Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and responsibilities:

Electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG) technicians usually work under the supervision of cardiologists in hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics, or bedside. They operate electrocardiogram equipment to monitor patients’ heart problems. They:

· Connect electrodes to patients.

· Insert and remove catheters.

· Monitor equipment output.

· Record test results.

· Identify emergencies or abnormalities.

· Operate ultrasound equipment.

Average salary: $15,000 - $32,000


Educational requirements:

Electrocardiograph technicians must have a high school diploma or GED before beginning specialized training.

Electrocardiograph training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases through on-the-job supervised experience. Basic training takes three to six months. Advanced training takes one to two years.

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Dietetic Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Dietetic technicians assist dietitians in evaluating, organizing, and conducting nutrition services and programs for schools, hospitals, and industry. They:

· Gather and evaluate diet histories.
· Assist in planning patient meals.
· Provide nutritional counseling.
· Conduct food service operations.
· Oversee food preparation and service.
· Maintain records.

Average Salary: $16,000 - $30,000

Educational Requirements:

Students wanting to become dietetic technicians should graduate from high school with a well-rounded program. High school business courses may prove helpful.

Dietetic technicians must complete a two year associate’s Degree program that is accepted by the American Dietetic Association. They must then pass a Commission on Dietetics Registration examination.

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             Clinical Technology

Clinical technologists perform more complex laboratory tests and procedures than technicians. They also supervise technicians, confirm their tests, and manage laboratory quality control programs.

Most clinical laboratory specialists work in hospitals, but they are also employed by private practices, medical groups, research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and universities.

Average salary: $28,000 - $28,000 (Laboratory technicians)

$25,000 - $40,000 (Clinical technologists)

Educational requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses in science, math, and English.

An associate’s degree in the field or completion of a specialized in-house training program is required to become a clinical laboratory technician.

A bachelor’s degree in the field is normally required to become a clinical technologist; however some some employers accept an associate’s degree and extensive clinical experience as a substitute. Many technologists pursue additional graduate education or specialized training to advance their careers in clinical chemistry, blood banking, and microbiology.

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