Category: Professional Development

Professional Development

US and UK Medtech Groups Call for Zero-for-Zero Tariffs

AdvaMed and ABHI are calling for zero-for-zero tariffs and greater regulatory alignment between the US and UK to protect patient access and medtech innovation.

Professional Development

VR Training Is Changing the Game

Virtual reality is opening new pathways for technician training—bringing immersive, hands-on practice to both education and clinical operations.

Professional Development

Should You Acquire More Degrees or Certifications?

Some in HTM are unsure if they should pursue higher degrees or certifications. But the answer is nuanced, maintains HTM expert Binseng Wang. He shares his rationale here.

Certification

New Dental Repair Program Launches to Address Workforce Shortage

A new hybrid training program combines hands-on learning and online education to prepare technicians for careers in dental equipment repair.

Education

Texas State Technical College Incorporates VR in Biomed Program

Texas State Technical College’s Biomedical Equipment Technology program has implemented virtual reality training to simulate real-world scenarios and support hands-on learning.

Department Management

HTM Salary Survey 2024

Salaries rose in most HTM roles, with radiology equipment specialists hitting six figures across all regions. But directors saw pay declines, and heavy workloads remain a challenge. Despite this, job satisfaction is strong, and benefits improved. Read the full report for key insights.

Trade Associations

AAMI Releases Standard for College HTM Programs

AAMI’s new standard, ANSI/AAMI EQ110:2024, outlines minimum requirements for HTM educational programs, covering skills and training.