Midwest Technical Institute
3600 South Glenstone, Springfield, MO, 65804
(417) 227-4950Whether you’re searching for a new career opportunity or looking to enhance your current professional position, Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) can help. Through a diverse, innovative mix of mechanical trades and allied health programs, MTI has earned a reputation for excellence in meeting the workforce needs of the communities it serves. Small class sizes and in-dept hands-on training provide Midwest Technical Institute students with a personalized education that prepares them for personal and professional success in today’s job market.
Degree Programs Offered
- Dental
- Medical
Careers
Dental Assistants
Dental assistants assist the dentist and keep patient records. They also set up the patient and dental equipment. They assist the dentist in times of emergency and instruct patients in proper teeth cleaning, monitor supplies and inventory and may clean and polish hand-held dental instruments.
Salary
$25—41K
Job Growth
14.34%
Education Required
Post secondary non-degree award or Associate's degree
Dental Hygienists
Dental hygienists clean teeth and remove stains and deposits from teeth. They look at teeth and gums for signs of disease. They educate patients on brushing and flossing, take and develop X-rays, and apply fluoride or sealants on teeth and help keep the dental equipment in good working order and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments.
Salary
$60—100K
Job Growth
14.29%
Education Required
Post secondary non-degree award or Associate's degree
Dentists, General
Dentists care not only for teeth and gums, but also for the muscles and bones within or supporting the mouth. They do routine procedures such as filling cavities, cleaning teeth and repairing broken ones. They may also perform surgeries within or around the mouth to promote dental health, improve appearance and prevent disease.
Salary
$100K
Job Growth
15.05%
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Oral surgeons, also referred to oral and maxillofacial surgeons, diagnose and treat diseases, injuries and defects in the mouth, jaws, neck, face and skull regions. Common treatments include the removal of impacted teeth, reconstructive surgery, lip reconstruction and insertion of dental implants.
Salary
$100K
Job Growth
19.00%
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Prosthodontists
Prosthodontist specialize in crowns, bridges and dentures and other methods to replace missing teeth. They construct oral prostheses to correct natural and acquired deformation of mouth and jaws to restore and maintain oral function, such as chewing and speaking, and to improve appearance.
Salary
$100K
Job Growth
19.80%
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Gerontologist
A gerontologist studies the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, psychological, and societal effects of the aging process on the human body. Gerontologists are health care professionals who specialize in working with elderly patients. They provide their services to people in nursing homes, senior citizen centers, and other similar facilities.
Salary
$60—100K
Job Growth
5.00%
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Medical Assistants
Medical assistants perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, and billing and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examinations and drawing blood.
Salary
$25—41K
Job Growth
17.24%
Education Required
Post secondary non-degree award or Associate's degree
Physician Assistants
Physician assistants provide health care services under a physician’s supervision. They perform tasks that are usually performed by doctors. They conduct physical exams and provide treatment, and counsel patients. Physician assistants may prescribe medications.
Salary
$60—100K
Job Growth
25.48%
Education Required
Master's Degree
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