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21 Ways to Achieve Wealth and Success

In his book, Rich Habits -- The Daily Success Habits of Wealthy Individuals, Tom Corley outlines several habits that distinguish the wealthy from the nonwealthy. 
It got me to think, How many people operate on autopilot and don’t stop to monitor their everyday patterns? Below I've summarized 19 of his habits for success (nine culled from his book and the next 10 from his recent article in Success) plus two of my own. If you're not actively engaged in these 21 things, you are, in effect, leaving money on the table.

1. Setting good daily habits.

Good habits are the foundation of wealth building. The difference between successful and unsuccessful people lies in their daily habits. Simply put, successful people have many good habits and few bad ones. If you understand that your bad habits may be preventing you from becoming wealthy, that realization will be the first step in your improving your circumstances.
In his book, Corley invites you to take out a sheet of paper and list your bad habits in one column and then invert each one to place under a new column for good habits. It should look like this:
Bad HabitGood Habit
I watch too much TV. I limit myself to one hour of TV per day.
I don’t remember names.I write down names and remember them.
Then for 30 days, follow the guidance of your new good habits list. You’ll be amazed at how much you can accomplish. 

2. Regularly creating goals.

Successful people are goal driven. They create goals all the time. They plan their day the night before with to-do lists.
People who are headed for success think for the long term. They have daily, weekly, monthly and yearly goals. But what’s a goal without a plan to reach them? So not only do successful people have goals, they also come up with ways to achieve them and hold themselves accountable. 

3. Engaging in self-improvement daily.

Successful people are always looking for ways to improve themselves. They read every day and are students of their profession. They don’t spend their time on activities that don't bring them closer to their goals.
I recently attended an event hosted by author Brendon Burchard, who said he consistently blocks out time to create. Successful people like Burchard know that time is too valuable a commodity to waste. They spend their time on the things that will move the needle for them in their business: Being committed to self-improvement means you engage in activities every day that will stretch you.
Seek ways to expand your knowledge. This won’t always be easy, but people grow from things that pose a challenge. Once your knowledge grows, opportunities appear. 

4. Regularly taking care of personal health.

Each and every day successful people make an effort to eat right and exercise. Eating right is of utmost importance. Exercising daily can become a regular habit, just like taking a bath. People who exercise routinely have more energy to get things done. How are you doing in this area? 

5. Often making time for relationship building.

People who are successful are other-people focused. They take time out of their day to strengthen the bonds of friendship and form long-lasting relationships with others. Networking is something they do all the time. They reach out to their contacts and look for ways to help them with no expectation of in return.
The most beautiful sound on Earth, I once heard someone say, is your name. So make it a goal to learn the names of every contact you meet. Aren’t you impressed when someone remembers your name? I know I am. So stand out as different and start remembering names. 

6. Doing things in moderation.

You live in a balanced way if you do activities in moderation. This means having a balanced approach to work, eating, exercise, consuming alcohol, watching television, surfing the Internet and so forth. As a result, people will enjoy your company. If people like being around you, then you will be more apt to collaborate or find the new business partner that you need to take your business to the next level. 

7. Getting things done.

Don’t put off to tomorrow what you can do today: Accomplish things. All people have fears, but successful people push past them. They don't procrastinate. They get the important things done, no matter the cost.
In Rich Habits, Corley explains that when the thought of putting off something enters the mind, immediately shed notion by saying, “Do it now.” He says repeat these words 100 times if necessary. Just don’t stop till the task is done. 

8. Keeping a positive outlook.

Consider the most successful person you know. Is that person positive or negative? Most likely this individual is positive, enthusiastic, energetic and happy. This person chooses to see the good in others and in himself or herself. To this person, problems are just opportunities waiting to be uncovered.
Every day people are bombarded by news of bad deeds and doings. Successful people minimize their exposure to this type of thing and instead opt to fill their minds with positive ideas from books and magazines. 

9. Regularly saving money. 

According to Corley, successful individuals put away about 10 percent to 20 percent of their gross earnings in a savings, investment or retirement plan. Not everyone can afford to do so, but what percent are you putting away? 

10. Rejecting self-limiting thoughts. 

Successful people command their thoughts and emotions. As soon as bad thoughts intrude, they cast out anything that challenges their ability to succeed at the task at hand. They do not dwell on negative notions. Their self-talk is positive and not overly critical. They replace bad thoughts with good ones.
Because successful people engage in self-improvement daily and are constantly involved in positive things, they don’t allow themselves time to indulge in negative emotions. 

