Describe the roles of healthcare team members.
Description should include the roles and responsibilities of healthcare team members, such as
- physicians
- pharmacists, pharmacy technician
- physician assistants
- nurse practitioners
- registered nurses, licensed practical nurse
- psychiatrists
- psychologists, mental health technicians
- physical/occupational therapists
- social workers
- nutritionists
- certified nurse aides
- patient care technicians
- dentists/hygienists/assistants
- opticians/technicians
- respiratory therapists
- physical therapists
- volunteers
- speech pathologists
- dietitians
- chaplains
- medical assistants
- first responders/emergency medical technicians (EMTs)
- surgical technologist, surgical assistants
- registered medication aides.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is it important for healthcare professionals to be able to work positively in a team setting?
- What are the roles of various team members in the different medical care delivery systems?
- What is the chain of command in the various medical care delivery systems?
- What is an interdisciplinary healthcare team?
- What are the characteristics of effective team members?
- What are the best methods for building positive team relationships?