Medicine is bigger than most people realize. Whether you see yourself in the operating room, behind a research microscope, shaping public health policy, or leading a hospital, there is a place for you in this field.
This page is your starting point. Browse healthcare careers by category, from clinical roles to research, technology, policy, and beyond. Can’t find exactly what you’re looking for? That’s okay.. use it as a starting point, dig deeper on your own, and you may discover a role that fits you perfectly.
New careers are posted on a weekly basis. Each post goes in depth on a specific role — what the job actually looks like day to day, what it takes to get there, and whether it might be the right fit for you. Check back regularly so you don’t miss one that could change your decision entirely.
Have questions? If it’s about a specific career, comment on the blog post; for anything else on your mind, you can email me at jordyn.firstrounds@gmail.com and ask away! Questions are answered on a rolling basis.
This page will continue to grow as First Rounds grows. Bookmark it, come back often, and explore without pressure. You don’t have to have it all figured out yet.. that’s exactly why we’re here!
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Interventional Cardiologist
Description: An Interventional Cardiologist is a type of Cardiologist that specializes in catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel conditions without major open-heart surgery. Characteristics Needed: To be a successful Interventional Cardiologist, one should have these characteristics: Exceptional decision-making skills, great attention to detail, strong hand-eye coordination, resilience, effective communication skills, etc.…
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Cardiologist
Description: A Cardiologist is a Doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases that occur in the heart and blood vessels. Characteristics Needed: To be a successful Cardiologist, one should display these skills: Strong communication, empathy and compassion, attention to detail, mental and physical stamina, teamwork and leadership, etc. Schooling: Bachelor’s Degree – 4…
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Internist
Description: An Internist (or an Internal Medicine Physician) is a Doctor who diagnoses and provides non-surgical treatments for a wide range of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Characteristics Needed: To be a successful Internist, one should obtain these skills: Critical thinking, active listening, Compassion and patience, communication skills, attention to detail, time management,…
