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  Welcome to the Connected Career Rounds On-Demand site! To your left, you will find links to various resources related to careers in healthcare and additional programming at Cleveland Clinic. Please note that live sessions have now concluded for the 2024-2025 school year.

  For on-demand videos, see the sections below. Once a video is available, click the "On-Demand Video" link. After completing a brief attendance/registration survey, you will be taken directly to the video. 
  

  Please note that there are additional career resources for the depicted careers in each section. 

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  What Happens When You Vape? (Tuesday, March 11)
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  What Happens When You Vape? (Tuesday, March 11)

  • This session will be posted for on-demand viewing on Friday, 3/14/25.

  • Description: 

    Vaping is a relatively new phenomenon, and we’re still learning about its health effects. In this session, a pediatric pulmonologist who publishes on vaping will cover what we do know, and a care team will discuss their roles in treating patients with complications from vaping.

    Careers Included: 

    • Physician (MD) - Pediatric pulmonologist
    • Health Educator
      
    • Nurse Practitioner - Asthma Educator
      
    • Respiratory Therapist 
    • Radiology technologist

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 11: VAPING
  • URLCereer Video Spotlight - Respiratory Therapy
  • URLCareer Video Spotlight - Radiology Tech
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about respiratory therapy
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• All About Doctors (Tuesday, February 25)

  All About Doctors (Tuesday, February 25)

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    Description: 

    The journey to becoming a doctor is a long one that can be confusing. In this session, a group of medical doctors at different stages in their educations/careers will talk about what it takes to be a doctor and what life is like at their current career stages.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Medical Students - CCLCM at CWRU and CWRU SOM
    • General Surgery Resident
    • Chief of Education / Pulmonologist
    • Hospital Vice President / Chief Medical Officer / Anesthesiologist

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 10: DOCTORS
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about doctors!
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Follow Your Heart: Working in Cardiology (Tuesday, February 11)

  Follow Your Heart: Working in Cardiology (Tuesday, February 11)

  • Description:  

    Your heart is extremely important, so what happens when something is wrong with it? A cardiology team will share what they do and how they keep this vital organ working to its full potential. 

    Careers Included:

    • Cardiothoracic surgeon 
    • Cardiovascular perfusionist
    • Cardiovascular sonographer
    • Sterile Processing Technician
    • Step Down Nurse

    
    

    CAUTION: This video contains footage of real cardiothoracic surgeries. Videos are zoomed in and no faces are visible. 

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 9: CARDIOLOGY
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Looking at the Small Things: The Pathology Lab (Tuesday, January 28)

  Looking at the Small Things: The Pathology Lab (Tuesday, January 28)

  • Description:
    

    Every time someone draws your blood, checks your cholesterol or runs a number of other tests, a pathology lab is involved. In this session, caregivers working in the collection and analysis of these lab specimens will give us a close-up look at what they do.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Medical Doctor (MD) - Pathologist
    • Cytologist
    • Medical Laboratory Scientist
    • Pathologist Assistant
    • Phlebotomist

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 8: PATHOLOGY
  • URLCareer Video Spotlight: Medical Laboratory Technician
  • URLCareer Video Spotlight: Phlebotomist
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• What's in Your Head?: The Neurology/Neurosurgery Team (Tuesday, January 14)

  What's in Your Head?: The Neurology/Neurosurgery Team (Tuesday, January 14)

  • Description:
    

    When someone has a stroke, quick action is needed. This team of professionals who specialize in caring for the brain will explain the all hands on-deck process that is needed to save patient lives.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Physician (MD) - Neurosurgeon 
    • Physician (DO) -  Neurosurgery Resident
    • MRI Technologist
    • Registered Nurse
    • Speech Language Pathologist 
    • Sterile Processing Technician

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 7: BRAINS
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Saving the Tiniest Patients (Tuesday, December 10)

  Saving the Tiniest Patients (Tuesday, December 10)

  • Description:
    

    When babies arrive and something goes wrong, the pediatric NICU springs into action. In this session, a pediatric NICU team will walk us through the process of saving a tiny premature baby.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Physician (MD) - Neonatologist
    • Advance Practice Nurse - Nurse Practitioner 
    • Registered Nurse
    • Registered Dietician
    • Respiratory Therapist

