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Objective BT 09. 01: Investigate laboratory careers and science. n n n n A. Clinical laboratory science 1. Careers a. Pathologist b. Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist) c. Phlebotomist http: //www. bls. gov/ocos 096. htm

n n n 2. Associated terminology a. Microorganisms b. Hematology d. Pathogens e. Histology

Objective BT 09. 01: Investigate laboratory careers and science. n n n B. Life Science 1. General information a. Life scientists or researchers study living organisms and life processes b. Many opportunities in research and development in health care c. Masters or doctoral level

n n 2. Specific careers a. Microbiologist b. Virologist c. Biochemist

Imaging careers & technology Medical imaging n 1. Radiography: making film records of internal structures by passing radiographs or gamma rays through the body to make images on specially sensitized film

X-Rays

CT Scan

MRI

n 2. Radiologic technologists (Radiographers) n n n operate radiographic machinery, work under the direction of the radiologist, may specialize in one area of diagnosis or treatment. Responsibilities: transferring and positioning patients, administer opaque media (dye), maintain records, assist with special procedures such as arteriogram Radiation exposure n n Film badge-records the level of exposure to radiological materials Government regulates exposure

n 3. Radiologist n n Medical Doctor who specializes in interpreting images to assist with diagnosis The median expected salary for a typical Physician - Radiology in the United States is $354, 686.

n 4. Nuclear medicine technologist (NMT) n Prepares and administers radioactive compounds

n 5. Ultrasound technologist (Medical Sonographer) n n Produces two-dimensional images of internal organs, utilizing sound waves at high frequency Minimum training is a 2 year community college

n n B. Related imaging personnel 1. Physicist Assist a physician with the care of patients n Responsible for establishing and supervising radiation safety programs n Requires a Masters degree or Doctorate n

n 2. Medical dosimetrist n n Work under the supervision of the medical physicist Calculate and plan radiation doses to treat cancer

n 3. Electrocardiograph technician (EKG) n n Apply electrode leads on the patient to monitor or test the action of the heart May learn on the job, at community colleges or vocational programs

n 4. Echocardiography n n Recording the position and motion of the heart walls or its internal structures using ultrasonic waves Requires specialized training

n 5. Electroencephalograph technician (EEG) n n Measure the electrical activity of the brain to aid in diagnosis of disorders Requires 1 -2 years training and registration after completion of the program

Traditional vs. Digital