Technicians work in a variety of health professions.
A health technician is a general description of a person trained in the technical aspects of a health-related job. Health technicians are also referred to as heath-care assistants or aides.
Technician Types
The health field offers technician careers in rehabilitation therapies, mental health, emergency medical services, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, medical records (health information), laboratory services and general practice as a medical assistant.
Choosing a Field
The Bureau of Labor Statistics website offers descriptions of technical jobs in each of the above mentioned areas. Volunteering with a technologist in any area of interest will give you the best exposure to what a particular job entails.
Distance Learning
Most health-technician jobs require an associate's or bachelor's degree or certification. Some foundational coursework such as medical terminology and basic sciences may be accomplished through distance (online) learning; however most health-technician degrees require clinical training that can only be accomplished on site.
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