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 6: BABIES
  • URLCereer Video Spotlight - Respiratory Therapy
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Play Ball: Caring for Athletes (Tuesday, November 26)

  Play Ball: Caring for Athletes (Tuesday, November 26)

  • Description:
    

    When athletes get injured, a skilled team of professionals is tasked with getting them back on their feet. A sports medicine team will discuss how every member of the team is crucial in getting athletes back to peak performance.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Phyician (MD) - Sports medicine
    • Physical therapist
    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Athletic trainer
    • Outpatient Clinical Care Assistant

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 5: SPORTS
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these jobs
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• The People Who Fight Cancer (Tuesday, November 12)

  The People Who Fight Cancer (Tuesday, November 12)

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    Description: 

    When cancer strikes, a team rallies together to fight it back. Oncologists and their allies use advanced treatments to combat this illness. The team crafts individualized treatment strategies to fight cancer. 

    Careers Included:

    • Physician (MD) - Oncologist
    • Nuclear Radiologist
      
    • Chemo Nurse
    • Nurse Practitioner
      
    • Chemo Pharmacist 
    • Pharmacy Technician

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 4: THE PEOPLE WHO FIGHT CANCER
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Getting Ready for Babies (Tuesday, October 22)

  Getting Ready for Babies (Tuesday, October 22)

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    Description: 

    When life is on the horizon, a dedicated team of experts steps in to guide the journey. This session will unveil the vital role these professionals play in bringing new beginnings into the world, ensuring a safe and supportive path for both mother and child.

    Careers Included:

    • Physician (MD) - Obstetrician - Gynecologist (OBGYN)
    • Certified Nurse Midwife
    • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
      
    • Nurse Practitioner
      
    • Labor/Delivery Nurse  
      

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 3: GETTING READY FOR BABIES
  • URLCareer Video Spotlight - Sonographer
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• When Life Takes Us Down: The Emergency Room (Tuesday, October 8)

  When Life Takes Us Down: The Emergency Room (Tuesday, October 8)

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    Description: 

    When in distress, we rush to the ER. An emergency room team will explain how each member plays an important role in addressing urgent matters and the types of care they provide in clutch situations. In particular, this year's session will focus on sudden cardiac arrest. 
    

    Careers Included:

    • Physician (MD) - Emergency Room
    • Registered Nurse 
    • EMTs and Paramedics 
    • Physician Assistant
    • Clinical Technician

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 2: EMERGENCY ROOM
  • URLCareer Video Spotlight - Patient Transport
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• All About Therapy (Tuesday, September 24)

  All About Therapy (Tuesday, September 24)

  • Description:
    

    When seeking physical and mental health support, therapy provides a safe haven. Our therapy team explains their role in addressing physical and emotional well-being and the diverse types of therapeutic approaches they use to help patients navigate life’s challenges.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Psychologist - Pediatric
    • Physical therapist
    • Physical therapist assistant
    • Occupational therapist
    • Occupational therapist assistant
    • Art therapist
    • Music therapist

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO 1: THERAPY
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Please see below for on-demand sessions from prior years.

  
  
• Saving Your Voice: Laryngology (2023-2024)

  Saving Your Voice: Laryngology (2023-2024)

  • Description:
    

    A laryngology team can treat issues that affect your breathing. They're also the people who save famous singers' voices. In this session, a laryngology team will walk us through the process of caring for a singer who needs laser voice surgery. 
    

    Careers Included:

    • Medical Doctor (MD) - Laryngologist
    • Speech Language Pathologist
    • Registered Nurse - Nurse Manager
    • Surgical Technologist

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: LARYNGOLOGY
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Innovating for the Future of Healthcare (2023-2024)

  Innovating for the Future of Healthcare (2023-2024)

  • Description:
    

    At the Cleveland Clinic, we have a team that is dedicated to the future of healthcare. Cleveland Clinic Innovations looks to the future with their team of professionals who are determined to make the next big thing in healthcare.      

