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A/B test Data Scientist

An experiment comparing two versions. More data scientist terms

A/B test Digital Marketing Specialist

Comparing two versions to see which performs better. More digital marketing specialist terms

A/B test Marketing Manager

Comparing two versions. More marketing manager terms

A&P Aircraft Mechanic

Airframe and Powerplant: the FAA mechanic certificate ratings. More aircraft mechanic terms

A1C Family Doctor

Blood test for diabetes control. More family medicine physician terms

AAC Speech Therapist

Augmentative and alternative communication. More speech-language pathologist terms

AAC Preschool Special Education Teacher

Augmentative and alternative communication. More preschool special education teacher terms

AACSB Business Professor

Business school accreditation. More business professor terms

AAFCS FCS Professor

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. More family and consumer sciences professor terms

AALS Law Professor

Association of American Law Schools. More law professor terms

AAPOR Survey Researcher

Survey research professional group. More survey researcher terms

Abatement Mechanical Insulator

Hazardous material removal. More mechanical insulator terms

Abbreviation Medical Transcriptionist

Shortened term. More medical transcriptionist terms

ABC O&P Technician

Certification board. More medical appliance technician terms

ABC O&P Clinician

American Board for Certification. More orthotist and prosthetist terms

ABCDE rule Dermatologist

Warning signs of melanoma. More dermatologist terms

ABE Adult Education Teacher

Adult basic education. More adult education teacher terms

ABET Mining Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More mining engineer terms

ABET Nuclear Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More nuclear engineer terms

ABET Petroleum Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More petroleum engineer terms

ABET Aerospace Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More aerospace engineer terms

ABET Biomedical Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More biomedical engineer terms

ABET Chemical Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More chemical engineer terms

ABET Electronics Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More electronics engineer terms

ABET Engineering Manager

Engineering program accreditor. More engineering manager terms

ABET Marine Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More marine engineer terms

ABET Materials Engineer

Engineering program accreditor. More materials engineer terms

ABET Engineering Professor

Engineering accreditation. More engineering professor terms

ABG Respiratory Therapist

Arterial blood gas: a test of oxygen, carbon dioxide and pH in arterial blood. More respiratory therapist terms

Ablation Cardiologist

Destroying tissue causing arrhythmia. More cardiologist terms

ABO Optician

American Board of Opticianry. More optician terms

ABS Motorcycle Mechanic

Anti-lock braking system. More motorcycle mechanic terms

Abstract algebra Math Professor

Study of algebraic structures. More math professor terms

Abstracting Health Information Tech

Extracting data from records. More health information technologist terms

Abutment Prosthodontist

Connector on an implant. More prosthodontist terms

ABYC Marine Mechanic

Boat standards group. More marine mechanic terms

Academic integrity Computer Science Professor

Honesty in coursework. More computer science professor terms

Academic integrity Graduate Teaching Assistant

Honesty rules. More graduate teaching assistant terms

Academic probation College Administrator

Status for low grades. More college administrator terms

ACATS Brokerage Clerk

Account transfer system. More brokerage clerk terms

Accelerant Fire Inspector

A substance used to spread fire. More fire inspector terms

Accelerated shelf life Food Scientist

Faster aging tests. More food scientist terms

Accelerometer Aerospace Engineering Technician

Measures acceleration. More aerospace engineering technician terms

Acceptance criteria QA Tester

Conditions a feature must meet. More software QA tester terms

Access control Locksmith

Electronic entry systems. More locksmith terms

Access control Security Guard

Managing who can enter areas. More security guard terms

Access control Security Supervisor

Systems controlling entry. More security supervisor terms

Access point Network Technician

A device providing Wi-Fi. More network technician terms

Accessibility Building Inspector

Requirements making buildings usable by people with disabilities. More construction and building inspector terms

Accessibility UX/UI Designer

Designing for people with disabilities. More UX/UI designer terms

Accessibility Amusement Park Attendant

Access for people with disabilities. More amusement park attendant terms

Accessibility Bellhop

Access for people with disabilities. More bellhop terms

Accessibility Tour Guide

Making tours usable for all. More tour guide terms

Accessibility Usher

Access for people with disabilities. More usher terms

Accessibility Landscape Architect

Design that works for all abilities. More landscape architect terms

Accessibility (WCAG) Web Developer

Guidelines making sites usable for people with disabilities. More web developer terms

