Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other
Health technologists and technicians in this category perform specialized clinical and laboratory tasks that don't fit other defined roles. They work in hospitals, clinics, diagnostic laboratories, and other healthcare facilities, supporting physicians and nurses by conducting tests, operating equipment, and collecting patient data to aid in diagnosis and treatment.
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A day in the work
Work varies widely depending on specialization. A technician might spend time calibrating medical equipment, preparing specimens for analysis, taking patient measurements, assisting with procedures, or maintaining detailed records. Tasks involve following established protocols, ensuring accuracy in documentation, communicating results to supervisors, and sometimes direct patient interaction. Work is typically performed in clinical settings during standard business hours, though some positions require evening or weekend shifts.
Who this work suits
You do well in this work if you're detail-oriented, follow procedures carefully, and stay calm under pressure. You have practical problem-solving skills and don't mind routine tasks when they matter for patient care. You work well independently and as part of a healthcare team.
What it takes
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Maintenance Shop Technician · Republic Services · Dixon, Solano County · $71,014–$71,014
- US Tech - Vendor Alliance Senior Manager · PwC · Sacramento, Sacramento County · $218,956–$218,956
- Emergency Department Technician II · KAISER · Roseville, Placer County · $56,302–$56,302
- Customer Service Technician · Agiliti Health · Sacramento, Sacramento County · $39,748–$61,172
- Financial Accounts Technician · Immediate Office of the Assistant Secretary for Human Resources and Administration · Leavenworth, Kansas · $46150–$59994
- Pharmacy Technician (Inpatient Oncology) · Veterans Health Administration · Long Beach, California · $80677–$104876
- Medical Technician · Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Maxwell AFB, Alabama · $50460–$65599
- Surgical Technician · Veterans Health Administration · Saint Cloud, Minnesota · $55012–$71517
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Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | $63,300 | $80,520 | $84,900 | 90 |
| Delaware | $53,290 | $78,650 | $99,120 | 110 |
| Washington | $51,290 | $62,090 | $83,080 | 3,870 |
| Maine | $46,390 | $61,490 | $66,010 | 550 |
| Massachusetts | $48,290 | $60,500 | $75,290 | 3,550 |
| California | $51,080 | $60,390 | $78,330 | 26,540 |
| Oregon | $50,590 | $60,390 | $75,500 | 1,720 |
| New York | $48,950 | $60,320 | $78,230 | 11,910 |
| Hawaii | $48,810 | $59,900 | $66,420 | 1,000 |
| Minnesota | $47,890 | $59,540 | $73,800 | 2,030 |
| Vermont | $47,730 | $59,470 | $74,150 | 430 |
| Colorado | $48,110 | $59,430 | $71,300 | 2,470 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) — International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
- Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) Technologist (REEGT) — ABRET Neurodiagnostic Credentialing & Accreditation
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) — Board of Polysomnographic Technologists
- Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) — National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) — Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission
- Electroencephalographic Technologists (R. EEG T.) — AABC Commissioning Group
Training
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O*NET-SOC 29-2099.00 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.