The role of paramedical professionals has drastically altered due to the increasing use of digital technologies in the healthcare settings. The workforce, who were only limited to assisting in medical roles, termed as paramedical professionals, are now expected to contribute as technologically competent members of modern healthcare systems. Besides presenting an overview of the new competencies expected of them, as well as the challenges faced in the process, this paper seeks to discuss the effects of digital technologies on the roles of paramedical professionals. The premise of this study is an overview of the existing research on workforce evolution and digital transformation in healthcare. According to the study, technologies such as telemedicine, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things(IoT), and data-based healthcare systems are drastically altering role, functions and expectations, thus requiring skill development. Some of the challenges, however, include a lack of training opportunities, resistance to new technologies, and infrastructure challenges. The paper ends with an overview of how to improve the digital preparedness of paramedical professionals.
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