11. Living within means.

Wealthy people avoid overspending. Among many of those struggling financially, some are living above their means. They spend more than they earn, live from paycheck to paycheck and are drowning in credit-card debt. If this is you, resolve today to turn things around for you and your family. 

12. Reading daily. 

Many successful people read 30 minutes or more every day. Reading can increase your knowledge and know-how. When you read, often  you are seeking to improve yourself. This automatically sets you apart from your counterparts. You will stand out from the competition. 

13. Limiting TV watching. 

Did you know that many successful  people limit the amount their TV time to one hour or less a day? How much time do you lose in front of the television that you could be spending doing something more productive? 

14. Doing more than what’s required.

Successful people regularly go above and beyond the call of duty at work. Even if something is not in their job description, they will volunteer to do it. Wealthy people make themselves invaluable. As an entrepreneur, you may not have a boss. But in what ways do you go above and beyond for your clients? How do you wow them? 

15. Talking less and listening more. 

When you listen, you learn. And as the adage goes, that’s why people have two ears and one mouth. When you take the time to really pay attention to what another person is saying, it can truly help not only you but your bottom line as well. When you listen, you are in a better position to help others. 

16. Not giving up.

Don't give up when the going gets tough. Successful people hang in there. They pivot. They try something new. They persist. They may have to change their direction, but they keep moving forward. 

17. Spending time with like-minded ones. 

There's a saying that goes, “Show me who your friends are and I’ll show you who you are.” I believe that. People are only as successful as those they choose to surround themselves with. Good associations can help you more quickly achieve your goals. 

18. Finding a mentor.

Many people who have had a mentor have attributed their success to that person. Mentors can help you achieve your goals faster and keep you accountable. They can share valuable experience that can cut your learning time in half.

19. Knowing your why.

When you know why you're doing something, you will get what you what quicker than if you don’t. Having a purpose is essential to being successful in business and in life. Why do you want to be successful? Why do you really want to be wealthy? 

20. Not giving fear the upper hand. 

Everyone has fears. Successful people don’t allow their fears to limit or define them. Fear inevitably keeps you in the same position and stunts your growth. Recognize your fears and seek ways to overcome them. Interview someone you admire and ask that person how he or she overcame a fear or pick up an autobiography and take notes. 

21. Upgrading skills. 

If you want to get ahead, there’s only one way to do it: Become better at something than you are today. What's the one thing you can focus on for the next 30 days that will catapult you to rock-star status in your industry? Focus your attention on that. I heard John Lee Dumas from Entrepreneur on Fire define "FOCUS" like this: Follow one course until success. Will you? 
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Overview:

A medical records technician (MRT) is one of the few positions in healthcare that does not include contact with patients and yet is one of the most important jobs in the industry. An MRT is responsible for entering patients' medical records into a computer database so that they are accurate, up to date and accessible to those who need them at all times.
Every day, people make tens of thousands of visits to doctors and hospitals across the country, and each one of these visits involves a person’s medical record. The doctor reviews a patient’s history as described in the medical record prior to or during a patient's visit and then conveys in written or spoken notes the nature and content of the current visit. These notes detail symptoms, possible diagnoses and follow-up actions, such as prescribing medications or further testing. 
A medical records technician transfers the data from a doctor's notes into a patient’s permanent medical record, and the accuracy and timeliness of this data is all-important to appropriate patient treatment. The medical records technician position provides an excellent opportunity to detail-oriented individuals who enjoy the privilege and responsibility of ensuring top quality care without the patient contact that most healthcare positions require.

Work Environment

The medical records technician is typically a full-time position in an office environment. The specific details of these positions vary depending on the medical institution where the MRT is employed. Hospitals provide employment for 40% of all MRTs, while individual doctor’s offices and small clinics employ most of the remainder. The MRT must review medical records that contain a patient's entire medical history, extract the significant details and enter them into a computer database. At the same time, the MRT also assigns codes for symptoms, diagnoses and clinical procedures the patient undergoes.
In practical terms, the MRT will work with one or a few different kinds of medical record and database software packages. The work is primarily computer-based, although an MRT also communicates with doctors and nurses to clarify any unclear items as needed about patient details or finding and delivering patient information to caregivers. In addition to medical settings, an MRT might also work for an insurance company’s claims department or with a governmental agency or academic institution that analyzes health data.

