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There are tons of positions in the medical fields! Check out a few of them and there salary down below.
EMT/Paramedic
Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities.
Work Environment
They work for private ambulance companies, Fire Stations and local hospitals. Their work can be physically strenuous and stressful, sometimes involving life-or-death situations.
Median Pay
$34,320 per year ($16.50 /hour)
Typical Entry-Level Education
Post secondary non-degree, Certificate
Job Outlook, 2018-28
7% (Faster than average)
Registered Nurse:
Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions.
Registered nurses work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, home healthcare services, and nursing care facilities. Others work in outpatient clinics and schools, or serve in the military.
Median Pay
$71,730 / year ($34.48 /hour)
Bachelor's degree
12% (Much faster than average)
PHYSICIAN/SURGEON
Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses.
Many physicians or surgeons work in private offices. Others work in hospitals (public/private) or for the government.
Median Pay
$208, 000/year ($100/hour)
Typical Entry-Level Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Job Outlook, 2018-2028
7% (Faster than average)
OTHER Occupations in HEALTHCARE:
Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant. Veterinarian, Home Health Aide, Physical Therapist, Clinical Lab Scientist, Phlebotomist, Radiology Technician, Orthopedist, Chiropractor, Pharmacist, Dentist, - Sports Medicine etc.
- Bioethics Specialist - Genetic Engineer - Athletics Coach - Naturopathic Medicine - Hospital Administrator - Personal Trainer - Biomedical Engineer - Licensed Vocational Nurse - Pharmacist - Certified Nursing Assistant - Laboratory Technician - Physical Therapist - Dietician - Occupational Therapist - Therapist
Drug & Alcohol Counselor - Health Educator - Surgical Technician - Forensic Pathologist - Optometrist - Veterinarian - Social Worker - Paramedic/EMT - Public Health Director - Medical Researcher
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