Sports nutritionist vs certified medical technician

Differences between sports nutritionist and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Sports nutritionist example responsibilities.

• Inspire patients to proactively manage their diabetes, to include administering insulin and taking prescribe medications.
• Formulate individualized nutrition care plans, monitor progress, and adjust goal-oriented interventions as appropriate for patients in an outpatient setting.
• Assess members BMI and body fat.
• Provide motivational coaching and emotional support to clientele.

Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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