Medical Appliance Technicians - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, medical appliance technicians:

Have a medium level of social contact. They often work with patients, but work alone when constructing devices.
Communicate daily by telephone and in person. They occasionally write letters and memos.
Sometimes work as part of a team.
Are somewhat responsible for the work done by others, especially assistants.
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Are somewhat responsible for the health and safety of patients.
May occasionally be placed in conflict situations in which others may become rude or angry.

Often work indoors.
Are regularly exposed to contaminants.
Often wear protective attire, such as masks or safety goggles.
Are regularly exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as when using power tools.
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May be exposed to patients' diseases and infections.
Are sometimes exposed to hazardous equipment or hazardous situations that produce cuts or minor burns.
May work physically close to patients and other medical personnel, sometimes within a few feet.

Must be very exact in their work and be sure all details are done. Fitting errors could injure patients.
Often make decisions that affect others. They sometimes act independently, but frequently seek advice from superiors.
Set some of their daily tasks and goals independently.
Work in a moderately stressful environment in which daily deadlines must be met.