1. plural of paramedical; healthcare workers trained to assist doctors and nurses, such as emergency medical technicians, physician assistants, or physical therapy aides
Usage: usually plural; refers to both the professionals and the field of work
2. relating to or denoting healthcare services and personnel that support but do not replace physicians
Usage: used as an adjective in some contexts, though 'paramedical' is the standard adjective form

Examples

• The hospital hired several paramedicals to help reduce the workload on nurses.
• Paramedicals play a crucial role in emergency response teams.
• Many paramedicals pursue further education to become fully licensed physicians.
• The paramedicals training program includes courses in anatomy and patient care.
• Emergency rooms depend on paramedicals to triage patients quickly.
• Paramedicals in the clinic assist with wound care and patient intake.