In Cindy Purdy's presentation she discusses the importance of ergonomics in the work place. She presents many different ideas of how to prevent injury by stretching inbetween patients and using more ergonomic instuments. What kind of injuries can happen because of the way dental hygienest sit and work was talked about quite a bit also.…
As stated earlier, the length and detail of the education is what separates the physician from the assistant. Although the PA may know as much as the actual physician he or she work under, the certification and degree the physician holds is what makes them work less and get paid much more. There are different methods to how one can obtain the education required by the health board and the state laws. Physician assistant degrees can be obtained through an accredited university, through some military programs or schools, and colleges and health allied programs with association with medical schools. For example, in Miami, Florida, an aspiring Physician assistant student can attend Miami Dade College and apply to their two-year program. Although Miami Dade College is not a university, it is an accredited institution and is affiliated with hospitals such Jackson Memorial Hospital and the Baptist Health System. On average, the length of a physician assistant program is two years and has an average cost of $30,000 (Go Physician Assistant School, 2011). Using the previous example of Miami Dade College, this program has an approximate cost of $22,000 for in-state students and approximately $37,000 for out-of-state students. Although a student has completed the schooling, they are not allowed to practice their degree until completing state exams. All States and the District…
It’s amazing how much time is given to elder care but without it many older adults would suffer. With the number of older Americans growing there is an increase need for care but the appropriate funding is required on both ends financially and more support and education is need among staff and administration to actually supply the proper essentials to the aging population. Being a CNA goes beyond caring for sick patients and keeping their patients healthy in a variety of setting as Ai-Jen Poo mentioned in the audio interview incorporating those attributes of dignity and value into the work and allowing the geriatric population to be surrounded by love care and connection is vital to getting older. Nursing aides are the backbone of these health…
As you can see these pay rates aren’t as high as other job fields so for caution I have chosen two backup careers, a dental assistant and an…
Being a Nursing Assistant is a meaningful field, if you have the patience and the skills to care for others. A Nursing Assistant upon considering becoming a Nursing Assistant, you should consider the various legal issues you could possibly face over the course of your career. A CNA has numerous responsibilities and many task and duties, and must have the ability to be able to multitask. With just one turn of a head a patient could fall and hurt themselves or someone else.…
But, because dental hygienists are in such demand, you can earn a relatively good salary right away. Dental hygienists have a specific role to play in dentist’s offices, and they will more or less be repeating the same tasks daily. While your work may vary slightly between patients, you’ll mostly just be cleaning teeth all day. I’m sure you have thought, most of hygienist’s job requires working with people’s mouths, and it’s very likely you will come in contact with patients who have swollen gums, tooth decay or even bad breath.…
A dental hygienist is someone that works with the dentist to meet the oral needs of patients. To become a dental hygienist a minimum of and associates degree is needed. Dental hygienists need many skills to be a good one. You have to have a license in every state to become a dental hygienist. A dental hygienist can work in very many different environments. Beginning salary is $32,000. The job market is saturated for this occupation.…
There are many goals that I wish to achieve in my life. First, I want to pass my college classes and get into the dental hygienist program. Next, I want to become a dental hygienist because it is a good paying job. Lastly, I want to be able to move out and live comfortably. Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is not like the other motivation theories, this is because he believed an individual’s motives range from biological to individual to social needs. Maslow believed that an individual must accomplish the needs at the base of the pyramid first, before reaching the needs at the top. I believe my goals do align with Maslow’s theory. Passing my college classes fit in with the esteem section of the pyramid because it would bring a sense of accomplishment and confidence. Becoming a dental hygienist will satisfy the security section of the pyramid because I would be employed. Then, moving out and living comfortably would satisfy the physiological section because I would have a house which would provide warmth and shelter.…
Dental hygienist win a good fair amount of money because they have to teach oral health to each of their patients that way they keep their patients away from diseases. A dental hygienist wins $75.000 a year and makes $33.00 per hour and can raise up due to experience. A dental hygienist usually treat children oral health because kids can be irresponsible and not brushing their teeth, so a dental hygienist teaches a child how to brush and have a healthy smile.…
A registered dental hygienist not only cleans, examines, and provide preventive care but they also educate. The career also allows for other career paths. This includes, private practice as a clinician being the most popular work place for the dental hygienist, a corporate office, public health, researcher, educator, administrator, and or entrepreneur. Each career option varies in education requirements. The options for education includes an associates that's the most common, bachelors, and a masters. According to bls.gov, "Employment of dental hygienists is projected to grow 19 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations.…
Salary is important for every career, people want to make enough money that can support their financial needs. According to Bureau of labor statistics, 2015 median pay for dental assistants was about $35,980 a year, $17.50 per hour. Dental assistant salary depends on the years of experience, education, and location. Registered and certified dental assistant make more than a regular dental assistant. Certified dental assistant make $19 hourly, which are $2 more than a regular dental assistant (ADA). Salary also depends on location. The table shows the yearly wage for dental assistant of Wilmington NC, and the United States (U.S. Department of Labor). I plan to work in Wilmington North Carolina, the annual median wage is $33,610. It will increase…
I am a born and raised Southern Californian. Reading is my guilty pleasure, I’ve been a book addict since the age of eight. When I’m not reading I enjoy the outdoors, gardening, Texas Hold’em Poker and cooking. I am married to a wonderful husband who lets me be me, though he may not totally understand his wife’s crazy ways. I enjoy writing about strong, smart and loving women, who happen to show their softer side when it suits them and the Alpha males their drawn to. In the past, I have worked for several Dentist as their office…
As a Dental Hygienist the pay starts out at around $32.85 an hour. Dental Hygienists have to have an associates degree do work in a dental office. They also offer a higher degree but it's not required. Dentists make up to $158,310 a year ("U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.".)…
There are many different career paths and a variety of jobs for people to choose. Different people are suited for different jobs. The career I chose was to be a dental hygienist. Dental hygienists work as qualified members of the oral health care team to look at and help fix peoples’ teeth and gums; they also search for a cure or any disease. They help patients to improve and keep good oral hygiene. Dental hygienist must be caring and be able to take good precaution of their patients and educate them on their teeth. They must have plenty of training and duties in this career. They make a good amount of money hourly and yearly, but have to work hard in order to get that benefit; but in the long run it will all be worth it.…
Humans are not born with passion. Passion is something discovered through trial and error. I am fascinated with dentistry because of the passion involved in it, my respect for the dentists and oral surgeons who put so much effort into diagnosing my father's illness, and my passion for science.…