Respiratory therapists administer respiratory care and life support to patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders. They perform chest physiotherapy, administer aerosol medications, deliver oxygen via mask, nasal cannula, or respirator, and evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of therapy. Radiologic technologists produce X-ray films of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems. Nuclear medicine technologists prepare and administer radio-pharmaceuticals to patients under the supervision of a physician. They operate cameras that detect and map the radioactive drug in the patient's body to create an image.
Surgical technologists assist in operations under the supervision of surgeons or surgical nurses.
They help set up the operating room with surgical instruments, equipment, sterile linens, and fluids. They prepare, transport, and position patients for surgery assist during surgery by passing instruments to surgeons by holding instruments, cutting sutures, and helping to count supplies and equipment items, All health assessment and health technician workers are part of the health care team and work closely with physicians and other allied health professionals. Some may work under great stress. Many work evenings, nights, and weekends. Occupational therapists generally hold a bachelor's degree.