Career Cluster - Health Sciences
The Health Science career cluster encompasses careers focused on promoting health, wellness, and diagnosis, as well as treating injuries and diseases, encompassing both direct patient care and research-related roles.
Focus: The Health Science cluster prepares individuals for careers that: Promote health and wellness; Diagnose and treat injuries and diseases; May involve direct patient care, research, or data collection and analysis
Career Examples:
Therapeutic Services: Nurses, physicians, therapists (physical, occupational, speech, etc.), pharmacists.
Diagnostic Services: Medical and dental lab technicians, phlebotomists, radiology technologists.
Biotechnology Research & Development: Researchers, scientists, genetic counselors.
Health Informatics: Medical coders, health information managers, data analysts.
Support Services: Medical assistants, dental assistants, EMTs, paramedics, and other healthcare support staff.
Work Environments: Hospitals; Clinics and medical offices; Nursing homes and assisted living facilities; Research laboratories; Public health departments; Schools and universities.
Why it's important: The health science cluster is vital because it addresses the critical need for healthcare professionals to maintain and improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
3108 W. DeYoung St. Ste. A
Marion, IL 62959
Smile Doctors is the largest ortho-focused dental support organization (OSO) in the U.S. The company has the fastest-growing network of award-winning orthodontists. With more than 430 convenient locations in 29 states, Smile Doctors has a rich history of developing and growing affiliated practices by providing tools and technology that allow their orthodontists to focus entirely on patient care.
Smile Doctors is the largest network of Diamond Plus Invisalign® providers. Smile Doctors orthodontists are proud members of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, and host for the Lecture Center for Orthodontic Excellence. Smile Doctors mission is to create confident smiles that inspire the best in their patients, each other, and the communities they serve.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:00a-5:00p Friday 8:00a-12:00p
2401 W Main St.
Marion, IL 62959
Our main campus provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health care, addiction and substance abuse treatment, cardiology, diabetes care, treatment for spinal cord injuries and disorders, vascular surgery, and more. Below, you’ll find our address and hours, parking and transportation information, and the other health services we offer at Marion VA Medical Center.