Accessible seating Passenger Attendant

Seats for disabilities. More passenger attendant terms

Accession Curator

Formally adding objects. More curator terms

Accession Museum Technician

Formally adding objects. More museum technician terms

Accession Archivist

Formally receiving materials. More archivist terms

Accessorial charge Logistics Coordinator

Extra carrier fees such as detention, liftgate or inside delivery. More logistics coordinator terms

Acclimation Carpet Installer

Letting material adjust to room conditions. More carpet installer terms

Acclimation Floor Layer

Letting material adjust to room conditions. More floor layer terms

Accommodation High School Special Ed Teacher

Change in how a student learns or is tested. More high school special education teacher terms

Accommodation Middle School Special Education Teacher

Change in how a student learns or is tested. More middle school special education teacher terms

Accommodation Preschool Special Education Teacher

Change in how a student learns or is tested. More preschool special education teacher terms

Accommodation Special Ed Teacher

A change in how a student learns. More special education teacher terms

Accommodation Teacher Assistant

A change that helps a student access learning. More teacher assistant terms

Account Wholesale Sales Rep

A customer business. More wholesale sales representative terms

Account plan Sales Manager

A strategy for a major customer. More sales manager terms

Accounts payable Office Manager

Money the business owes vendors. More office manager terms

Accounts payable (A/P) Bookkeeper

Money the business owes to vendors. More bookkeeper terms

Accounts receivable Billing Clerk

Money owed to a business. More billing clerk terms

Accounts receivable (A/R) Medical Coder

Money owed to the provider that has not yet been collected. More medical billing and coding specialist terms

Accounts receivable (A/R) Bookkeeper

Money customers owe the business. More bookkeeper terms

Accreditation Health Services Manager

Approval by a body such as The Joint Commission. More medical and health services manager terms

Accreditation Forensic Technician

Lab quality certification. More forensic science technician terms

Accreditation Childcare Director

Quality recognition such as NAEYC. More childcare center director terms

Accreditation College Administrator

External quality review. More college administrator terms

Accreditation Health Sciences Professor

Program approval. More health sciences professor terms

Accrual accounting Accountant

Recording revenue and expenses when earned or incurred. More accountant terms

Accrual basis Bookkeeper

Recording income and expenses when earned or incurred, not when cash moves. More bookkeeper terms

Accrued expense Accountant

An expense incurred but not yet paid. More accountant terms

Accuracy Interpreter

Conveying meaning faithfully. More interpreter terms

ACEN/CCNE Nursing Instructor

Nursing accreditation bodies. More nursing instructor terms

Achilles tendon Podiatrist

Tendon at the back of the ankle. More podiatrist terms

Acid-free Archivist

Safe storage material. More archivist terms

Acidizing Oilfield Service Operator

Using acid to improve flow. More oilfield service operator terms

Acknowledgment letter Correspondence Clerk

Confirms receipt. More correspondence clerk terms

ACL Orthopedic Surgeon

Anterior cruciate ligament in the knee. More orthopedic surgeon terms

ACLS ER Doctor

Advanced cardiac life support. More emergency medicine physician terms

Acne vulgaris Dermatologist

Common acne. More dermatologist terms

Acoustic window Sonographer

A path through the body that allows sound to reach the target organ. More diagnostic medical sonographer terms

Acquisition Curator

Adding to the collection. More curator terms

Acrylic Nail Technician

Liquid and powder that form artificial nails. More nail technician terms

ACS Chemistry Professor

American Chemical Society. More chemistry professor terms

ACSM Kinesiology Professor

American College of Sports Medicine. More recreation and fitness professor terms

ACTFL Foreign Language Professor

American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. More foreign language professor terms

Actinic keratosis Dermatologist

A precancerous sun spot. More dermatologist terms

Action Musical Instrument Repairer

Piano key mechanism. More musical instrument repairer terms

Action item Administrative Assistant

A task assigned in a meeting with an owner and due date. More administrative assistant terms

