Logan Voss
Choosing a career in the medical field is a wise choice. Medical professionals are always needed, making it a secure career option. In this article, we’ll discuss today’s highest in-demand medical careers and what it takes to achieve each one.
Registered Nurse
The field of nursing is in high demand nearly every year and continues to grow. Registered nurses take care of the daily needs of patients while working closely with the entire medical staff. The minimum requirement for a registered nurse is an accredited registered nursing program, usually three to four years of school. The average salary for a registered nurse is $65,000.
Physical Therapist
Patients need physical therapy for many reasons, and a physical therapist is trained to handle every possible scenario. The goal of physical therapy is to restore strength, balance, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. A doctoral degree is required to be a physical therapist, and the average annual salary is $79,000.
Radiation Therapist
Radiation therapists provide care and deliver radiation treatments to patients (often cancer patients). The minimum requirement to become a radiation therapist is an associate degree, with many institutions requiring a bachelor’s. The average annual salary is $77,000.
Medical Assistant
Medical assistants don’t earn as high of a salary as some other positions, but it gets your foot in the door of the medical field and requires little schooling, usually a certification. The annual salary is around $29,000, and the demand is 29 percent higher than average, making medical assistant an excellent entry-level choice.
Nurse Midwife, Anesthetist, or Practitioner
A master’s degree and state licensing are required to become a nurse midwife, anesthetist, or nurse practitioner. The role of what each may perform varies within each state, but these nurses are often able to provide primary care for their patients. The average annual salary is $96,000.
Dental Hygienist
One of today’s highest in-demand medical careers is the dental hygienist. With a minimum requirement of an associate degree and licensure, the average salary of $70,000 is pretty good. Dental hygienists assist the dentist with cleanings, detecting gum and tooth problems and disease, and in any other way needed.
Choosing to go into the medical field is a wise decision due to the security in the medical field and the respect earned for making the choice to serve others. Although some options require a lot of school, it’s worth your time if you feel called to the medical field.
