artemkoverchik/taxonomies_rag huggingface dataset:
Orthopedic Physical Therapist (2251X0800X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Physical Therapist
Specialization: Orthopedic
Definition: A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.
Pediatric Physical Therapist (2251P0200X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Physical Therapist
Specialization: Pediatrics
Definition: A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in anatomy, histology, including embryonic development, genetics, biomechanics, neurological function, neuroscience, and pathology, behavioral sciences, and understanding of diseases or conditions that necessitate physical therapy care, that affect systems that in turn necessitate physical therapy care (comorbidities), and that influence the type of intervention that can be given.
Sports Physical Therapist (2251S0007X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Physical Therapist
Specialization: Sports
Definition: A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science, pathology and pathophysiology, medical and surgical intervention, and health and wellness, as well as rehabilitation/return to sports, management of acute injury/illness, medical and surgical consideration, injury prevention, and sports performance enhancement.
Physical Therapy Assistant (225200000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Physical Therapy Assistant
Definition: (1)Physical therapist assistants are skilled health care providers who are graduates of a physical therapist assistant associate degree program accredited by an agency recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education or Council on Postsecondary Accreditation, who assists the physical therapist in providing physical therapy. The supervising physical therapist is directly responsible for the actions of the physical therapist assistant. The PTA performs physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising physical therapist. Duties of the PTA include assisting the physical therapist in implementing treatment programs, training patients in exercised and activities of daily living, conducting treatments, and reporting to the physical therapist on the patient's responses. In addition to direct patient care, the PTA may also perform such functions as patient transport, and clinic or equipment preparation and maintenance. Currently more than half of all states require PTAs to be licensed, registered or certified. (2) An individual who works under the supervision of a physical therapist to assist him or her in providing physical therapy services. A physical therapy assistant may, for instance, help patients follow an appropriate exercise program that will increase their strength, endurance, coordination, and range of motion and train patients to perform activities of daily life.
Prosthetist (224P00000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Prosthetist
Definition: A health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive prosthetic patient care for individuals who have sustained complete or partial limb loss or absence. Prosthetists assess specific patient needs, formulate an appropriate treatment plan, implement the treatment plan and provide follow-up care.
Pulmonary Function Technologist (225B00000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Pulmonary Function Technologist
Definition: An individual who is trained and qualified to perform pulmonary diagnostic tests.  In the course of conducting these tests, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is able to setup, calibrate, maintain, and ensure the quality assurance of the pulmonary function testing equipment.  In the laboratory, clinical or patient care setting the technologist instructs patients, elicits cooperation, performs procedures, monitors patient response, and evaluates patient performance.  Tests results are calculated, compared with predicted normal ranges, and evaluated for reliability.  The technologist collects clinical history data and evaluates the clinical implications of the test results.
Recreation Therapist (225800000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Recreation Therapist
Definition: A recreation therapist uses recreational activities for intervention in some physical, social or emotional behavior to bring about a desired change in that behavior and promote the growth and development of the patient.
Recreational Therapist Assistant (226000000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Recreational Therapist Assistant
Definition: Recreational Therapist Assistants work in support of or assistant to Recreational Therapists treating patients with disabilities, injuries, and illnesses.  Recreational Therapist Assistants work in a variety of settings providing treatments using recreational activities, including games, sports, and crafts.
Rehabilitation Counselor (225C00000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Rehabilitation Counselor
Definition: An individual trained and educated in a systematic process of assisting persons with physical, mental, developmental, cognitive, and emotional disabilities to achieve their personal, career, and independent living goals assessment and appraisal, diagnosis and treatment planning, career (vocational) counseling, individual and group counseling interventions for adjustments to the medical and psychosocial impact of disability, case management, program evaluation and research, job analysis and placement counseling, and consultation on rehabilitation resources and technology. Certification generally requires a Master's degree with specialized courses in rehabilitation processes and technology.
Assistive Technology Practitioner Rehabilitation Counselor (225CA2400X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Rehabilitation Counselor
Specialization: Assistive Technology Practitioner
Definition: Definition to come...
Assistive Technology Supplier Rehabilitation Counselor (225CA2500X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Rehabilitation Counselor
Specialization: Assistive Technology Supplier
Definition: Definition to come...
