Title: Describe the roles of healthcare team members and the responsibilities of each member.
Course: Vision Care Technician I (14057-I) > Section: Understanding the U.S. Healthcare System

Description should include roles of healthcare workers who are typically part of a healthcare team, such as those listed below, along with the responsibilities of each member:

- Physicians
- Pharmacists
- Physician assistants
- Nurse practitioners
- Registered nurses
- Psychiatrists
- Psychologists
- 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

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?