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Healthcare: Technical & Support
Provide technical healthcare services and patient support.
14 careers$47,660 median payMedium AI risk
π What You'll Do
- β’Operate medical equipment and technology
- β’Assist patients with daily activities
- β’Collect and process laboratory specimens
- β’Maintain medical records and documentation
- β’Prepare patients for procedures
- β’Monitor and report patient conditions
π Education & Training
Typical Path
Associate's degree or certificate program
Time Investment
6 months to 4 years
Common Credentials
- β’ State licensure or certification
- β’ ARRT for radiologic technologists
- β’ Phlebotomy certification
π€ Who This Is For
Good fit if you:
- βThose who want healthcare careers without extensive schooling
- βPeople who enjoy hands-on technical work
- βIndividuals who like helping others daily
- βThose seeking stable, in-demand careers
Not ideal if you:
- βThose uncomfortable around illness or injury
- βPeople who dislike repetitive tasks
About Healthcare: Technical & Support Careers
Healthcare technical and support careers provide essential services that enable patient care without direct clinical decision-making. These roles operate sophisticated medical equipment, assist clinical staff, and ensure healthcare facilities run smoothly.
From radiologic technologists capturing diagnostic images to home health aides providing daily care, these professionals are the backbone of healthcare delivery.
Core Skills Needed
Technical equipment operationPatient care and communicationAttention to safety protocolsDocumentation and record-keepingPhysical stamina and dexterityTeamwork with clinical staffEmpathy and patience
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| Career | Category | Median Pay | Training | AI Resilience | Find Jobs |
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Radiologic Technologists6 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $76,940 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | |
Occupational Therapy Assistants & Aides2 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $64,376 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | |
Medical Laboratory Technicians6 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $60,780 | 2-8 years | π In Transition | |
| Healthcare (Technical) | $60,610 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | ||
Physical Therapy Assistants & Aides2 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $55,231 | 6-24mo | π’AI-Resilient | |
Other Health Technicians19 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $49,245 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | |
| Healthcare (Technical) | $48,780 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | ||
| Healthcare (Technical) | $46,540 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | ||
Emergency Medical Technicians & Paramedics2 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $44,225 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | |
| Healthcare (Technical) | $42,000 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | ||
| Healthcare (Technical) | $40,300 | 2-4yr | π‘AI-Augmented | ||
Veterinary Technicians & Assistants2 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $40,186 | 6-24mo | π’AI-Resilient | |
Nursing Assistants3 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $38,175 | 6-24mo | π‘AI-Augmented | |
Home Health & Personal Care Aides2 specializations | Healthcare (Technical) | $33,530 | 6-24mo | π In Transition |
Radiologic Technologists6 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
Occupational Therapy Assistants & Aides2 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
Medical Laboratory Technicians6 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)2-8 yearsβ’π In Transition
2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
Physical Therapy Assistants & Aides2 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)6 months to 2 yearsβ’π’AI-Resilient
Other Health Technicians19 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
2 to 4 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
Veterinary Technicians & Assistants2 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)6 months to 2 yearsβ’π’AI-Resilient
Nursing Assistants3 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)6 months to 2 yearsβ’π‘AI-Augmented
Home Health & Personal Care Aides2 specializations
Healthcare (Technical)6 months to 2 yearsβ’π In Transition