Requirements 

Education 
Depending on the location and the quality of the local labor pool, you can be hired as an MRT with only a high school diploma or GED and then trained on the job. In the majority of cases, however, and especially in cities and larger medical operations, the prospective MRT should have an associate’s degree that includes courses in biology, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and classes in business practices as well as the ethical and legal dimensions of the medical field. A bachelor’s degree is not necessary, although it is advantageous for those wishing to advance their careers to more supervisory positions.
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Training
There are numerous junior college programs in medical records technology, though they sometimes appear under slightly different names such as “health information technology.” The courses in these programs will cover details of the most widely used medical coding systems, database management and security, data analysis and insurance industry practices. MRTs may specialize in medical transcription, which is the transcribing of a doctor’s spoken notes into the computer. Another specialization is cancer registry, focused on recording details of the many types of cancer that exist and their treatments. There is a national cancer registry managed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to which local registries contribute their data. This and other specializations may be acquired either during schooling, depending on the program, or on the job.  
Licensing and/or Certification
Most employers prefer to hire registered or certified medical records technicians. The most common certification is as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), gained by passing an examination administered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Other certifications, such as the Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR), are offered by the American Academy of Coders and the National Cancer Registrars Association.
Necessary Skills and Qualities
The best MRTs tend to have a natural attention to detail, gaining satisfaction by seeing loose ends tied up in an organized way. Because medical records are confidential, MRTs are expected to have a high degree of ethical integrity, avoiding any inappropriate sharing of details. The job nearly always involves following established guidelines, typically under supervision, but there will be times when the MRT must exercise his own judgment to interpret certain notes and records. This will also involve careful communication with medical and business staff. 
Most medical settings are quite busy, and everyone working in this environment must be patient and courteous while interacting with a wide variety of coworkers. The ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment while maintaining close attention to detail and an efficient workflow are important qualities in an MRT. 
Opportunities for Advancement     
To maintain certification, MRTs must periodically take advantage of continuing education opportunities available through organizations such as the Board of Medical Specialty Coding and the Professional Association of Healthcare Coding Specialists (PAHCS). As an MRT gains experience and additional training, he will have opportunities for promotions and raises, especially in larger medical settings such as hospitals or large practice groups. An MRT who shows an inclination for lifelong learning, along with the appropriate tact and decorum, will have the best opportunity to advance into a supervisory position.
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Salary 

Salaries vary depending on education, experience and geographical location. The average wage of MRTs in 2011 was between $29,000 and $33,000; however salaries ranged from as low as $21,240 to as high as $53,430. MRTs with higher salaries were most often found in states located in coastal regions as well as in the northern sections of the US. Regardless of geography, jobs with hospitals and the government generally pay better than doctors’ practices or extended care facilities.
Job Outlook
Positions for MRTs are expected to increase by nearly 20% in the coming decade. The current and ongoing push for doctors and hospitals to adopt electronic health records (EHR) supports this trend. Persons with specialized coding knowledge and/or documented leadership skills will generally be in the greatest demand


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How to Become a Medical Receptionist
A medical receptionist is an integral part of a high functioning healthcare team. Doctors, nurses, and other medical and administrative staff members rely on the medical receptionist to create a friendly, welcoming and well-organized front office for patients and to facilitate their flow through the facility. 
The daily rhythm of work as a medical receptionist can be summed up in one word—busy! These professionals traditionally perform their duties from a prominently located desk, where they can easily interact with patients, staff, pharmaceutical reps, vendors and others. They are responsible for maintaining a calm and efficient environment for fielding phone calls, answering patient questions, scheduling new and follow-up appointments, registering new patients and updating records.
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How to Become a Medical Office Assistant

Overview

Doctors and patients alike rely upon medical office assistants to bring order to the complex world of medicine. As a medical office assistant (MOA), you are the first point of contact between patient and office, and as such, set the tone for the patient’s experience. In addition to guiding patients, MOAs also work behind the scenes to coordinate referrals, lab test reviews, chart updates, insurance reimbursements and other functions that keep a medical office running smoothly. A medical office assistant can be given great leeway by a doctor who trusts in his integrity and judgment, particularly in smaller practices where an MOA must inevitably fill a wide variety of roles. Larger medical practices or hospitals rely on medical office assistants, too, but for fewer and more specialized tasks. Regardless of the size of the practice, medical office assistants are an integral part of any medical office, and can tip the balance of a patient's experience from mundane to superlative.