Action item Executive Assistant

A task assigned in a meeting. More executive assistant terms

Activated sludge Water Operator

A wastewater process using microorganisms to break down organic matter. More water treatment plant operator terms

Activator Chiropractor

A handheld adjusting tool. More chiropractor terms

Active Directory IT Support Specialist

Microsoft’s directory service for managing users and computers. More IT support specialist terms

Active drowning victim Lifeguard

A person struggling who can’t call for help. More lifeguard terms

Active learning Math Professor

Students working problems in class. More math professor terms

Active managerial control Health Inspector

A business’s system to control food safety risks. More environmental health specialist terms

Activity analysis Recreational Therapist

Breaking down an activity’s demands. More recreational therapist terms

Activity area Flagger

Where the work happens. More flagger terms

Actual cash value (ACV) Claims Adjuster

Replacement cost minus depreciation. More claims adjuster terms

Actuator Control Valve Technician

Moves the valve. More control valve technician terms

Actuator Mechatronics Technician

Creates motion. More mechatronics technician terms

Acupoint Acupuncturist

A specific needle point. More acupuncturist terms

ACV Auto Damage Appraiser

Actual cash value. More auto damage appraiser terms

ADA Passenger Attendant

Disability rights law. More passenger attendant terms

ADA Shuttle Driver

Disability rights law. More shuttle driver terms

ADA Transit Bus Driver

Americans with Disabilities Act. More transit bus driver terms

ADA Human Resources Manager

Disability rights law. More human resources manager terms

ADA HR Specialist

Americans with Disabilities Act: requires reasonable accommodations. More human resources specialist terms

ADA Interior Designer

Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. More interior designer terms

ADA Rehabilitation Counselor

Americans with Disabilities Act. More rehabilitation counselor terms

ADA compliance Facilities Manager

Accessibility rules. More facilities manager terms

ADA seating Usher

Accessible seating. More usher terms

Adaptive equipment OT

Tools that make tasks easier. More occupational therapist terms

Adaptive equipment OT Aide

Tools for tasks. More occupational therapy aide terms

Adaptive equipment OTA

Tools that ease tasks. More occupational therapy assistant terms

Adaptive equipment Recreational Therapist

Tools that make activities accessible. More recreational therapist terms

ADAS Auto Body Tech

Advanced driver assistance systems, such as cameras and radar that may need calibration. More auto body technician terms

ADAS Auto Glass Technician

Advanced driver-assistance systems. More auto glass technician terms

ADCI Commercial Diver

Diving contractors association. More commercial diver terms

Add-on Rental Agent

Extras such as GPS or tools. More rental agent terms

Add-on Retail Sales Associate

An extra item suggested at checkout. More retail sales associate terms

ADDIE Training and Development Manager

Analyze, design, develop, implement, evaluate. More training and development manager terms

ADDIE Corporate Trainer

Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate. More corporate trainer terms

ADDIE Instructional Coordinator

An instructional design model. More instructional coordinator terms

Additive manufacturing Metal Model Maker

3D printing. More metal model maker terms

Addressable system Fire Alarm Technician

A system where each device has an address. More fire alarm technician terms

Adherence Pharmacist

Taking medication as prescribed. More pharmacist terms

Adhesion Plating Operator

How well coating sticks. More plating operator terms

ADIME Dietitian

Assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, evaluation. More dietitian terms