    Careers Included or Discussed:

    • Mechanical engineer
    • Biomedical engineer
    • Market research analyst
    • Lawyer

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: INNOVATIONS
• Bad Blood: The Surgical Team That Wants to Save a Dying Leg (2023-2024)

  Bad Blood: The Surgical Team That Wants to Save a Dying Leg (2023-2024)

  • Description:

    A vascular surgery team walks us through how they treat the dying leg of someone with peripheral arterial disease, which can impact people with diabetes and those who smoke.
    

    Careers Featured: 

    • Cath lab nurse
    • Physician assistant
    • Radiology technician
    • Surgical technologist
    • Vascular technologist
    • Medical Doctor - Vascular surgeon

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: VASCULAR SURGERY
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• Under Pressure: Treating Hypertension (2023-2024)

  Under Pressure: Treating Hypertension (2023-2024)

  • Description:
    

    High blood pressure is very common and very bad for your health. A team of Cleveland Clinic caregivers led by a kidney doctor will discuss this condition, what it does to your body, and how they respond to it. 
    

    Careers Included:

    • Physician (MD) - Nephrologist
    • Registered Nurse
    • Registered Dietician
    • Pediatric Psychologist
    • Dialysis Technician

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: NEPHROLOGY
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
• The Many Faces of Nursing (2023-2024)

  The Many Faces of Nursing (2023-2024)

  • Description:
    

    As a career, nursing allows you to go just about anywhere. In this session, a team of nurses shows us the many different directions that a nursing career can go. The Connected Career Rounds team will also briefly discuss advanced practice nursing degrees that are options for people who begin their careers in nursing. 

    Careers Included or Discussed:

    Licensed practical nurse

    Registered nurse

    Nurse assistant (PCNA, Clinical tech)

    Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

    Nurse practitioner

    Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: NURSING
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
  • Interested in becoming a nurse? The ASPIRE Nurse Scholars program offers high school students an opportunity to get on a nursing career track. 
    

• Discovering the Cure: Careers in Research (2022-2023)

  Discovering the Cure: Careers in Research (2022-2023)

  • Description:
    

    In addition to caring for patients, the Cleveland Clinic is also known for its research. Conducting this research requires a dedicated team of professionals across numerous education levels and career specializations. This session will focus on who does this work and how they got to where they are.

    Careers Included:

    Biomedical Engineer

    Research Coordinator

    Research Technician

    Computer and Information Research Scientist

    Molecular Biologist

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: RESEARCH
  • URLInterested in these careers? Check out the Lerner Research Institute education page to learn about education opportunities.
• Meet Me in the OR: A Trip to the Operating Room (2022-2023)

  Meet Me in the OR: A Trip to the Operating Room (2022-2023)

  • Description: Surgery is complicated! We all know about surgeons, but a successful operation requires collaboration among many caregivers. This session will showcase some of the many roles of a surgical team. 

    Careers Included:
    

    • Health unit coordinator
    • Registered nurse
    • Nurse manager
    • Phlebotomist
    • Certified anesthesiologist assistant
    • Surgical assistant
    • Radiologic technician (X-ray)
    • Surgical technologist
    • Support services surgical technician
    • Sterile processing technician

    *Note: All of the above caregivers were featured in the session, but a number of them were unavailable for Q&A. Caregivers who were present for Q&A included a nurse manager, surgical tech, radiology tech, registered nurse, and sterile processing tech. 

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: OPERATING ROOM
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
• Diabetes and Those Who Treat It (2022-2023)

  Diabetes and Those Who Treat It (2022-2023)

  • Description:

    Diabetes is a prevalent and complex health condition. A team of caregivers who specialize in education, management and treatment will talk about the condition as well as their personal roles.  
    

    Careers Included:

    • Dialysis technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Registered nurse (Nurse educator)

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: DIABETES
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageVideo Spotlight: Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy: Not Just Pills (2022-2023)

  Pharmacy: Not Just Pills (2022-2023)

  • Description:
    

    There is a lot more to pharmacy than what you see behind the counter. A group of pharmacists with different roles will describe what they do and how other caregivers take part in the field of pharmacy.
    

    Careers Included:

    • Inpatient pharmacist
    • Outpatient pharmacist
    • Pharmacy technician

    
    

  • PageON-DEMAND VIDEO: PHARMACY
  • BookCaregiver Testimonials - Learn more about some of these careers
  • PageInterested in these careers? Click here for more details.