Orientation and Mobility Training Rehabilitation Counselor (225CX0006X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Rehabilitation Counselor
Specialization: Orientation and Mobility Training Provider
Definition: Orientation and Mobility (O&M) specialists teach children and adults who have visual impairments the specific orientation skills used to find one's way in the environment and the mobility skills needed to travel safely and efficiently at home, school, work, and in the community. Instruction is usually provided one-on-one and can include skills such as how to use a long cane, the operation of low vision devices and electronic travel aids when appropriate, how to orient oneself to new environments, navigate public transportation systems, how to cross streets safely, and traveling by using hearing, remaining vision, and other senses.  In addition, O&M Specialists help children to develop fundamental skills such as fine and gross motor skills, concept development and problem solving skills. Adult clients can also benefit from an O&M specialist evaluating their current use of travel-related skills, discussing their future goals, and helping them select a program of instruction that will allow them to reach their greatest travel potential.
Rehabilitation Practitioner (225400000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Rehabilitation Practitioner
Definition: A health care practitioner who trains or retrains individuals disabled by disease or injury to help them attain their maximum functional capacity.
Certified Respiratory Therapist (227800000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Definition: A Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is a an entry level therapist who has passed a standardized written examination administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).  CRTs provide diagnostic testing, therapeutics, monitoring, rehabilitation, and education to patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system.  They provide these respiratory care services in all health care facilities and in the home.  A CRT is a graduate of an associate degree program approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) and where applicable, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of the license.
Critical Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278C0205X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Critical Care
Definition: Respiratory emergencies are commonplace in the treatment of critical care patients.  Included in the assessment measurements conducted by the respiratory therapist in the critical care settings are arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, intrarterial monitoring, bedside measurements of lung mechanics, hemodynamic monitoring, and inspired and expired gas measurements.  This is coupled with the initiation and management of mechanical ventilation patients.
Educational Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278E1000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Educational
Definition: The focus of patient and family education activities is to promote knowledge of disease process, medical therapy, and self help.  Respiratory therapists are uniquely qualified to provide this service in regard to cardiopulmonary diseases and injury.
Emergency Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278E0002X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Emergency Care
Definition: The immediate availability of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiopulmonary services in the assessment and management of trauma victims, patients requiring airway management and others requiring emergency care.
General Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278G1100X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: General Care
Definition: This level of care includes diagnostics testing, therapeutics, monitoring, rehabilitation of patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system, as well as, education of the patient and family in regard to those disorders.
Geriatric Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278G0305X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Geriatric Care
Definition: Care of older patients who have age and/or disease related decremental pulmonary changes.  Diagnosis and treatment is very important for this group since chronic lung disease is the major cause of morbidity and mortality among them.  Furthermore, as this segment of the population increases, life expectancy is being extended.
Home Health Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278H0200X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Home Health
Definition: Home care fosters individual responsibility for self-management of chronic respiratory conditions.  It includes individualized assessment based plans of care service developed to promote safe, proper, and sustained use of prescribed respiratory therapy medications, equipment, and techniques in the home.
Neonatal/Pediatric Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278P3900X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Neonatal/Pediatrics
Definition: The care and treatment of premature infants, newborns and children.  This includes management of mechanical ventilation, assessment, diagnostics and generalized respiratory treatments.
Palliative/Hospice Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278P3800X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Palliative/Hospice
Definition: A coordinated plan of care to help dying patients and their families handle the burden of terminal care.  Effective secretion management and relief of dyspnea are paramount in caring for patients with end-stage pulmonary disease.
Patient Transport Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278P4000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Patient Transport
Definition: Transport respiratory therapist provide patient assessment, initiation of treatment modalities and continued monitoring of patient status of the critically ill and injured patients with special attention to advanced airway and ventilator management.  The transport respiratory therapist knowledge and experience with complex neonatal, pediatric and adult patient care issues provides them with an expertise to assist with any patient care issue in a variety of transport modes.
Pulmonary Diagnostics Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278P1004X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Pulmonary Diagnostics
Definition: Included in the area of pulmonary diagnostics are the following; collection and analysis of physiological specimens, interpretation of physiological data, administration of tests of the cardiopulmonary system, and the conduct of both neurophysiological and sleep disorders studies.
