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      Great gifts for allied health professionals

      Healthcare professionals pour their hearts into their work. They're passionate about helping people and making a difference in their communities. What better way to treat them than to give them a gift that recognizes what they love most?

      Whether you're shopping for a friend, family member, student or co-worker, here are some great gift ideas* for the allied health professional on your list.

       

      For the Medical Assistant

      Medical assistants wear a lot of hats, and many depend on a cup of coffee ... or two ... or three ... to get through the day (don't we all?). Your recipient is sure to get a good laugh out of this coffee mug.

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      For the Phlebotomy Technician

      These "blood"-filled syringe pens are the perfect stocking stuffer for the phlebotomist in your life.

       

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      For the Pharmacy Technician

      What pharmacy technician wouldn't want to make these pill socks a part of their work uniform?

       

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      For the EKG Technician

      This necklace replicates the pattern of an EKG monitor and will be dear to your recipient's heart for years to come.

       

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      For the Billing & Coding Specialist

      Have you seen the language billing & coding specialists speak? They might as well have super powers. This mug is the perfect gift to honor their talent.

       

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      For the Medical Administrative Assistant

      When you're in the front lines of patient care, you want to be put-together, but also practical. If the medical administrative assistant in your life has long hair, these hair ties double as chic bracelets so they're an all-around win.

       

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      For the Electronic Health Records Specialist

      Managing patient records is a rewarding career, but working on a computer all day can create some aches and pains. Give them the gift of relaxation with this massage kit.

       

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      For the Patient Care Technician

      This book is sure to warm a patient care technician's heart and remind them just how much of an impact they're having in their patients' lives every day.

       

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      For Any Allied Health Professional on Your List

      This medical supplies bag is practical yet stylish and has tons of pockets to keep things organized.

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      We're grateful for the difference allied professionals are making in their patients lives. They give so much every day, and we hope these ideas help you find a special way to give back to them.

       

      *NHA is not affiliated with any of the stores linked in this article. This post is just for fun!

      Topics: allied health careers, allied health, for fun