How to Become a Medical Laboratory technician

Medical laboratory technicians may function behind the scenes, but the work that they do is exciting, varied and vital to the quality of a patient's healthcare. Conducting lab tests ordered by doctors and other healthcare providers, these professionals work with human bodily fluids and tissue samples to determine diagnoses and identify abnormalities. They work with microscopes, computers and other automated laboratory machines, where they keep detailed records of the data they compile.
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Some medical laboratory technicians prefer the more generalist nature of work at a large hospital lab or independent facility while others pursue a specialty in areas such as immunology, microbiology and clinical chemistry. No matter which approach they choose, they are important members of the healthcare industry whose work is instrumental in determining the correct diagnoses.
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In a fundamental way, the medical billing and coding specialist helps prevent our health care system from grinding to a bureaucratic halt! Through their work creating detailed billing records and efficiently coded invoices, these specialists ensure that the business side of health care does not obstruct the vital medical care that patients need. Without the contributions of the billing and coding specialists, neither doctors nor insurance companies could properly provide their services to patients.
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These specialists bear much of the crucial responsibility for ensuring that appropriate payments and reimbursements are made. A medical billing and coding specialist enjoys two vital duties:

How to Become a Laser Technician

Laser technology has made medical procedures once only the province of the elite available to the masses. Laser technicians are trained to use laser devices in a wide array of medical practices. Ophthalmic laser technicians assist doctors in optical measurements, diagnostics and LASIK eye corrective surgery. Cosmetic laser technicians use laser devices to remove hair, tattoos, varicose veins and skin irregularities. Laser is even used at dental offices to diagnose and treat periodontitis. New uses for laser are currently under development—to treat infection, pain and inflammation—and its applications will only increase over time. Laser technicians will be the specialists poised at the forefront of these exciting new discoveries, ready to implement laser's new applications as they develop.
Laser hair removal technicians remove body hair safely and permanently using state-of-the-art laser equipment. Much like cosmetologists and plastic surgeons, these professionals take great satisfaction in improving each client’s self-image through the services they provide. 
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To prepare clients for hair removal, technicians interview them about their skin type, ancestry, medications and health habits. They assess these elements so as to determine the safest and most effective settings for the laser device (and often work under a physician’s direction to ensure the quality of their work). Technicians selectively target hair follicles by delivering a small pulse of light from the laser device at precisely the right duration and wavelength. This process destroys a hair’s root without harming the surrounding skin.  
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Hospital interpreters use their skill in English and a foreign language to provide invaluable services to patients and doctors alike. The ability for patients and healthcare professionals to communicate is fundamentally important to the safety and comfort of the patient during care, yet over 24 million Americans do not speak enough English to communicate effectively with their healthcare provider.  Professional interpreters bridge this gap to ensure that patients receive safe, high-quality care. They also help providers to develop a better understanding of the patient's cultural background and how it may influence healthcare decisions.

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Hospital interpreters assist during admissions, examinations, consultations, procedures and many other provider-patient encounters. They encourage direct communication between the provider and patient and repeat each utterance completely and accurately in the language of the listener. Interpreters usually remain in the background but may pause the conversation to clarify information, correct misunderstandings or respond to a patient’s discomfort.

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Forensic lab technicians apply their knowledge and background in lab science to further the reach of the law. By using the latest laboratory techniques to analyze physical evidence from crime scenes, these professionals help to solve crimes and successfully prosecute criminal offenders.In addition to meticulous lab skills, this career requires the ability to summarize lab findings in written reports and to testify in court. Forensic lab technicians are sometimes called on to testify on physical evidence ranging from DNA to fingerprints to spent shell casings. In court testimony, they must describe their laboratory processes and findings, and explain their qualifications and experience, sometimes under aggressive questioning.
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Overview

Medical billers are vital to the business success of the healthcare industry. Their careful work submitting claims to insurance companies keeps business running smoothly for physicians, hospitals, third party billing companies and even the federal and state governments. A medical biller is able to contribute significantly to the healthcare industry without the long years of schooling required of many other jobs in the field.

