Southern Oklahoma
Heathcare Careers
Diagnostic and Radiologic
Pathways
Radiologist
Medical Doctors that specialize in treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging (radiology), Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET).
Education- 13 years of training that includes medical school.
Certified by the American Board of Radiology
Average Salary-$300,000- $450,000
Projected 10 year job growth
7% 2021-2031.
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Radiologic Technician or Radiographer
Works in hospitals, physicians offices or imaging clinics by specializing in the the use of imaging equipment for completing diagnostic procedures on patients.
Education- Certificate, Associates degree or Bachelors degree in radiology technology.
Pass ARRT exam.
Average Salary- $58,660.
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Projected 10 year job growth
6% 2021-2031.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
A medical professional who uses medical equipment that produces sound waves for non-invasive diagnostic procedures. There are a variety of specialty areas such as obstetrics, cardiovascular, neuro, pediatrics and more. Sonographers work in hospitals, private practice or mobile clinics.
Education- 1 year certificate up to 4 year Bachelors degree.
Average Salary- $26,000-$76,000.
Projected 10 year job growth 16% 2021-2031.
Ultrasound Technician
Usually perform the same job as the ultrasonographer
in most cases, the biggest difference is the specialty career focus and education.
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Education- 1 year certificate up to 4 year Bachelors degree.
Average Salary- $26,000-$76,000.
Projected 10 year job growth 16% 2021-2031.
Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS-holds a biology/chemistry based degree that begins when patients specimens are received for diagnostic testing. A laboratory scientist is a detective of sorts utilizing state of the art equipment to provide laboratory results to clinicians. They work in hospitals, forensic laboratories, veterinary clinics and more. Supervises Medical Laboratory Technician.
Education
Bachelors Degree
Average Salary $60,000-$70,000 per year
Projected 10 year job growth 14% 2021-2031.
Medical Lab Technician-MLT plays a vital role in effective diagnose and treatment of patients. Collect samples and perform test to support doctors and other medical professionals. Analyze body fluids, tissue and substances. Duties include less complex routine test and lab procedures.
Education
Associates degree
Average Salary $40,000-$50,000.
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Projected 10 year job growth 6.6% 2021-2031.
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Phlebotomy Technician or Phlebotomist
draws blood or performs a venipuncture usually from a persons arm but can include more advance blood draws from ports and other areas of the body as needed and with training. The blood is then sent to the lab for testing.
Education- 12 week training programs. Oklahoma requires documented training and complete certification exam.
Average Salary $35,000
Projected 10 year job growth 6% 2021-2031.
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Biological Researcher Microbiologist, Biochemist
Helps us understand the living world disease mechanisms, clinical effects at the cellular level, gene functions, biomarkers, determining therapy for patients and more.
Education- Bachelors Degree in Biology or Microbiology
Average Salary
$44,000 - $62,000
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Projected 10 year job growth 8% 2021-2031.
Salaries have increased 14%.