AH 1100 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Occupational Therapist, Dental Assistant, Physician Assistant
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Of the top 20 occupations to grow in the next 10 years, 50% are in allied health. 26% of all new jobs in the u. s. will be in the healthcare and social assistance industry. Reported best healthcare jobs in 2015: dentist, nurse practitioner, physician, dental hygienist, physical therapist, registered nurse, physician assistant, diagnostic medical sonographer, occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant, esthetician skin care specialist, pharmacist. *these jobs were chosen the best due to their hiring demand, median salary, employment rate, low stress level, and work-life balance. Adapt easily to changing work conditions and schedules. Keep up with newest advances in our specialty. Seek out new ways to perform your job at a more cost effective level. Questions to ask when choosing a career: Associate programs dental assistant, medical assistant, physical therapy assistant, Baccalaureate programs dietetics, medical technology, genetics, respiratory care, public. Masters programs physician assistant, advanced nursing, occupational therapy, Doctorate/professional programs - physical therapy, pharmacy, optometry, medical school,