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There is a requirement of medical degrees in specialized areas for most highly paid professions in the healthcare field. However, healthcare careers even when excluding medical doctors have much higher average payment than other professions. Jobs that do not require medical degrees, but enjoy high compensation are Chiropractors, Pharmacists, Physical Therapists, Radiation Technicians, and Physician Assistants. Unemployment is very low for specialized medical jobs. Fields such as nursing are expected to experience moderate to severe talent shortages in the coming years. Being associated with a sense of security and prestige, jobs in the healthcare field are highly sought after.

It can be very rewarding to be a health care professional but it is important that the right medical career must be picked up from the beginning. Everyone has their own fancies, whether you are looking for a job that pays you handsomely or you simply love to help others who are in need. There are a wide range of opportunities out there, but make sure you do your research before you choose your career path.
Every health care occupation requires schooling or training to a different extent, some professions like neurosurgeons require continuous education for up to 20 years while other jobs such as certified nursing assistant only require 6 weeks of training. Indeed, you will see a vast difference in salary between different health care providers.

Crucial in determining your job salary is the location where you eventually work. Working in a big city will commonly result in higher wages, but you may also find that certain states/provinces tend to have higher wages than others. You will find some of the highest paying health care jobs is most notably in the State of California.

Top Healthcare Jobs

Salary over $200,000 US per year in ascending order:

  1. Orthodontist – $204,670
  2. Maxillofacial Surgeon – $217,380
  3. Oral Surgeon – $217,380
  4. Gynecologist – $218,610
  5. Obstetrician – $218,610
  6. Anesthesiologist – $234,950

Highest Paying Medical Jobs

Salary ranging from $100,000 to $200,000 US per year in ascending order:

  1. Optometrist – $107,720
  2. Pharmacist – $112,160
  3. Prosthodontist – $130,820
  4. Podiatrist – $133,870
  5. Dentist – $161,750
  6. Pediatrician – $168,650
  7. Psychiatrist – $174,170
  8. General Practitioner – $177,330
  9. Family Practitioner – $177,330
  10. Internist – $189,210

High Paying Healthcare Jobs in Demand

Salary ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 US per year in ascending order:

  1. Health Care Social Worker income – $50,500
  2. Medical Social Worker income -$50,500
  3. Physical Therapist Assistant income – $51,110
  4. Occupational Therapy Assistant income – $52,150
  5. Cardiovascular Technician wage- $52,160
  6. Cardiovascular Technologist income – $52,160
  7. Exercise Physiologist income – $52,890
  8. Genetic Counselor – $53,330
  9. Dietitian Salary – $55,460
  10. Nutritionist Salary – $55,460
  11. Respiratory Therapist – $56,260
  12. X-Ray Technician wage- $56,760
  13. Radiology Technician wag- $56,760
  14. Radiologic Technologist – $56,760
  15. Clinical Laboratory Technologist – $58,120
  16. Medical Laboratory Technologist – $58,120
  17. Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – $65,800
  18. Ultrasound Technician Salary – $65,800
  19. Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Salary – $67,340
  20. Registered Nurse (RN) Salary – $69,110
  21. Dental Hygienist Salary – $69,760
  22. Nuclear Medicine Technologist – $69,960
  23. Audiologist Salary – $71,000
  24. Orthotist Salary – $71,000
  25. Prosthetist Salary – $71,000
  26. Speech Pathologist wages – $72,000
  27. Speech Therapist Salary – $72,000
  28. Occupational Therapist Salary – $74,970
  29. Chiropractor Salary – $78,780
  30. Radiation Therapist Salary – $79,340
  31. Physical Therapist Salary – $79,830
  32. Physician Assistant Salary – $89,470
  33. Veterinarian Salary -$91,250
  34. Nurse Practitioner Salary – $91,539

Average Salary Health Care Jobs

Salary ranging from $20,000 to $30,000 US per year in ascending order:

  1. Veterinarian Assistant wage- $24,430
  2. CNA wage- $25,420
  3. Dietetic Technician wage- $ 29,200

Salary ranging from $30,000 to $50,000 US per a year in ascending order:

  1. Pharmacy Technician – $30,020
  2. Medical Assistant – $30,170
  3. Psychiatric Technician – $31,370
  4. Veterinary Technologist – $31,570
  5. Veterinary Technician – $31,570
  6. Esthetician -$32,080
  7. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Salary -$34,030
  8. Paramedic – $34,030
  9. Dental Assistant – $34,740
  10. Optician Salary -$34, 750
  11. Health Information Technician – $35,920
  12. Medical Records Technician – $35,920
  13. Clinical Laboratory Technician – $38,960
  14. Medical Laboratory Technician – $38,960
  15. Massage Therapist – $39,920
  16. Hearing Aid Specialist – $41,830
  17. LPN Salary – $42,040
  18. LVN Salary – $42,040
  19. Surgical Technologist – $42,460
  20. Athletic Trainer Salary – $44,640
  21. Recreational Therapist – $42,940
  22. Respiratory Therapy Technician – $47,330
  23. Occupational Health and Safety Technician – $48,240