Adjunct Anthropology Professor

Part-time instructor. More anthropology professor terms

Adjunct Art Professor

Part-time instructor. More art, drama and music professor terms

Adjunct Business Professor

Part-time instructor. More business professor terms

Adjunct Chemistry Professor

Part-time instructor. More chemistry professor terms

Adjunct Communications Professor

Part-time instructor. More communications professor terms

Adjunct Cultural Studies Professor

Part-time instructor. More cultural studies professor terms

Adjunct Economics Professor

Part-time instructor. More economics professor terms

Adjunct English Professor

Part-time instructor. More english professor terms

Adjunct Environmental Science Professor

Part-time instructor. More environmental science professor terms

Adjunct FCS Professor

Part-time instructor. More family and consumer sciences professor terms

Adjunct Foreign Language Professor

Part-time instructor. More foreign language professor terms

Adjunct Geography Professor

Part-time instructor. More geography professor terms

Adjunct History Professor

Part-time instructor. More history professor terms

Adjunct Philosophy Professor

Part-time instructor. More philosophy and religion professor terms

Adjunct Physics Professor

Part-time instructor. More physics professor terms

Adjunct Political Science Professor

Part-time instructor. More political science professor terms

Adjunct Psychology Professor

Part-time instructor. More psychology professor terms

Adjunct Kinesiology Professor

Part-time instructor. More recreation and fitness professor terms

Adjunct Sociology Professor

Part-time instructor. More sociology professor terms

Adjusted gross income Tax Examiner

Income after certain deductions. More tax examiner terms

Adjuster Insurance Claims Clerk

Investigates claims. More insurance claims clerk terms

Adjustment Chiropractor

A controlled thrust to a joint. More chiropractor terms

ADLs CNA

Activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring and continence. More certified nursing assistant terms

ADLs Home Health Aide

Activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, eating, toileting and moving around. More home health aide terms

ADLs OT

Activities of daily living. More occupational therapist terms

ADLs OTA

Daily living activities. More occupational therapy assistant terms

ADLs Psychiatric Aide

Daily living activities. More psychiatric aide terms

ADLs Psych Tech

Activities of daily living. More psychiatric technician terms

Admission Internist

Entering the hospital. More internist terms

Admission Vet Assistant

Checking in a patient. More veterinary assistant terms

Adolescent medicine Pediatrician

Teen health care. More pediatrician terms

Adoption Animal Caretaker

Placing animals in homes. More animal caretaker terms

ADR Hotel Manager

Average daily rate. More hotel manager terms

ADR Mediator

Alternative dispute resolution. More mediator terms

ADS-B Avionics Technician

Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast: a system that broadcasts aircraft position. More avionics technician terms

ADT Traffic Technician

Average daily traffic. More traffic technician terms

Adult learning theory Corporate Trainer

How adults learn best. More corporate trainer terms

Adulterated Agricultural Inspector

Food that is unsafe or contaminated. More agricultural inspector terms

Advance Writer

Upfront book payment. More writer terms

Advance directive Medical Social Worker

Legal document stating care wishes. More healthcare social worker terms

Advance warning area Flagger

The section before a work zone where drivers are warned, such as with a “Flagger Ahead” sign. More flagger terms

Advantage Sports Official

Letting play continue after a foul. More sports official terms

Advantage play Casino Floor Supervisor

Legal or illegal edge-seeking. More casino floor supervisor terms

Adverse action notice Credit Authorizer

Letter explaining a denial. More credit authorizer terms

Adverse effect wage rate Farm Labor Contractor

H-2A minimum wage. More farm labor contractor terms

Adverse impact I-O Psychologist

Unequal effect on groups. More industrial-organizational psychologist terms

Advisory Middle School Teacher

A small group mentoring period. More middle school teacher terms

Advisory board Postsecondary CTE Instructor

Employers guiding programs. More postsecondary CTE instructor terms

Advisory committee CTE Teacher

Employers advising a CTE program. More career and technical education teacher terms

AED EMT

Automated external defibrillator: analyzes heart rhythm and delivers a shock if needed. More emergency medical technician terms

AED Lifeguard

Automated external defibrillator. More lifeguard terms

Aeration Landscaper

Removing soil plugs to loosen lawns. More landscaper terms

Aerial rescue Arborist

Rescuing an injured climber. More arborist terms

Aerodynamics Aerospace Engineer

Air flow over bodies. More aerospace engineer terms

AFAD Flagger

Automated flagger assistance device, operated remotely by a flagger. More flagger terms

AFCI Electrician

Arc-fault circuit interrupter: detects dangerous arcing and trips the circuit. More electrician terms

Affidavit Private Investigator

A sworn written statement. More private investigator terms

Affirm Judicial Law Clerk

Uphold a decision. More judicial law clerk terms

Affordable housing Urban Planner

Housing for lower incomes. More urban planner terms

Affordance UX/UI Designer

A clue about how something is used. More UX/UI designer terms

AFIS Forensic Technician

Fingerprint database. More forensic science technician terms

AFO O&P Clinician

Ankle-foot orthosis. More orthotist and prosthetist terms

After-action report Emergency Manager

A review of what worked and what didn’t. More emergency management director terms

