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Healthcare Team Members Abbreviations Reference Chart

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Healthcare Team Members Abbreviations

This webpage provides a useful reference for commonly used healthcare team member abbreviations, helping individuals within the healthcare field and patients recognize and communicate with various members of the healthcare team. These abbreviations are essential for efficient communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals and support staff. Whether you're a healthcare worker, a patient, or a visitor, this chart will assist you in identifying and understanding the roles of different healthcare team members. A solid grasp of these abbreviations is crucial for coordinating patient care and ensuring effective healthcare delivery.

Definition

Abbreviation

Care Manager

CM

Certified Nurse’s Aide/Assistant

CNA

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

CRNA

Medical Assistant

MA

Nurse Practitioner

NP

Occupational therapy/therapist

OT

Patient Care Assistant/Tech

PCA/PCT

Physical therapy/therapist

PT

Physician Assistant

PA

Primary care provider

PCP

Registered Dietician

RD

Respiratory Therapy/Therapist

RT

Social Worker

SW

Speech language pathology/pathologist

SLP

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