Pulmonary Function Technologist Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278P1006X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Pulmonary Function Technologist
Definition: An individual who is trained and qualified to perform pulmonary diagnostic tests.  In the course of conducting these tests, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is able to setup, calibrate, maintain, and ensure the quality assurance of the pulmonary function testing equipment.  In the laboratory, clinical or patient care setting the technologist instructs patients, elicits cooperation, performs procedures, monitors patient response, and evaluates patient performance.  Tests results are calculated, compared with predicted normal ranges, and evaluated for reliability.  The technologist collects clinical history data and evaluates the clinical implications of the test results.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278P1005X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Definition: The respiratory therapist can assist the chronic pulmonary patient in returning to an optimal role in society by providing an effective program.  It includes bronchopulmonary drainage, exercise therapy, and patient education.
SNF/Subacute Care Certified Respiratory Therapist (2278S1500X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Certified
Specialization: SNF/Subacute Care
Definition: Care of residents in a long-term care environment.  Respiratory modalities delivered include those similar in the general care and critical care areas but provided to less critical patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (227900000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Definition: A Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is an advanced therapist who has passed standardized written and clinical simulation examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).  In addition, to the certified therapist (CRT) entry level skills, RRTs have advanced education and training in patient assessment, in the development and modification of patient care plans, and in assuring the appropriate utilization of respiratory care resources.  An RRT is a graduate of an associate or baccalaureate degree producing educational programs approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and where applicable, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license.
Critical Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279C0205X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Critical Care
Definition: Respiratory emergencies are commonplace in the treatment of critical care patients.  Included in the assessment measurements conducted by the respiratory therapist in the critical care settings are arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, intrarterial monitoring, bedside measurements of lung mechanics, hemodynamic monitoring, and inspired and expired gas measurements.  This is coupled with the initiation and management of mechanical ventilation patients.
Educational Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279E1000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Educational
Definition: The focus of patient and family education activities is to promote knowledge of disease process, medical therapy, and self help.  Respiratory therapists are uniquely qualified to provide this service in regard to cardiopulmonary diseases and injury.
Emergency Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279E0002X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Emergency Care
Definition: The immediate availability of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiopulmonary services in the assessment and management of trauma victims, patients requiring airway management and others requiring emergency care.
General Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279G1100X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: General Care
Definition: This level of care includes diagnostics testing, therapeutics, monitoring, rehabilitation of patients with disorders of the cardiopulmonary system, as well as, education of the patient and family in regard to those disorders.
Geriatric Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279G0305X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Geriatric Care
Definition: Care of older patients who have age and/or disease related decremental pulmonary changes.  Diagnosis and treatment is very important for this group since chronic lung disease is the major cause of morbidity and mortality among them.  Furthermore, as this segment of the population increases, life expectancy is being extended.
Home Health Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279H0200X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Home Health
Definition: Home care fosters individual responsibility for self-management of chronic respiratory conditions.  It includes individualized assessment based plans of care service developed to promote safe, proper, and sustained use of prescribed respiratory therapy medications, equipment, and techniques in the home.
Neonatal/Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279P3900X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Neonatal/Pediatrics
Definition: The care and treatment of premature infants, newborns and children.  This includes management of mechanical ventilation, assessment, diagnostics and generalized respiratory treatments.
Palliative/Hospice Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279P3800X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Palliative/Hospice
Definition: A coordinated plan of care to help dying patients and their families handle the burden of terminal care.  Effective secretion management and relief of dyspnea are paramount in caring for patients with end-stage pulmonary disease.
Patient Transport Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279P4000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Patient Transport
Definition: Transport respiratory therapist provide patient assessment, initiation of treatment modalities and continued monitoring of patient status of the critically ill and injured patients with special attention to advanced airway and ventilator management.  The transport respiratory therapist knowledge and experience with complex neonatal, pediatric and adult patient care issues provides them with an expertise to assist with any patient care issue in a variety of transport modes.
Pulmonary Diagnostics Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279P1004X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Pulmonary Diagnostics
Definition: Included in the area of pulmonary diagnostics are the following; collection and analysis of physiological specimens, interpretation of physiological data, administration of tests of the cardiopulmonary system, and the conduct of both neurophysiological and sleep disorders studies.
