Electronuerodiagnostic Technologist

 Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Electroneurodiagnostic technologists use electronic graphs to determine if parents are suffering from a central nervous system condition or disease like epilepsy, tumors, stroke, or trauma. The graphs are recorded of the brain’s electrical activity.

Electroneurodiagnostic technologists work in hospitals, laboratories, or physicians’ offices. They:

·        Prepare medical records.

·        Apply electrodes and select instrument settings.

·        Perform Electroneurodiagnostic tests.

·        Adjust and maintain their equipment.

·        Record test results.

·        Identify patient abnormalities.

Average Salary: $20,000-$35,000

Educational Requirements:

Electroneurodiagnostic technologists must have a high school diploma and some courses in computer technology before beginning specialized training.

Electroneurodiagnostic training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases hospitals. Training takes one year and is followed by another year of supervised experience. Before beginning practice Electroneurodiagnostic technologists must pass written and oral examinations.

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Electrocardiograph Techncian

Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Electrocardiographs technicians usually work under the supervision of cardiologists in hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics or beside. They operate electrocardiogram equipment to monitor patient’s heart problems. They:

·         Connect electrodes patients.

·         Insert remove catheters.

·         Monitor equipment output.

·         Record test results.

·         Identify emergencies or

·         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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Registered Dietitian

              Registered Dietitian

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Registered Dietitians provide advice and education about nutrition and its effect on health. They work in schools, educational administration, research, hospitals, clinics, industry, food service management, and private practice. Registered Dietitians:

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      Organize and supervise food service operations and meal preparation.

·         Make dietary recommendations.

·         Counsel patients and clients about diets.

·         Supervise the nutritional value of food and how it is used by the body.

Average Salary: $30,000-$40,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take a challenging high school curriculum that includes math and science courses. High school business courses may also prove helpful.

A bachelor’s Degree in dietetics or a relaxed field approved by the American Dietetic Association is required. Registered dietitians must also pass a professional exam and complete a supervised practicum.

     

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Dietetic Technician

             Dietetic Technician

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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 patients 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 Commission on Dietetics Registration examinations.

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Dialysis Techncian

              Dialysis Technician

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Dialysis Technicians operate machines that remove waste and excess fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys can no longer carry out those functions. Dialysis technicians are also referred to as renal dialysis technicians, hemodialysis technicians or nephrology Dialysis technicians must fully understand the operation of the kidney dialysis machines. They are responsible for their operation, cleaning and sterilization. They must also fully understand their patient’s needs. Dialysis technicians monitor and record weight and vital signs before, during, and after the blood cleansing, procedures. Additionally, they instruct patients about in-home treatments. Because dialysis technicians work with blood, they must exercise strict safety precautions against infectious diseases such as hepatitis and AIDS.

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