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Field Allied Health × Clear all

Audiologist and speech-language pathologist

Diagnoses and treats hearing loss and communication disorders, from fitting a child's first hearing aid to rebuilding speech after a stroke. Entered through BASLP at an RCI recognised college.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals, ENT and rehabilitation clinics, special schools, early intervention centres, and private practice
Skills tested Patient Care Attention to Detail Empathy
Common routes BASLP (Audiology and Speech Language Pathology)
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BMLT — Lab Technology

diagnostics labs

Field Allied Health
Setting
Skills tested Quality control Attention to Detail Sterile technique +1
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences
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Cardiac care technologist

Running the equipment behind cardiac diagnosis and treatment - ECG, echocardiography, stress testing, and assisting in catheterisation and cardiac surgery.

Field Allied Health
Setting Cardiology departments, catheterisation labs, cardiac surgery theatres, diagnostic centres
Skills tested Diagnostic imaging Anatomy and physiology Patient Care +1
Common routes B.Sc Cardiac Care / Cardiovascular Technology
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Clinic Owner

Runs an independent clinical practice. Requires the relevant statutory registration to practise, and typically several years of employed experience before setting up.

Field Allied Health
Setting Own practice, Government AYUSH dispensaries, AYUSH colleges, Colleges
Skills tested Entrepreneurship Patient Care Attention to Detail +1
Common routes Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS) Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) +1
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Clinical Research Associate

Monitors clinical trials for compliance and data quality across investigator sites.

Field Allied Health
Setting Clinical research organisations, Research institutes, Agri-biotech firms, Pharmaceutical manufacturers (Sun Pharma
Skills tested Research Patient Care Attention to Detail +1
Common routes Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) B.Sc Biotechnology / Microbiology +1
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Dietitian and Nutritionist

Assesses nutrition needs and provides evidence-based food and diet guidance within qualified professional scope.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals, clinics, public health, sports, food services, research, wellness and independent practice within permitted scope. Remote possible
Skills tested Attention to Detail Patient Care
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences B.Sc Nutrition and Dietetics
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Elder care assistant

Supporting older people with daily living, mobility, medication reminders and companionship, at home or in a care facility. Demand is growing quickly and the work is chronically undervalued.

Field Allied Health
Setting Private homes, old age homes, assisted living facilities, home healthcare agencies
Skills tested Empathy Patient Care Physical stamina +1
Common routes ITI Old Age Care Assistant
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Ergonomics Consultant

Assesses how people work and redesigns tasks, workstations and equipment to reduce injury and strain, for employers or insurers. Usually reached from occupational therapy or physiotherapy.

Field Allied Health
Setting Rehabilitation centres, Special schools and early intervention centres, Corporate ergonomics consulting, Hospitals
Skills tested Analytical Thinking Patient Care Attention to Detail +1
Common routes Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) Master of Occupational Therapy
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Forensic scientist (FSL)

state & central labs

Field Allied Health
Setting State and Central Forensic Science Laboratories, CBI, NIA and police departments, National Forensic Sciences University
Skills tested Attention to Detail Report writing Chemistry +1
Common routes B.Sc Forensic Science Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) +1
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General duty assistant (patient care)

Basic patient care in hospitals - mobility, hygiene, feeding, observation and supporting nursing staff. A short course, a real qualification, and one of the fastest routes into hospital work.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals, nursing homes, home healthcare agencies
Skills tested Empathy Patient Care Teamwork +1
Common routes Certificate in General Duty Assistant (Patient Care)
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Lab technician (DMLT)

diagnostics chains

Field Allied Health
Setting
Skills tested Quality control Attention to Detail Sterile technique +1
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences
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Life Science Researcher

Investigates biological systems through laboratory or field research, experimental design, data analysis and scientific communication.

Field Allied Health
Setting Research institutes, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, food, agriculture, environment and public laboratories. Remote possible
Skills tested Research Laboratory Research
Common routes Master of Science (M.Sc) M.Sc Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry
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Medical Coder

Converts clinical documentation into standardised billing codes. A large, stable outsourcing employment sector for life-science graduates.

Field Allied Health
Setting Healthcare BPO and RCM firms (Optum, Omega Healthcare, AGS Health), Hospital billing departments
Skills tested Patient Care Attention to Detail Empathy
Common routes Certificate in Medical Coding
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Medical coding & health informatics

certification, ₹3–10 LPA

Field Allied Health
Setting
Skills tested Database management Regulatory compliance Attention to Detail +1
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)
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Medical Lab Technician

Performs diagnostic laboratory tests across biochemistry, haematology, microbiology and pathology. Steady hiring from expanding diagnostic chains.