Medical billers review hospital and patient records, calculate charges, submit claims and answer patient and insurance company questions regarding claims. A skillful medical biller helps healthcare facilities navigate Medicare, Medicaid, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a set of rules regarding the privacy, confidentiality and sharing of personal health information. Certified medical billers are those who pass the Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist Exam, and are more highly sought after than those without certification. Medical billing offers an opportunity for an efficient, task-oriented individual to use his eye for detail in a critical role within the healthcare industry.

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Certified Medical Biller Work Environment

Certified medical billers work in hospitals, nursing homes, physicians’ offices, rehabilitation facilities, and third party billing services such as consulting companies or insurance companies. Each state government employs a large number of medical billers, as does the federal government as well. Most certified medical billers work full time, though job hours are flexible. Some develop their own businesses so that they can work independently from home.

Certified Medical Biller Education Requirements

Education

Medical billing is a robust career field that is open to anyone with a high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate. Medical billing courses are often independent of standard degree programs at local colleges and therefore can be completed in the classroom or online. When selecting a medical billing course, choose one offered by an accredited organization that has been training medical billers for many years. If you are considering a career in medical billing and have not yet graduated from high school, consider courses in math, computers, accounting, speech and business as a solid foundation for your future career.

Training

In preparation for a career in medical billing, basic medical terminology, diagnoses and coding must be memorized and understood. Medical billers must familiarize themselves with the laws and regulations for the state they work in as well as the differences among major insurance plans, Medicare and Medicaid.
While a medical billing certificate program will prepare you for a new career, you will likely receive quite a bit of additional training on the job. You may be required to takecontinuing education courses or be trained actively by a fellow biller in your first weeks.

Licensing and/or Certification

While state and federal laws don’t require certification to take a job in medical billing, most employers seek only certified applicants. A medical billing course from a respected school will ensure you are ready for the Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist Exam. The American Medical Billing Association offers one of the most widely recognized programs.  Even after passing this exam, however, it is highly recommended that you stay up to date with new developments in the field and refresh your skills regularly. Because certification must be renewed periodically, ongoing education is a must.



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Necessary Skills and Qualities

The healthcare industry is a complex environment, filled with legal and insurance requirements and a number of software tools for tracking patients and services rendered. So it’s no surprise that a successful medical biller is one with exceptional math, communication and organization skills, a keen understanding of computer software and a detail-oriented nature with the ability to adapt to new challenges. On the phone or at the computer most of the day in communication with insurance agencies, clients, and physicians, a medical biller is the hub of operations for the business side of the healthcare industry.

Opportunities for Advancement

Advancement opportunities within a healthcare organization include moving into management of personnel or patient accounts. Highly experienced medical billers with a strong work history are in enough demand that some start their own home businesses, giving them ultimate freedom over their schedules. To take advantage of every opportunity in this field, be sure to network with other experienced billers on medical billing forums and become a member of associations like the American Medical Billing Association. Keeping in touch with people in your industry gives you the inside track on new opportunities in the field.
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Certified Medical Biller Salary

As of 2010, according to the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the median annual wage for a billing clerk in any field was $32,170. As billing clerks working in the healthcare field, certified medical billers can expect to earn a similar amount, though the exact compensation will vary depending on the sector of the healthcare industry and the state. Certified medical billers who work in private offices or for insurance companies can earn higher salaries than those who work in hospitals, public health or Medicaid settings. Because most employers prefer certified employees, salaries vary significantly between those with and without certification.

Certified Medical Biller Job Outlook

Employment of medical records and health information technicians is expected to increase by 21 percent from 2010 to 2020, and certified medical billers should expect similar job growth. Demand for certified medical billers in the healthcare industry continues to grow due to an aging U.S. population that requires more frequent medical tests, procedures and treatment, with a concomitant increase in claims.



