Careers in healthcare and medicine
One hundred and seventy-nine careers across medical practice, nursing, allied health, public health, mental health, and the clinical and laboratory work that keeps healthcare systems running. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 4 of 4 for Healthcare & Medicine.
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Sound Bath Practitioner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $115,210
Facilitate immersive sound healing sessions using crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, gongs, and other instruments to guide…
Perfusionist
Bachelor's Degree · $74,310
Operate heart-lung machines and other life support equipment during cardiac surgery and other medical procedures.
Surgical Physician Assistant
Master's Degree · $135,880
Assist surgeons in the operating room, performing tasks such as suturing, wound closure, and patient management.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $236,590
Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgical, obstetrical, and trauma procedures.
Travel Nurse
Associate's Degree · $97,550
Work short-term contracts in various healthcare facilities across different locations to fill staffing needs.
Surgical First Assistant
Certificate or Vocational Training · $66,800
Assist the primary surgeon during operative procedures by providing direct patient care, maintaining the operative…
Dialysis Nurse
Associate's Degree · $97,550
Manage and monitor patients undergoing dialysis treatments for kidney failure.
EEG Technologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,290
Perform electroencephalograms to record brain activity and assist in diagnosing neurological conditions.
Optical Practice Manager
Certificate or Vocational Training · $123,860
Manage the commercial and operational performance of an optical practice, overseeing both the clinical and retail…
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Master's Degree · $132,300
Provide advanced nursing care to acutely ill patients in various settings, including hospitals and intensive care units.
Pain Medicine Physician
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $265,930
Evaluate and treat patients with acute and chronic pain conditions using interventional procedures, pharmacological…
Sleep Medicine Physician
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $265,930
Diagnose and treat sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and circadian rhythm…
Wound Care Nurse
Associate's Degree · $97,550
Assess, treat, and manage various types of wounds, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Geriatrician
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $244,180
Specialize in the comprehensive medical care of elderly patients, managing complex multi-system conditions,…
Reiki Practitioner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $115,210
Provide energy healing sessions using the Reiki system of hands-on and distance healing, supporting clients' physical,…
Pharmaceutical Logistics Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Coordinate the logistics of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practice (GDP)…
Hospice and Palliative Care Physician
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $265,930
Provide expert symptom management, goals-of-care counseling, and comfort-focused medical care for patients with serious…
Flight Nurse
Bachelor's Degree · $97,550
Provide critical care to patients during air transport, often in emergency situations.
Utilization Review Nurse
Associate's Degree · $97,550
Evaluate the appropriateness and necessity of medical services, ensuring efficient use of healthcare resources.
Polysomnographic Technologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,290
Conduct sleep studies to diagnose and treat sleep disorders, monitoring brain waves, oxygen levels, and heart rate.
Nurse Midwife
Master's Degree · $134,040
Provide comprehensive care to women throughout their reproductive lives, including prenatal, labor, delivery, and…
Genetic Counselor
Master's Degree · $100,040
Assess the risk of inherited conditions and provide information and support to individuals and families facing genetic…
Sterile Processing Technician
High School Diploma · $47,700
Clean, sterilize, and prepare surgical instruments and equipment for medical procedures.
Orthotist and Prosthetist
Master's Degree · $81,110
Design, fabricate, and fit orthopedic braces (orthoses) and artificial limbs (prostheses) for patients.
Bioinformatics ML Scientist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $98,920
Apply machine learning and AI techniques to biological data including genomics, proteomics, and clinical data to…
Lactation Consultant
Associate's Degree · $64,070
Provides support and guidance to new mothers on breastfeeding and infant nutrition.
Medical Biller
Certificate or Vocational Training · $48,500
Process and submit medical claims to insurance companies, ensuring accurate and timely reimbursement for healthcare…
Rehabilitation Counselor
Master's Degree · $46,850
Help people with physical, mental, developmental, or emotional disabilities achieve their personal, career, and…
Sleep Coach
Bachelor's Degree · $64,070
Helps individuals improve their sleep habits and address sleep-related issues through personalized coaching.