Paramedics are having practice in the field of medical science that deals with pre-hospital, emergencies, during the

hospitalization, and after hospital services in the community. A person working in this field is referred as a paramedic. They work as an emergency medical care provider, who provides primary medical and trauma care. To become a successful paramedic, a person should have the ability to work in rotational shifts and should have presence of mind to take the right decision during emergency and other respective fields. The major areas of work in the field of paramedical sciences are spinal injury management, fracture management, obstetrics, management of burns and assessment, assisting specialist in the surgery, pod, miner procedure areas, and phlebotomy, day care centers, causalities etc. A person working in the field of Para - Medicine must be well acquainted with the medical equipment maintenance procedures, standard operating procedures as well as emergency vehicle operation. The increasing demand of skilled paramedical professionals has opened up several career opportunities for young aspirants. Many paramedical institutes offer courses in the field of Para - Medicine, at degree and diploma levels. Prospects as a Paramedic After pursuing a course in the field of paramedical science, one can explore various career options available in the medical industry. A paramedic can draw job opportunities in government hospitals, private clinics and trauma centers, Mobile emergency services, such medical professionals can work as medical lab technicians, radiography technicians, speech therapists and audiologists, dialysis therapists, emergency technicians, emergency care practitioners, perfusion technicians, cardiac technicians, and respiratory therapists, cardiac care technicians, OT technicians etc. Besides, they can opt for high - end specialization courses and discover umpteen opportunities in India and abroad. The course is open for a candidate who has either completed SSLC or PUC/+2. One who has finished PU Science with Biology is eligible to take Degree courses where as one who finished SSLC/10th is eligible to do Diploma course. Paramedical course provides an avenue to a prospective student who wishes to enter the Field of Medicine in supporting services with promising results. It is a best option for A student who wanted to be a Doctor but unable to do so due to high rate of competition arising because of limited seats or financial constrain or any other unavoidable circumstances. One who opts for a paramedical course will have an exposure to all the subjects related to Medicine. He will have a formal exposure to Anatomy, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biostatistics and the subjects related with the chosen branch. The student will have a sufficient clinical exposure during the academic pregame which is crucial in molding their future. These are also regarded as ambulatory health services. These courses play a major role in minimizing work load of a specialist. Like unskilled work associated with medical procedures are performed by the paramedics saving the precious time of a specialist. The employment opportunities for the paramedics are growing day by day. With the increasing number of super specialty hospitals there is no dearth of opportunity as well as remuneration. Many of the hospitals hire them before one completes the course. The major branches of the Paramedical course are as follows.

Programmes at Diploma level are specially designed for a particular specialization and can be pursued after passing SSLC / SSC examination. A provision for lateral entry is also provided to the candidates who have cleared +2 science with biology. Diploma in X-Ray Technology The course entails training of students in both theoretical and practical aspects of X-ray technology. The student would be taught the various aspects of radiation physics, X-rays, Patient positioning, Film processing and development, CT scan, C-arm and Diagnostic nuclear medicine. Upon completion of the course the student would be able to perform as an x-ray technologist in all aspects of diagnostic radiology in patient care. Diploma in Operation Theater Technology Introduction The course entails training of students in both Theoretical and practical aspects of operating room technology. The student would be trained in the various aspects of patient care, pre-operative preparation, instrumentation, sterilization, operating room concepts, anesthesia, operating techniques and assistance to surgeons. On completion of the course, the student would be able to perform as an operating theatre nurse / technologist in all aspects of surgical intervention in patient care. Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology The course entails training of students in both Theoretical and practical aspects of laboratory Medicine. The student would be trained in all the various aspects of phlebotomy, clinical chemistry, hematology, clinical pathology, microbiology, serology and blood banking. On completion of the course, the student would be able to perform as a laboratory technician in all branches of laboratory medicine. Diploma in Medical Record Technology The course entails training of students in both theoretical and practical aspects of medical records keeping. Students will be trained in various aspects of patient record maintenance, case filing, data storage and retrieval, medical ethics and case handling. On completion of the course, the student will be able to perform as a medical records technician in a hospital. Programmes at Undergraduate level are designed to train the aspiring students to be the part of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic and direct patient care and supporting systems. Which are critical to the other health professionals they work with and the patients they serve.

B.Sc Perfusion Technology One of the major medical technological Breakthroughs in the last 50 years is the Development of Heart-Lung Machine. This was devised to maintain the human body in Living condition, even when the heart and Lungs are not functioning. The removal of Carbon dioxide from and addition of oxygen to the blood takes place through it. This Enables surgeon to make necessary cardiac repairs. A perfusionist is a skilled, allied health professional, trained and educated specifically as a member of an open-heart surgical team, responsible for the selection setup and operation of a Heart-Lung Machine and other life support system like IABP, LVAD, RVAD & ECMO. B.Sc Operation Theater Technology Operation theatre technology is meant to train the candidate in all the procedures in operation theatre. They will be able to carry out unskilled and semi skilled jobs in both Anesthesia and Surgery side with exposure and experience they will be capable of performing skilled jobs also. B.Sc Anesthesia Technology Anesthesia technologists are well versed with the pharmacology of anesthetic & non anesthetic drugs, their preparation, dilution, labeling. They are trained in preparing Anesthesia trolley checking the machine suction, gas system operation, working of OT tables, various gases used in OT, inhalational agents usage. B.Sc Respiratory Care Technology Respiratory Therapists are trained to aid physicians in the evaluation, diagnosis and care of patients with cardiopulmonary problems. Such patients include those with emphysema, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cardiac failure and chest trauma. Therapists perform a variety of procedures such as: Giving medication and aerosol therapy, Pulmonary function tests, Oxygen therapy, Blood gas determinations, Airway management, Mechanical ventilation, Maneuvers designed to facilitate removal of secretions from the lungs. The focus is on the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients suffering from diseases of the cardiopulmonary system. Respiratory Therapists serve as members of cardiac arrest and trauma admission teams or home care providers. They are committed to respiratory wellness and disease prevention and often are founded ministering family asthma and tobacco cessation programs. Respiratory Therapists are an esccuted part of a respiratory care B.Sc Cardiac Care Technology

Cardiac Care Technology measures how well a heart is functioning and can monitor heart rate. Cardiac care technicians assist physicians during invasive cardiovascular testing, where a tube is inserted into one of the blood vessels that carry blood into the heart. B.Sc Renal Dialysis Technology Dialysis technicians monitor and operate dialysis machinery, which removes waste and excess fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys are no longer functioning properly. In addition to preparing patients and monitoring dialysis treatment, dialysis technicians also prepare post treatment reports. Dialysis technicians also work on protocols for equipment evaluation and training materials for patients and staff. Dialysis technicians generally work under a physician or nurse's supervision, usually in a hospital, clinic or home-dialysis program. B.Sc Radiotherapy Technology Radiotherapy is the treatment of cancer and other diseases with ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation deposits energy that injures or destroys cells in the area being treated (the target tissue) by damaging their genetic material, making it impossible for these cells to continue to grow. Although radiation damages both cancer cells and normal cells, the latter are able to repair themselves and function properly. Radiotherapy may be used to treat localized solid tumors, such as cancers of the skin, tongue, larynx,