Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other

People in this career path perform a wide variety of specialized clinical, technical, and administrative duties depending on their specific job title. For instance, some work as central supply technicians, extracorporeal technicians, or pheresis specialists, which requires a strong focus on medical equipment and technical procedures. Others work as kinesiologists, traditional Chinese herbalists, child health associates, or drug coordinators, focusing more on direct patient care, health service coordination, or alternative therapies.

These roles require strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a deep knowledge of medicine and therapy. Professionals must be dependable, cooperative, and highly self-controlled when dealing with patients and medical staff. Their daily work typically aligns with realistic, investigative, and social interests, as they solve practical medical problems and assist others in clinical environments.

To enter this field, individuals typically need a postsecondary certificate. Because this category includes many different specialties, the preparation level can vary. Students often prepare by majoring in fields such as health and medical administrative services, health professions education, ethics, and humanities, alternative and complementary medicine and medical systems, or energy and biologically based therapies.

Depending on the specific role and the state in which they practice, some workers may need to obtain a license, as some states list licensing requirements for certain occupations in this group.

In 2025, the median annual pay for these healthcare practitioners was $65,790. The lowest 10 percent of workers earned less than $38,660, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $129,830. This wide pay range reflects the diverse mix of technical and specialized roles included in this category.

Employment in this field is projected to grow by 5.1 percent from 2025 to 2035, which is faster than the average for all occupations. There are approximately 35,010 people employed in these roles, and the industry is expected to see about 2,200 job openings each year.