As Baby Boomer technicians retire, tomorrow’s biomeds are increasingly young, creative, resourceful—and more diverse than their predecessors. In this article, 24×7 contributor A.J. Zak explores the changing face of biomed and why the future of the profession is brighter than ever before.
Read MoreThe Western Publishing Association has selected 24×7’s December 2015 issue as a finalist in the Best Issue category for its 2016 Maggie Awards. The winner will be announced at the WPA’s 65th Annual Maggie Awards Banquet May 6 at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Los Angeles.
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The history of healthcare technology management has two sides: “before the introduction of complex information technology to the point of care” and “after,” says Rick Schrenker. But no matter how the field evolves, at least one thing hasn’t changed, or shouldn’t. Only CE/HTM is equipped with the perspective and experience to ensure the safe application of technology at the point of care.
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As a 26-year-old biomed who entered healthcare technology management within the last few years, Hunter Harren has seen first-hand the aging workforce and the huge gap between generations of biomeds. Young technicians must find a way to break out of their bubble of isolation and work side by side with their more experienced counterparts, he says. At the same time, the field must come up with new ways of drawing in young recruits.
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Some of 24×7’s top stories this year weren’t even from 2015. We look back at some of our most popular stories from 2014 and before, including salary surveys, Joint Commission proclamations, CBET study support, and technology insights.
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