Pulmonary Function Technologist Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279P1006X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Pulmonary Function Technologist
Definition: An individual who is trained and qualified to perform pulmonary diagnostic tests.  In the course of conducting these tests, the Pulmonary Function Technologist is able to setup, calibrate, maintain, and ensure the quality assurance of the pulmonary function testing equipment.  In the laboratory, clinical or patient care setting the technologist instructs patients, elicits cooperation, performs procedures, monitors patient response, and evaluates patient performance.  Tests results are calculated, compared with predicted normal ranges, and evaluated for reliability.  The technologist collects clinical history data and evaluates the clinical implications of the test results.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279P1005X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Definition: The respiratory therapist can assist the chronic pulmonary patient in returning to an optimal role in society by providing an effective program.  It includes bronchopulmonary drainage, exercise therapy, and patient education.
SNF/Subacute Care Registered Respiratory Therapist (2279S1500X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Respiratory Therapist, Registered
Specialization: SNF/Subacute Care
Definition: Care of residents in a long-term care environment.  Respiratory modalities delivered include those similar in the general care and critical care areas but provided to less critical patients.
Respiratory/Developmental/Rehabilitative Specialist/Technologist (225500000X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist
Definition: General classification identifying individuals who are trained on a specific piece of equipment or technical procedure.
Athletic Trainer (2255A2300X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist
Specialization: Athletic Trainer
Definition: Athletic trainers are allied health care professionals who work in consultation with or under the direction of physicians, and specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses.  Currently, the entry-level employment requirements are a bachelor's degree with a major in athletic training from an accredited university or college. A majority of athletic trainers hold advanced degrees.  National board certification is generally required as a condition of state licensure and employment. Most states regulate athletic trainers, and they practice within the scope of that license or regulation.  Clinical practice includes emergency care, rehabilitation, reconditioning, therapeutic exercise, wellness programs, exercise physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology and health care administration.
Blind Rehabilitation Specialist/Technologist (2255R0406X)
Group: Respiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist
Specialization: Rehabilitation, Blind
Definition: Definition to come...
Audiologist (231H00000X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Audiologist
Definition: (1) A specialist in evaluation, habilitation and rehabilitation of those whose communication disorders center in whole or in part in hearing function. Audiologists are autonomous professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of the auditory, balance and other neural systems. Audiologists provide audiological (aural) rehabilitation to children and adults across the entire age span. Audiologists select, fit and dispense amplification systems such as hearing aids and related devices. (2) An audiologist is a person qualified by a master's degree in audiology, licensed by the state, where applicable, and practicing within the scope of that license. Audiologists evaluate and treat patients with impaired hearing. They plan, direct and conduct rehabilitative programs with audiotry substitutional devises (hearing aids) and other therapy.
Assistive Technology Practitioner Audiologist (231HA2400X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Audiologist
Specialization: Assistive Technology Practitioner
Definition: Definition to come...
Assistive Technology Supplier Audiologist (231HA2500X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Audiologist
Specialization: Assistive Technology Supplier
Definition: Definition to come...
Audiologist-Hearing Aid Fitter (237600000X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Audiologist-Hearing Aid Fitter
Definition: An audiologist/hearing aid fitter is the professional who specializes in evaluating and treating people with hearing loss, conducts a wide variety of tests to determine the exact nature of an individual's hearing problem, presents a variety of treatment options to patients, dispenses and fits hearing aids, administers tests of balance to evaluate dizziness and provides hearing rehabilitation training. This classification should be used where individuals are licensed as "audiologist-hearing aid fitters" as opposed to states that license individuals as "audiologists".
Hearing Instrument Specialist (237700000X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Hearing Instrument Specialist
Definition: Individuals who test hearing for the selection, adaptation, fitting, adjusting, servicing, and sale of hearing aids. Hearing Instrument Specialist is a designation provided individuals who qualify by the National Hearing Aid Society
Speech/Language/Hearing Specialist/Technologist (235500000X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist
Definition: General classification identifying individuals who are trained on a specific piece of equipment or technical procedure.
Audiology Assistant (2355A2700X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist
Specialization: Audiology Assistant
Definition: Definition to come...
