Health Care and Social Assistance
"Caring for people who are sick or in need, or who require some kind of medical or social assistance, is a huge undertaking. Fortunately, the establishments in the Health Care and Social Assistance industry are there to help.
Health care and social assistance activities are grouped together because the services they offer are often interrelated. For example, a nursing home may offer both medical and social assistance to its patients. Some establishments provide only medical care, some provide only social assistance, and many provide both.
Establishments vary according to the activities or services provided. Common workplaces for professionals in this industry include doctors’ offices, hospitals, medical labs, nursing homes, substance abuse facilities, food banks, emergency shelters, and daycares.
Health care and social assistance services are delivered by professionals trained as health practitioners or social workers. However, there are many other jobs in this industry for people who help run the facilities. These are often in service occupations or administrative support." ~Career Cruising database
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