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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