Speech-Language Assistant (2355S0801X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist
Specialization: Speech-Language Assistant
Definition: Definition to come...
Speech-Language Pathologist (235Z00000X)
Group: Speech, Language and Hearing Service Providers
Classification: Speech-Language Pathologist
Definition: The speech-language pathologist is the professional who engages in clinical services, prevention, advocacy, education, administration, and research in the areas of communication and swallowing across the life span from infancy through geriatrics. Speech-language pathologists address typical and atypical impairments and disorders related to communication and swallowing in the areas of speech sound production, resonance, voice, fluency, language (comprehension and expression), cognition, and feeding and swallowing.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program (390200000X)
Group: Student, Health Care
Classification: Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
Definition: An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.
Perfusionist (242T00000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Perfusionist
Definition: A perfusionist operates extracorporeal circulation and autotransfusion equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily replace the patient's circulatory or respiratory function. The perfusionist is knowledgeable concerning the variety of equipment available to perform extracorporeal circulation functions and is responsible, in consultation with the physician, for selecting the appropriate equipment and techniques to be used.
Radiologic Technologist (247100000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Definition: A medical imaging or radiation therapy professional who is appropriately educated and trained to perform medical imaging procedures using ionizing and nonionizing radiation.
Bone Densitometry Radiologic Technologist (2471B0102X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Bone Densitometry
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in bone densitometry and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy, in performance of bone density imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Cardiac-Interventional Technology Radiologic Technologist (2471C1106X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Cardiac-Interventional Technology
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in cardiac interventional and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy, in cardiac interventional technology imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology Radiologic Technologist (2471C1101X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in cardiovascular interventional technology.
Computed Tomography Radiologic Technologist (2471C3401X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Computed Tomography
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in computed tomography (CT) and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of CT imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Radiologic Technologist (2471M1202X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of MRIs, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Mammography Radiologic Technologist (2471M2300X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Mammography
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in mammography and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of mammogram imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Nuclear Medicine Technology Radiologic Technologist (2471N0900X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Nuclear Medicine Technology
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in nuclear medicine technology and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of nuclear medicine imaging, administration of radiopharmaceuticals to patients, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Quality Management Radiologic Technologist (2471Q0001X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Quality Management
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in quality management.
Radiation Therapy Radiologic Technologist (2471R0002X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Radiation Therapy
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in radiation therapy and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy, in administration of radiation therapy, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Radiography Radiologic Technologist (2471C3402X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Radiography
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in radiography (also known as x-rays) and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of radiographs, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Sonography Radiologic Technologist (2471S1302X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Sonography
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in sonography and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of ultrasounds, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Vascular Sonography Radiologic Technologist (2471V0105X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Vascular Sonography
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in vascular sonography and is trained in the use of ultrasound equipment to image veins and arteries, which health care providers use to diagnose and treat various vascular conditions.
Vascular-Interventional Technology Radiologic Technologist (2471V0106X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiologic Technologist
Specialization: Vascular-Interventional Technology
Definition: A radiologic technologist who specializes in vascular interventional and is appropriately educated and trained, consistent with nationally recognized standards, state statute, and facility policy in performance of vascular interventional imaging, exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety, and patient care.
Radiology Practitioner Assistant (243U00000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Radiology Practitioner Assistant
Definition: A Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) is a health professional certified as a registered radiographer with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and, in addition, is credentialed to provide primary radiology health care with radiologist supervision. Radiology Practitioner Assistants are qualified by graduation from an educational program recognized by the Board of Directors of athe Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants (CBRPA) and certified by the CBRPA. Within the Radiologist/RPA relationship, Radiology Practitioner Assistants exercise autonomy in decision making in the role of a primary caregiver with regard to patient assessment, patient management and in providing a broad range of radiology diagnostic and interventional services. The clinical role of the Radiology Practitioner Assistant includes primary and specialty care in radiology practice settings in rural and urban areas.
