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    Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

    All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

    Median pay
    $50,290
    Growth
    +5.9%
    Faster than average
    Openings a year
    12,400
    Typical education
    Postsecondary certificate

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Source: BLS 2025 wages · 2025–35 projections

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    Annual pay range

    Lowest 10% earn less than
    $38,180
    Median
    $50,290
    Highest 10% earn more than
    $85,270
    National wages for all workers in this occupation. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

    182,610 people work in this occupation.

    In short

    Health technologists and technicians in this category perform specialized medical support and diagnostic services. They earn a median annual pay of $50,290, with opportunities spanning various clinical specialties.

    Written with AI from the BLS, O*NET and CareerOneStop data on this page. Every figure is checked against that data before it is published.

    What health technologists and technicians, all other do

    All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.

    What the work is like

    People in this career perform a wide range of specialized technical tasks in healthcare settings. Depending on their specific role, they may operate brain wave equipment, assist with dialysis treatments, analyze cephalometric data, or manage central medical supplies. Their daily tasks require a strong foundation in medicine, therapy, and customer service to ensure patients receive safe and accurate care.

    To succeed in this field, workers must be highly dependable, cooperative, and deeply concerned for the well-being of others. They need strong active listening skills to understand patient needs and critical thinking abilities to solve technical problems. This work is ideal for individuals with social and realistic interests who enjoy hands-on tasks and helping people.

    How to get there

    Entering this field typically requires a postsecondary certificate. Students prepare for these roles by majoring in fields such as allied health diagnostic, intervention, and treatment professions. Other relevant college majors include allied health and medical assisting services, as well as clinical or medical laboratory science and research.

    Depending on where you plan to work, you may need to meet specific state guidelines. Some states list a license for this work, so requirements will vary by location.

    Pay and outlook explained

    The median annual pay for these technologists and technicians is $50,290. Earnings can vary significantly based on experience, location, and specialty, with the lowest 10% earning less than $38,180 and the highest 10% earning more than $85,270.

    This field employs 182,610 people. Between 2025 and 2035, employment is projected to grow by 5.9%, which is faster than average. This growth is expected to generate 12,400 job openings each year.

    Also called

    Audiometrist · Brain Wave Technician · Central Supply Technician · Cephalometric Analyst · Certified Medical Technician (CMT) · Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) · Child Health Associate · Closed Circuit Screen Watcher · Dialysis Patient Care Technician · Dialysis Technician

    Career pathway

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      • Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other$50,290 median pay

    2. Majors

    3. Colleges

    College Scorecard program outcomes

    Colleges with strong outcomes

    Programs that lead to this career, ranked by what their graduates earn four years after finishing. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid.

    1. 1Wagner College logo
      Wagner College

      Staten Island, NY · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      Not reported
      4 yrs after
      $156,982
      Median debt
      $27,000
    2. 2St. John's University-New York logo
      St. John's University-New York

      Queens, NY · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      $102,500
      4 yrs after
      $142,774
      Median debt
      $23,325
    3. 3Loma Linda University logo
      Loma Linda University

      Loma Linda, CA · Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      $112,525
      4 yrs after
      $125,835
      Median debt
      $20,000
    4. 4CUNY York College logo
      CUNY York College

      Jamaica, NY · Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      $118,710
      4 yrs after
      $122,313
      Median debt
      Not reported
    5. 5John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences logo
      John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences

      South Bend, IN · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      $112,673
      4 yrs after
      $122,061
      Median debt
      $23,437
    6. 6Saint Francis University logo
      Saint Francis University

      Loretto, PA · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      Not reported
      4 yrs after
      $115,813
      Median debt
      $28,000
    7. 7D'Youville University logo
      D'Youville University

      Buffalo, NY · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      $113,290
      4 yrs after
      $114,737
      Median debt
      $30,703
    8. 8Molloy College logo
      Molloy College

      Rockville Centre, NY · Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions · Bachelor's

      1 yr after
      $90,567
      4 yrs after
      $111,267
      Median debt
      Not reported

    Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard field-of-study data, 2025. Programs with few graduates are not listed.

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    Certifications, licenses and pay by state

    What health technologists and technicians, all other may need beyond a degree, where a license is required, and what the work pays in each state.

    Training

    Programs of study that prepare people for this work. Showing 12 of 14.

    • Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other
    • Cardiopulmonary Technology/Technologist
    • Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Technology/Technologist
    • Gene/Genetic Therapy
    • Hyperbaric Medicine Technology/Technician
    • Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Technology/Technician
    • Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
    • Orthopedic Technology/Technician
    • Polysomnography
    • Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
    • Radiologist Assistant
    • Renal/Dialysis Technologist/Technician

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    Licenses by state

    44 states list a license for this work. Open your state for the license and the agency that issues it.

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    Data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor (Employment and Training Administration, with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development). Retrieved November 6, 2026.

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    Questions about health technologists and technicians, all other

    Written with AI from the BLS, O*NET and CareerOneStop data on this page. Every figure is checked against that data before it is published.

    What are some common job titles in this field?

    Workers in this category hold many different titles depending on their specialty. Some common names include dialysis technician, brain wave technician, certified medical technician, and central supply technician.

    What level of education is typically required to start this career?

    Most people enter this career after earning a postsecondary certificate. Useful college majors for this path include allied health and medical assisting services, or clinical and medical laboratory science.

    Do I need a license to work in this occupation?

    Licensing requirements depend on your location. Some states list a license for this work, so it is important to check the specific regulations in your area.

    Sources and attribution

    Every figure on this page comes from these public datasets. Missing values are shown as not reported, never estimated.

    O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. CollegesRef has modified all or some of this information.

    Data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor (Employment and Training Administration, with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development). Retrieved November 6, 2026.

    Page data updated November 5, 2026.