After-hours service Receptionist

A service that answers calls when the office is closed. More receptionist terms

Afterburner Food Roasting Machine Operator

Burns smoke. More food roasting machine operator terms

Aftercare Funeral Director

Grief support after services. More funeral director terms

Aftermarket Parts Salesperson

Parts made by other companies. More parts salesperson terms

Aftermarket parts Auto Damage Appraiser

Non-original parts. More auto damage appraiser terms

Age of majority High School Special Ed Teacher

When rights transfer to the student. More high school special education teacher terms

Age-restricted items Cashier

Products such as alcohol and tobacco. More cashier terms

Agency commission Model

Agency’s share of pay. More model terms

Agenda Administrative Assistant

A list of topics to be covered in a meeting. More administrative assistant terms

Agenda Executive Assistant

A list of meeting topics. More executive assistant terms

Agenda setting Communications Professor

Media shaping what matters. More communications professor terms

Aggregate Terrazzo Worker

Marble or glass chips. More terrazzo worker terms

Aggregate Crushing Machine Operator

Crushed stone or gravel. More crushing machine operator terms

Aggregate Civil Engineering Tech

Sand and gravel in concrete. More civil engineering technician terms

Agile Project Manager

An iterative approach delivering work in small increments. More project manager terms

Agile Software Developer

An iterative approach to software development. More software developer terms

Aging data Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Updating survey data to a date. More compensation and benefits specialist terms

Aging report Billing Clerk

Shows how old balances are. More billing clerk terms

Agronomist Farm Manager

A crop and soil scientist. More farm manager terms

Agronomy Agriculture Professor

Crop and soil science. More agricultural sciences professor terms

Agronomy Agricultural Technician

The science of crops and soils. More agricultural technician terms

Agronomy Soil and Plant Scientist

Crop and soil science. More soil and plant scientist terms

Air brake Rail Car Repairer

Brake system using air pressure. More rail car repairer terms

Air brake test Locomotive Engineer

Checking that brakes apply and release on every car. More locomotive engineer terms

Air draft Bridge Tender

Vessel height above water. More bridge tender terms

Air dry Dishwasher

Drying without towels. More dishwasher terms

Air dryer Diesel Mechanic

Removes moisture from compressed air in brake systems. More diesel mechanic terms

Air entrainment Concrete Finisher

Tiny air bubbles that help concrete resist freeze-thaw damage. More concrete finisher terms

Air handler Stationary Engineer

Moves conditioned air. More stationary engineer terms

Air hose Railroad Switch Operator

Brake line. More railroad switch operator terms

Air sealing Insulation Installer

Stopping drafts. More insulation installer terms

Air test Rail Yard Engineer

Brake test. More rail yard engineer terms

Air waybill Cargo Agent

Air shipping document. More cargo agent terms

Airblast Blaster

Air pressure from blasting. More blaster terms

Airbrush Product Decorator

Fine spray tool. More product decorator terms

Airbrush Makeup Artist

Spraying makeup for smooth coverage. More makeup artist terms

Airfield lighting Airfield Operations Specialist

Runway and taxiway lights. More airfield operations specialist terms

Airless sprayer Painter

A sprayer that pumps paint at high pressure through a small tip. More painter terms

Airside Airfield Operations Specialist

Secure aircraft area. More airfield operations specialist terms

Airworthiness Aircraft Mechanic

An aircraft’s conformity to its approved design and condition for safe operation. More aircraft mechanic terms

Airworthiness Transportation Inspector

Whether an aircraft meets safety requirements. More transportation inspector terms

Airworthiness Aerospace Engineer

Fit to fly. More aerospace engineer terms

Airworthiness directive (AD) Aircraft Mechanic

A legally enforceable FAA rule requiring correction of an unsafe condition. More aircraft mechanic terms

AIS Ship Captain

Automatic identification system. More ship captain terms

AIT TSA Officer

Advanced imaging technology body scanners. More transportation security officer terms

