Life support technician vs certified medical technician

Differences between life support technician and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Life support technician example responsibilities.

• Manage and maintain TCP/IP database and inventory control on hospital peripherals (printers and scanners).
• Repair fabric and rubber components, including protective clothing, thermal radiation barriers, flotation equipment, and various parachutes.
• Inspect and maintain all flotation equipment.
• Assist in aircrew combat survival training.
• Issue firearms to aircrew for combat deployment.
• Maintain, fit and don the following flotation devices.
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Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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