Cardiovascular Specialist/Technologist (246X00000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
Definition: An allied health professional who performs diagnostic examinations at the request or direction of a physician in one or more of the following three areas: invasive cardiology, noninvasive cardiology, and noninvasive peripheral vascular study. Cardiovascular technologists are one type of allied health professional for which the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation has accredited education programs
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist/Technologist (246XC2901X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
Specialization: Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Definition: A cardiovascular invasive specialist/technologist monitors patientsвЂ™ heart rates and helps physicians in diagnosing and treating heart problems. They assist with cardiac catheterization and prepare and monitor patients during open-heart surgery and insertion of pacemakers, defibrillators, and stents.
Sonography Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular (246XS1301X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
Specialization: Sonography
Definition: A cardiovascular sonography technologist operates special equipment to create images and conduct tests of the cardiovascular system. They work with physicians who view the images and test results to assess and diagnose medical conditions.
Vascular Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular (246XC2903X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
Specialization: Vascular Specialist
Definition: A vascular technologist, also known as a vascular sonographer, creates images of blood vessels and collects data that help physicians diagnose disorders affecting blood flow. Vascular technologists often evaluate blood flow and identify blocked arteries or blood clots.
Health Information Specialist/Technologist (246Y00000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Health Information
Definition: An individual with a high school diploma, on-the-job experience and coding education from seminars or college classes who passes a national certification examination in either inpatient and outpatient facility services coding, or physician services coding.
Hospital Based Coding Specialist (246YC3301X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Health Information
Specialization: Coding Specialist, Hospital Based
Definition: None
Physician Office Based Coding Specialist (246YC3302X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Health Information
Specialization: Coding Specialist, Physician Office Based
Definition: None
Registered Record Administrator (246YR1600X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Health Information
Specialization: Registered Record Administrator
Definition: None
Other Specialist/Technologist (246Z00000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Definition: General classification identifying individuals trained on specific equipment and technical procedures in one of a collection of miscellaneous healthcare disciplines.
Medical Art Specialist/Technologist (246ZA2600X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Art, Medical
Definition: None
Biochemist (246ZB0500X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Biochemist
Definition: Definition to come...
Biomedical Engineer (246ZB0301X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Biomedical Engineering
Definition: None
Biomedical Photographer (246ZB0302X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Biomedical Photographer
Definition: None
Biostatiscian (246ZB0600X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Biostatistician
Definition: None
EEG Specialist/Technologist (246ZE0500X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: EEG
Definition: Definition to come...
Electroneurodiagnostic Specialist/Technologist (246ZE0600X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Electroneurodiagnostic
Definition: Definition to come...
Medical Geneticist (PhD) Specialist/Technologist (246ZG1000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Geneticist, Medical (PhD)
Definition: Definition to come...
Graphics Methods Specialist/Technologist (246ZG0701X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Graphics Methods
Definition: None
Medical Illustrator (246ZI1000X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Illustration, Medical
Definition: None
Nephrology Specialist/Technologist (246ZN0300X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Nephrology
Definition: Definition to come...
Orthopedic Assistant (246ZX2200X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Orthopedic Assistant
Definition: An Orthopaedic Assistant is a person who has been trained to work as a physician extender in both clinical and surgical environments. An Orthopaedic Assistant assists with aspects of patient care as determined by the supervising surgeon including, but not limited to, obtaining patient history, assisting with examinations, injections, recording of office notes, and application/adjustment/removal of splints, casts, and other immobilization devices.  Acting as a surgical first assistant for orthopaedic surgery cases includes providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, positioning of the patient, suturing and closure of body planes and skin, application of wound dressings or immobilization devices, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.  An Orthopaedic Assistant may be licensed, registered, or certified depending on the state in which the individual practices.
Surgical Assistant (246ZC0007X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Surgical Assistant
Definition: A surgical assistant is a skilled practitioner who has undergone formalized education and training as a surgical assistant. The surgical assistant performs surgical functions that include, but are not limited to: retracting, manipulating, suturing, clamping, cauterizing, litigating, and tying tissue; suctioning, irrigating and sponging; positioning the patient; closure of body planes and skin; and participating in hemostasis and volume replacement. Surgical assistants are certified and registered or licensed by the state, or, in states without licensure, certified as surgical assistants by completing appropriate education and training.
Surgical Technologist (246ZS0410X)
Group: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist, Other
Specialization: Surgical Technologist
Definition: Surgical technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.