ALA Library Science Professor

American Library Association. More library science professor terms

ALARA Nuclear Medicine Tech

Keep exposure low. More nuclear medicine technologist terms

ALARA Rad Tech

As low as reasonably achievable: the principle of keeping radiation dose to a minimum. More radiologic technologist terms

ALARA Radiologist

Keep radiation as low as reasonably achievable. More radiologist terms

ALARA Nuclear Engineer

As low as reasonably achievable. More nuclear engineer terms

ALARA Nuclear Reactor Operator

As low as reasonably achievable radiation dose. More nuclear reactor operator terms

ALARA Nuclear Technician

As low as reasonably achievable. More nuclear technician terms

Alarm resolution TSA Officer

Steps to clear an alarm. More transportation security officer terms

Alginate Dental Assistant

An impression material used for study models and mouthguards. More dental assistant terms

Algorithm Mathematician

Step-by-step method. More mathematician terms

Algorithm Computer Science Professor

Step-by-step procedure. More computer science professor terms

Alignment O&P Clinician

Positioning prosthetic parts. More orthotist and prosthetist terms

Alignment Maintenance Helper

Lining up parts. More maintenance helper terms

Alignment Millwright

Making connected shafts share a common centerline. More millwright terms

Aliquot Chemical Technician

A measured portion. More chemical technician terms

All clear Blaster

Safe after blast. More blaster terms

All day Line Cook

The total number of an item needed. More line cook terms

All rise Bailiff

The announcement when the judge enters. More bailiff terms

All-inclusive Travel Agent

A package including meals and drinks. More travel agent terms

Allergen control Food Batchmaker

Keeping allergens separate. More food batchmaker terms

Allergen control Food Cooking Machine Operator

Keeping allergens separate. More food cooking machine operator terms

Allergen control Food Roasting Machine Operator

Keeping allergens separate. More food roasting machine operator terms

Allergen control Meat Packer

Keeping allergens separate. More meat packer terms

Allergen control Food Science Technician

Preventing allergen contamination. More food science technician terms

Allergy flag Server

An alert to the kitchen. More server terms

Allergy plan Childcare Worker

Instructions for children with allergies. More childcare worker terms

Allowance Industrial Engineering Technician

Time added for fatigue and delays. More industrial engineering technician terms

Allowance for credit losses Financial Examiner

Reserve for bad loans. More financial examiner terms

Alloy Metal Furnace Operator

Added element. More metal furnace operator terms

Alloy Materials Engineer

Mix of metals. More materials engineer terms

Alopecia Dermatologist

Hair loss. More dermatologist terms

Alphabetic filing File Clerk

Filing by name. More file clerk terms

ALS Paramedic

Advanced life support: care that includes medications, IVs and advanced airways. More paramedic terms

Alteration Hand Sewer

Changing fit. More hand sewer terms

Alternates Cost Estimator

Optional bid items. More cost estimator terms

Amber warning lights School Bus Driver

Lights that warn traffic the bus is about to stop. More school bus driver terms

Ambulate CNA

To walk, or to help a patient walk. More certified nursing assistant terms

AMCB CNM

American Midwifery Certification Board. More nurse midwife terms

Amended return Tax Preparer

A return that corrects a previously filed return. More tax preparer terms

Amenities Hotel Housekeeper

Guest supplies such as soap. More hotel housekeeper terms

Amenity Concierge

A special item for a guest. More concierge terms

Americano Barista

Espresso diluted with hot water. More barista terms

AMI Meter Reader

Advanced metering infrastructure. More meter reader terms

AML Compliance Officer

Anti-money laundering. More compliance officer terms

AML Financial Examiner

Anti-money laundering. More financial examiner terms

AMM Avionics Technician

Aircraft maintenance manual. More avionics technician terms

Ammonia Freezing Equipment Operator

Common refrigerant. More freezing equipment operator terms

Amplifier Car Electronics Installer

Boosts audio signal. More car electronics installer terms

Amplitude Watch Repairer

Balance swing angle. More watch repairer terms

Analog Electronics Engineer

Continuous signals. More electronics engineer terms

Anchor Roofer Helper

Fall protection tie-off. More roofer helper terms

Anchor Refractory Repairer

Holds refractory in place. More refractory repairer terms

Anchor bolts Millwright

Bolts that secure equipment to foundations. More millwright terms

Andon Production Assembler

A signal used to call for help on a production line. More production assembler terms