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Biomedical technicians contribute enormously to successful patient outcomes in healthcare by inspecting, repairing, calibrating and designing medical equipment that grows more advanced and vital all the time.
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Also called biomeds, biomedical engineers and biomedical equipment technicians (BMETs), these professionals have worked diligently for the past several decades in an area of medicine where science fiction becomes fact and present meets future. Their profession continually proves to be one of the most dynamic and exciting in healthcare.  Their impact?  Profound.  From electric wheelchairs to nuclear imaging devices and surgical robots, BMETs ensure the safety and proper functioning of medical equipment on which patients and healthcare professionals rely in order to achieve safe, accurate diagnosis and successful treatment.
BMETs use their technological expertise to prevent mechanical and computer errors that could harm patients or lead providers to the wrong diagnosis. They also set up preventative maintenance programs to keep equipment running and prevent life-threatening breakdowns.
Many facilities consult biomeds when choosing new machines and planning for the future.  These technicians train medical professionals to use equipment safely and effectively.  Hospitals depend on BMETs in order to meet local, state and federal regulations governing the use of medical equipment.
Some BMETs are generalists who work with a multitude of machines, while others specialize in a narrower area such as imaging or laboratory devices.

Biomedical Technician Work Environment

Biomedical technicians work in a variety of environments. Many are employed by hospitals and health systems. Others work in the supply end of the industry at medical equipment retail centers or wholesalers. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 13 percent of BMETs were self-employed in 2010.
Most BMETs are employed full time. Technicians with wholesale and retail suppliers usually work regular business hours and may be on call some nights and weekends. In hospitals, BMETs often work evening and overnight shifts.
Biomeds spend much of their time working hands-on with machines. To adjust and repair equipment, they use both tools and computer applications. In performing their duties, they often stand for several hours at a time and frequently bend and crouch. BMETs also perform some office duties such as reviewing product manuals and record keeping.
A BMET’s job requires plenty of interaction with others. The technicians spend a significant amount of time training other professionals and meeting with hospital administrators. They also work closely with nurses, medical materials personnel and the hospital facilities department. Because they often service equipment that is in use, BMETs have frequent contact with patients.

Biomedical Technician Education Requirements

Education

A BMET career requires a two-year associate degree in biomedical equipment technology or a related field such as electronics or engineering. Many technicians train while serving in the military. While employers generally value hands-on experience over advanced education, more and more companies require that applicants have bachelor’s degrees.
When enrolling in a training program, it’s essential to choose a school accredited by theAmerican Board for Engineering and Technology. These programs have demonstrated a commitment to quality and have an excellent track record of preparing students for successful careers.
Because technology advances quickly, BMETs must constantly update their skills through continuing education.

Training

Accredited BMET training programs provide extensive hands-on instruction. Students gradually gain independence by training on a series of medical machines, each more complex than the last. Working technicians extend this training by studying equipment manuals and attending continuing education classes.

Licensing and/or Certification

Voluntary certification as a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) paves the way for greater employment and advancement opportunities. Some BMETs also pursue niche certification as a Certified Laboratory Equipment Specialist (CLES) or Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist (CRES). To earn these credentials, candidates must meet education and work experience requirements and pass a computer-based examination.
While not mandatory, membership in the Medical Equipment and Technology Association(META) connects BMETs with networking opportunities that help to advance their careers.

Necessary Skills and Qualities

Aspiring biomedical technicians should have a passion for machines and technology as well as a knack for troubleshooting and repairs. Because an equipment failure often creates an emergency situation, the technician must work well in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. Stamina is important, as the job requires standing, crouching and moving for long periods. Finally, BMETs must have excellent interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with medical professionals, hospital staff, administrators and patients.

Opportunities for Advancement

Experienced BMETs may be promoted to supervise the work of junior technicians. Others specialize in a particular area or become instructors in training programs. Many technicians start their own businesses and work for several facilities on a freelance basis.
Experience and certification increase the opportunities for advancement. Many employers will pay the costs associated with certification.
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Biomedical Technician Salary

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for BMETs in May 2010 was $44,500. The highest-paid 10% earned more than $70,260 a year.
BMET salaries vary by work setting. Retail suppliers usually pay the least while wholesalers pay above average wages. The best-paid jobs are found in hospitals and health systems. Salary tends to increase with education, training and certification.

Biomedical Technician Job Outlook

The job outlook for BMETs is excellent. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment is expected to grow by 31 percent between 2010 and 2020. The aging of U.S. population will largely drive this growth. It will increase the demand for medical care in coming decades. BMETs are rarely laid off or outsourced and enjoy excellent job security.
Top workplaces for BMETs include hospitals and medical equipment suppliers. Demand is greatest for BMETs with Associate’s degrees in biomedical engineering or biomedical equipment technology. Technicians also improve their employment opportunities by relocating to shortage areas (particularly rural areas).

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