs are high-tech and "high-touch." From surgical technology to sophisticated diagnostic imaging machines to the rapidly growing field of health care information management, health care jobs increasingly require cutting-edge technology to care for people. Health care jobs are perfect for those who want to combine new technology with commitment to helping people. because health care gives you many options Health care careers are varied and diverse. They can be found in urban, suburban and rural areas. You can often find employment close to home, and your skills will help you find a job wherever you move. The health care sector is closely linked to many other parts of the regional economy. Your training will allow you to work in a variety of settings, from small practices to big hospitals, from research universities to long-term-care facilities. Health care workers often find employment in related industries, such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical devices. because health care jobs have a high degree of flexibility Many health care jobs offer standard 40-hour work weeks with 9-to-5 working hours. However, some facilities require constant 24/7 staffing to care for patients around the clock. Schedules can change from week to week, and employers often pay bonuses for night shifts. These are jobs in the health care for people who do not need or want standard working hours, as well as for those who do. because health care provides stable employment at the heart of the Delaware Valley's economy Health care is one of the largest industries in the Delaware Valley, with 250,000 workers-more than 14% of all the jobs in the region. The demand for most types of health care workers is projected to increase in the next decade. Constant improvements in medical science mean that health care workers can provide care for many more severe illnesses. Jobs are becoming more specialized, and available positions are increasing. If you want job security and employment flexibility, a health care job is a good choice. because health care work is teamwork Health care jobs are team jobs, bringing together many caregivers with a broad range of skills and aptitudes to treat patients or to support those who do. As a member of that team, your input is crucial to the delivery of quality health care. Health care can be a pressured and intense environment, and the team system includes procedures and checks to ensure the best quality care from every team member's contribution. because health care is challenging Health care careers are continually challenging. Each new case brings a fresh set of circumstances that requires you to think on your feet. The health care team does whatever it takes to care for people in need and to provide both physical and emotional support. Although patient care can be mentally, emotionally, and physically demanding, the work environment is exciting and full of new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Health care techniques and technology are constantly changing, so you learn new skills and improve the quality of care you give over the course of your career. Most employers provide their staff with ongoing training to help them stay on the cutting edge. because health care jobs have lots of opportunities for personal and professional growth In meeting the challenges of health care jobs, you can learn new skills and advance at work. Many jobs have career ladders in which your responsibility and compensation will grow with increasing experience and education. Many employers offer generous education benefits so you can pursue the training necessary for promotion without spending your own money. because health care careers can begin in many ways Many opportunities are available in the health care field, and sometimes it can be hard to decide which ones to pursue. The career counselors at the CareerLink at Suburban Station...specializing in Healthcare & Life Sciences are ready to help you identify your interests. You can also explore health care jobs on your own by volunteering part-time at a hospital to observe health care work environments firsthand.
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