Field Allied Health
Setting Diagnostic labs and chains, Hospitals and nursing homes, Blood banks, Research institutes
Skills tested Patient Care Attention to Detail Technical Maintenance +1
Common routes Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
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Medical Laboratory Technologist

Performs and documents laboratory tests that support diagnosis, treatment and disease monitoring.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospital laboratories, diagnostic centres, blood banks, public-health laboratories and research facilities.
Skills tested Attention to Detail Patient Care
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences M.Sc Allied Health Sciences
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Mental Health OT

An occupational therapist working in mental health, helping people rebuild routine, work and daily function rather than treating symptoms directly. Practised in psychiatric hospitals, rehabilitation centres and community programmes.

Field Allied Health
Setting Rehabilitation centres, Special schools and early intervention centres, Corporate ergonomics consulting, Hospitals
Skills tested Patient Care Attention to Detail Empathy
Common routes Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) Master of Occupational Therapy
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Nutrition & Dietetics

clinical + private consulting

Field Allied Health
Setting
Skills tested Empathy Communication Patient Care +1
Common routes Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) M.Sc Allied Health Sciences
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Occupational Therapist

Helps people participate safely and independently in daily activities after illness, injury, disability or developmental difficulty.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals, rehabilitation, paediatrics, mental health, community services, schools and assistive-technology settings.
Skills tested Communication Clinical Assessment
Common routes Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) Master of Occupational Therapy
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Operation theatre technician

Preparing and running the operating theatre - sterilising and setting up instruments, assisting the surgical team, and managing equipment during procedures.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospital operating theatres and day surgery centres
Skills tested Attention to Detail Sterile technique Teamwork +1
Common routes Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology
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Optometry (B.Optom)

retail chains + clinics

Field Allied Health
Setting
Skills tested Patient Care Attention to Detail Diagnostic imaging +1
Common routes M.Optom (Master of Optometry) Diploma in Optometry +1
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OT / dialysis technician

hospital core staff

Field Allied Health
Setting Dialysis centres and chains (NephroPlus, DaVita), Hospital nephrology units, Government dialysis programmes (PMNDP)
Skills tested Teamwork Patient Care Attention to Detail +1
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences Diploma in Dialysis Technology
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Physiotherapist

Assesses movement and supports rehabilitation through evidence-based exercise, education and physical interventions within professional scope.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals, rehabilitation centres, clinics, sports settings, community care and education.
Skills tested Communication Clinical Assessment
Common routes Diploma in Physiotherapy Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) +1
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Radiology Technician

Operates X-ray, CT and MRI equipment, positioning patients and ensuring radiation safety. Advanced modality skills carry a clear pay premium.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals and diagnostic imaging centres, Radiology chains, Cancer centres, Mobile imaging services
Skills tested Safety awareness Patient Care Attention to Detail +1
Common routes Diploma in Radiology and Imaging Technology B.Sc Radiology and Imaging Technology +1
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Radiology Technologist

Produces diagnostic medical images using authorised equipment and radiation-safety procedures under clinical protocols.

Field Allied Health
Setting Hospitals, diagnostic imaging centres, clinics and specialised medical facilities.
Skills tested Attention to Detail Patient Care
Common routes B.Sc Allied Health Sciences B.Sc Radiology and Imaging Technology
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Rehabilitation Head

Leads a rehabilitation department - physiotherapy, occupational therapy and allied staff - in a hospital or specialist centre. A senior post reached after years of clinical practice and a master's qualification.

Field Allied Health
Setting Multi-specialty hospitals, Rehabilitation centres, Special schools and early intervention centres, Occupational therapy colleges
Skills tested Leadership Patient Care Attention to Detail +1
Common routes Master of Physiotherapy Master of Occupational Therapy
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Veterinary Doctor

Diagnoses, treats and helps prevent disease in animals while supporting animal and public health.

Field Allied Health
Setting Veterinary hospitals, clinics, farms, government services, wildlife, research and animal-health organisations.
Skills tested Attention to Detail Patient Care
Common routes Master of Veterinary Science B.V.Sc & A.H. (Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry)
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