Health Professional Roles
What is a speech and language therapist (SALT)? Speech and language therapists are qualified and regulated health professionals – who provide life-changing treatment, support and care for childr...
What is a radiographer? Radiographers are qualified and regulated health professionals. There are two types of radiographer: diagnostic and therapeutic. Both are key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs)...
What is a healthcare scientist (HCS)? Healthcare scientists are qualified and regulated health professionals – who are a highly diverse scientific workforce improving health and wellbeing of pat...
What is a paramedic? Paramedics are qualified and regulated health professionals – who specialise in emergency treatment. They are one of the key Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) in the NHS. They e...
What is a physiotherapist? Physiotherapists (‘physios’) are qualified and regulated health professionals – who treat people to restore, maintain (and make the most of) mobility, func...
What is an occupational therapist (OT)? Occupational therapists (‘OTs’) are qualified and regulated health professionals – who enable people of all ages to participate in daily livi...
What is a AHP (allied health professional)? AHPs are the third largest workforce in the NHS – working alongside doctors and nurses in most areas of the NHS. They work in a range of surroundings includ...
What is a health visitor? Health visitors are qualified nurses or midwives who have undergone extra training. They work with families with children under five years old, to support and advise on child...
What is a pharmacist? Pharmacists are qualified and regulated health professionals – specialise in the preparation, dispensing, and management of medications. They are also trained in managing m...
What is a ward clerk? If you are in hospital, get to know the ward clerk. Why They are important as they do the admin on the ward and make things happen. They often are a mine of useful information, a...