Anechoic Sonographer

Producing no echoes; appears black, like fluid. More diagnostic medical sonographer terms

Anemometer Wind Turbine Technician

A device that measures wind speed. More wind turbine technician terms

Anesthesia monitoring Vet Tech

Tracking vitals during anesthesia. More veterinary technician terms

Anesthesia team Pediatric Surgeon

Specialists sedating children. More pediatric surgeon terms

Angina Cardiologist

Chest pain from reduced blood flow. More cardiologist terms

Angle plate Metal Layout Worker

90-degree support. More metal layout worker terms

ANI/ALI 911 Dispatcher

Automatic number and location information. More 911 dispatcher terms

Anilox roll Printing Press Operator

Meters ink in flexo. More printing press operator terms

Animal hoarding Animal Control Officer

Keeping too many animals to care for properly. More animal control officer terms

Animal science Agriculture Professor

Livestock science. More agricultural sciences professor terms

Animal welfare Animal Scientist

Animal well-being. More animal scientist terms

Ankle sprain Podiatrist

Ligament injury. More podiatrist terms

Annealing Heat Treating Operator

Softening metal. More heat treating operator terms

Annotated bibliography English Professor

Sources with summaries. More english professor terms

Announcement Passenger Attendant

Public message. More passenger attendant terms

Annual fund Fundraiser

Yearly giving program. More fundraiser terms

Annual inspection Aircraft Mechanic

A required yearly inspection for many general aviation aircraft, performed by an IA. More aircraft mechanic terms

Annual report Community Service Manager

A yearly summary. More social and community service manager terms

Anode Marine Mechanic

Metal that protects against corrosion. More marine mechanic terms

Anodized aluminum Engraver

Coated metal. More engraver terms

Anodizing Plating Operator

Oxide coating on aluminum. More plating operator terms

Anomaly Aerospace Engineering Technician

Unexpected result. More aerospace engineering technician terms

Answering service Switchboard Operator

Business that answers calls for others. More switchboard operator terms

Antecubital fossa Phlebotomist

The inner bend of the elbow, where the median cubital, cephalic and basilic veins are commonly used. More phlebotomist terms

Antenna Cell Tower Technician

Device that sends and receives radio signals. More cell tower technician terms

Anti-reflective coating Optical Lab Tech

Reduces glare. More ophthalmic lab technician terms

Anti-reflective coating Optician

Reduces glare. More optician terms

Anti-VEGF injection Ophthalmologist

Eye injection for retinal disease. More ophthalmologist terms

Antibiotic resistance Microbiologist

Microbes surviving drugs. More microbiologist terms

Anticipatory guidance Pediatrician

Advice before issues arise. More pediatrician terms

Antipsychotic Psychiatrist

Medication for psychosis. More psychiatrist terms

AP High School Teacher

Advanced Placement college-level courses. More high school teacher terms

AP and PA Rad Tech

Anteroposterior and posteroanterior: the direction the beam travels through the body. More radiologic technologist terms

AP style Editor

News writing style. More editor terms

AP Style Journalist

Associated Press writing rules. More journalist terms

Aperture Camera Repairer

Lens opening. More camera repairer terms

Aperture Photographer

The lens opening that controls light and depth of field. More photographer terms

Apgar score CNM

Newborn assessment at birth. More nurse midwife terms

Aphasia Speech Therapist

Language loss after brain injury. More speech-language pathologist terms

APHIS Agricultural Inspector

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. More agricultural inspector terms

API Software Developer

Application programming interface: how programs talk to each other. More software developer terms

API Web Developer

Application programming interface: a way for programs to exchange data. More web developer terms

API Technical Writer

Application programming interface. More technical writer terms

API testing QA Tester

Testing how systems communicate. More software QA tester terms

Appeal Tax Examiner

Challenging a decision. More tax examiner terms

Appendectomy Pediatric Surgeon

Removing the appendix. More pediatric surgeon terms

Appointment Freight Dispatcher

Scheduled pickup or delivery time. More freight dispatcher terms

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