Description of Dental Hygienist responsible for performing procedures such as removing deposits, plaque, and stains from teeth examining gums for signs of disease apply fluoride or sealant solutions to freshly cleaned teeth take x-rays for the dentist teaching patients about proper dental health and oral hygiene. show patients how to both brush and floss their teeth properly after completing procedures

Educational/Training requirements Dental hygienists are required to earn a degree or certificate from an accredited dental hygiene school State license in order to practice. The most common degree earned by hygienists is a 2-year associate's degree, although it is possible to earn a bachelor's or master’s degree as well

Salary dental hygienists who work in urban areas with higher living costs will earn more than those in more rural areas annual salary for a dental hygienist in 2008 was $66,570 The top 10% earned more than $90,000 per year

A typical day in the life dental hygienists typically see an average of 8-10 patients per day.

Description of Phlebotomy responsible for drawing blood from patients delivering this blood to local laboratories for testing Expect to draw blood from babies, children, young adults and elderly patients on a daily basis Depending on where you work, you may see a specific age group more than any other.

Educational/Training requirements Most phlebotomists today take a one- or two- semester college training program in phlebotomy. Students learn techniques for drawing blood, such as venipuncture. Phlebotomy instructors teach methods for proper handling of specimens Most students get supervised field experience at local clinics or hospitals.

Salary A phlebotomist's average salary is $28,989 maximum phlebotomist salaries top out at $40.617 Larger institutions tend to pay more than smaller private practices Pension education reimbursement paid time off sick days

A typical day in the life A Phlebotomist is an employee that draws blood from a patient prepares that blood in a specific tube correlating to the test required ships the specimen to the lab for processing

Description of Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy technicians work with pharmacists to help prepare and give out prescription medication. take prescriptions over the phone and in person work with health professionals and customers help mix medicines count pills measure medication label and give instructions for medicine and help take payments.

Educational/Training requirements high school diploma graduate from a 1- to 2-year pharmacy technology program.

Salary salary is $33,085

A typical day in the life Filling bottles with correct medication Mixing pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions Double checking prescriptions are filled correctly Maintaining proper storage and security conditions for drugs