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BMT Unit I Laboratory Careers and Science Careers include Pathologist Medical Technologist Clinical Laboratory Scientist Phlebotomist Microbiologist Virologist Biochemist Clinical Laboratory Science ID: 754606

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Careers in Biomedical Technology

BMT Unit ISlide2

Laboratory Careers and Science

Careers include:

Pathologist

Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)

Phlebotomist

Microbiologist

Virologist

BiochemistSlide3

Clinical Laboratory Science

Pathologist

– MD, examines specimens of body tissue, fluids, and secretions to diagnose diseases

Laboratory Technologist (Clinical Lab Scientist)

– performs lab testing and analyzes the results using their judgment

Phlebotomist – obtain and process blood specimens to aid in he diagnosis and treatment of diseaseSlide4

Clinical Laboratory Scientist at work in the labSlide5

Life Science

General Information and Careers:

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Life scientists

or researchers study living organisms and life processes, develop new drugs, methods of treatment, and new methods of environmental protection

Biochemist

– analyzes effects of hormones, enzymes, serums, and food on tissue and organs.

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Microbiologists/Virologist

Many opportunities in exist in Research & Development in health careSlide6

Imaging Careers

1. Radiography

– making films of internal structures by passing radiographs or gamma rays through the body to make images on specially sensitized film

2. Radiologic Technologist (radiographers)

– operators of radiographic machinery. Work under the direction of the physician, transfer and position pts and select the proper technique to ensure quality pictures.

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Responsibilities

include equipment safety, dye

administration, sterile technique, and pt record maint.

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Radiation exposure prevention

– film badge, government restrictions.Slide7

Imaging Careers Cont:

Radiologists

– Physician, who specializes in testing and treatment using radiographic material, reads and interprets films and gives a final interpretation to the physicianSlide8

Imaging Careers Cont:

Nuclear medicine Technologists

– specialization, using radioactive materials to make diagnostic evaluations and provide therapy. May image areas such as the brain, lungs, and bones.Slide9

Imaging Careers Cont:

Ultrasound Technologists (Medical Sonographer)

– produce two-dimensional images of internal organs, utilizing sound waves at high frequencySlide10

Related Careers to Imaging

Physicist

– assist physician with care of patients and equipment selection using technical, financial, and diagnostic consideration

Medical dosimetrist

– work with physicist to calculate and plan radiation dosing for patients to treat cancer

Echocardiography – using ultrasound to assess the action of the heartSlide11

Related Careers to Imaging

Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG Tech)

– attach electrodes to pt to monitor or test the action of the heartSlide12

Related Careers to Imaging

Electroencephalograph technician (EEG tech)

– measure the electrical activity of the brain to aide in diagnosis of disorders like seizuresSlide13

Environmental Careers

Includes Nutrition Services, environmental engineers, and health and regulatory inspectorsSlide14

Nutrition Services - Dietician

Provide nutritional counseling

Supervise food operations to meet patient’s needs

Provide health promotion and disease management through diet

* Bachelor’s Degree RequiredSlide15

Nutrition Services – Dietary Technician

Plan menus

Supervise production of food

Associate Degree RequiredSlide16

Nutrition Services – Weight Reduction Specialist

Counsel obese pts using dietary guidelines & activities

Specialization of dieticianSlide17

Environmental Control - Environmental Engineer

Modifies facilities for environmental protection

Monitors pollutants

Monitors insect and rodent populations

Safe disposal of radioactive wasteSlide18

Environmental Control – Health and Regulatory Inspectors

Enforce laws and regulations concerning employment hazardsSlide19

Sanitarian

Plan, develop, and execute environmental health programs

Set and enforce standards concerning food, sewage, and waste disposal

Environmental health specialistsSlide20

Biomedical equipment technician

Work with biomedical engineering staff to maintain and service the equipment of the facility

Other support serviceSlide21

Central Service Technician

Assemble, clean, and store diagnostic and surgical equipment

Other support servicesSlide22

Environmental Resources and HazardsSlide23

Biosphere

Part of the universe, including the air (atmosphere), earth, and water in which living organisms existSlide24

Ecosystems (ecology)

Chain of life

Sunlight, H2O, O2, CO2, organic compounds and nutrients found in the ecosystemSlide25

Ecosystem

Plants or “producers” on land and in water convert CO2 and other nutrients through photosynthesis, releasing oxygenSlide26

Ecosystem

Herbivores, carnivores, and others feed on the producers and each otherSlide27

Ecosystem

Decomposers, fungi, bacteria, and insects break down dead products and consumers and thereby return their compounds to the ecosystem for re-useSlide28

Environmenatal Protection Agency (EPA)

Federal Agency

Responsible for setting and regulating the standards for the environmentSlide29

Diseases & Conditions linked to environment

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Emphysema

– can be caused and worsened by air pollutionSlide30

2. Lead poisoning

– results from gasoline additives and paint. Government regulations have reduced amount of lead in paint and gasoline Slide31

3. Carbon Monoxide poisoning

– comes from car exhaust and can be link to heart diseaseSlide32

4. Lung Cancer

– can result from exposure to asbestos fibers, which used to be used in insulationSlide33

Ozone layer?

Thinning of the ozone layer is caused by: car exhaust, aerosol sprays, painting materials

THINK ABOUT IT!Slide34

Biotechnology careers and genetics

Biomedical TechnologySlide35

Biotechnologist

Development of cloning and recombinant DNA techniques of gene manipulation (altering the cells of living things!)

What do you think about cloning?Slide36

Biotechnologist cont:

Strict sterilization

Laminar flow hoods to vent and filter air

Careful planning to ensure all microorganisms are harmless

All are safety guidelines established by the National Institutes of HealthSlide37

Biotechnologist Cont:

Biotechnology rapidly making complex advancesSlide38

Biotechnologist Cont:

There are over 1,000 biotech companies in the U.S., most working in diagnostics and therapeutics

About one third of those are in North Carolina!Slide39

Ethical issues in Biotechnology

Cloning

Eugenics - (selective breeding) includes termination of pregnancy if faulty genes are presentSlide40

Biotechnology fields of study:

Medical biotechnologist – work with the production of antibodies for diagnosis or treatment of disease

Research biotechnologist – supervise the work of associates and assistants in industry and health care to find better products and solutions to disorders

Forensics - scientific tests or techniques used in the investigation of crimes

Geneticist – study patterns of inheritance and develop methods to influence genetic information. May work as counselors for individuals with a family history of genetic abnormalities.Slide41

Biotechnology

Support personnel:

Biomedical engineer (bioengineers) – design, develop and help maintain instruments and machines that are used to monitor and treat in health care.

Biomedical equipment technician – inspect and adjust the equipment used in health care.Slide42

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