Category Archives: Health Care

Orthopedic Technician

So…. Ryan broke her arm playing soccer a few weeks ago.  It was a clean hit and she went flying backwards and landed on her wrists.  She fractured her radius and ulna on her right arm (she is a lefty!) … Continue reading

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School Social Worker

My Friend Danielle works as a School Social Worker.  This is such a great and fulfilling career!  Social work can take you into so many different fields… you should check it out! Q:  What is the title of your profession? … Continue reading

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Occupational Therapist

Stacy works as an Occupational Therapist out of the pre-school I teach at.  I knew very little about Occupational Therapy until I started working at The Shooting Stars Program.  I think it is a great profession.  If you are considering … Continue reading

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Small Animal Veterinarian

I have been searching for a Veterinarian to interview and finally landed one!  Thank you to Dr. Hoyt!  Sometimes, all you have to do is ask!! Q:  What is the title of your profession? A:  Veterinarian in a small animal … Continue reading

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Speech-Language Pathologist

Darlene has a great profession!  Imagine getting to work one on one with the sweetest little kids everyday!  Speech pathology is a wonderful field and one that you should learn more about! Q:  What is the title of your profession? … Continue reading

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Social Worker- School System

My friend Kate has a great career.  She works as a Social Worker in the school system.  She gets to help children, families and teachers every day.  We are lucky to have people like Kate out there!  She is also … Continue reading

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Occupational Therapist

Another interview from a 5th grader! Great job! I interviewed Nathalie who is an Occupational Therapist and who owns her company.  She became interested in this profession when she worked at a camp with down syndrome children.  Here is my … Continue reading

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Orthodontist

One of my Sorority sisters, Jeanne, is an Orthodontist.  Are you a person that loves looking a beautiful, straight teeth?  Maybe you should consider a profession where you help create that smile!  As Jeanne says, don’t be afraid of the … Continue reading

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Chiropractor

Here is another profession in the health care industry.  Have you ever thought about being a Chiropractor?  Stuart enjoys his career and loves the fact that it is a more holistic approach to health.  I see a trend in the … Continue reading

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Phlebotomist

My friend Terri used to work as a Phlebotomist.  She was my lab partner in Anatomy in High School and was never squeamish!  I still remember getting together over December Break and reconstructing our mink bones…. oh, the memories!  I … Continue reading

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