Questions & Answers about Healthcare Job

Advances in technology and an aging population are creating growth in the healthcare industry. More workers are needed to assist patients and physicians and to increase the efficiency of healthcare facilities. Education from accredited medical schools is the gateway to an exciting career in this expanding field. Experience the rewards of exciting work, higher pay and career advancement while making a difference in the lives of others.

The following list describes common Healthcare Job Questions & Answers

• What are good Healthcare Jobs?

Shortest training: 1) Nursing: There are accelerated nursing programs set up so you can get your Nursing degree in 12-18 months if you already have a bachelor's degree. Nurses make about $50,000 a year. 2) Physician assistants need at least a 2 year degree and make about $69,410 a year. 3) Nuclear Medicine Technologists: If you already have a degree, you can get a 2 year certificate or associate degree. Annual Pay: $56,000 4) Diagnostic medical sonographers need a 2 year associate degree and make $52,490 a year. 5) Radiology tech's usually need a 2 year associate degree and make about $43,000 a year.

• Do I Need a College Degree to Work in the Medical Industry?

There are many different types of careers in the medical industry which do not require a college degree. However, if you want to continue to advance your career, or to be promoted into a leadership or management role, you may want to start working toward your college degree, to increase your career options and opportunities. If you're not sure how to afford the tuition for college, there are many ways to minimize tuition costs, or to obtain financial assistance. Some employers may even provide tuition assistance, so you might want to investigate that when choosing an employer.

• What are the top paying healthcare jobs with associate's degrees?

The two health related occupations that come to mind with excellent salaries would include nursing, and dental hygiene. Both are very intensive programs of study. You must have a passion for the field to complete either one successfully.

• What is the order of healthcare jobs?
  

• Chief of Staff
• Department Head [i.e., head of Pediatrics, orthopedics, neo-naatology, surgery etc]
• Staff physicians {under them, student doctors, interns etc]
• Director of Nursing Services

• RN
• LPN/LVN
• Certified nursing assistants {CNA's]
• Dietary staff as relates to service only {Head Dietician is their direct Supervisor}

• Head of Respiratory Therapy

• CRT's certified respiratory therapists
  

• Housekeeping Supervisors

• Housekeeping staff {VERY IMPORTANT for that must understand all needs of various units and surgical suites, infection control and patient safety from contagion. NEVER look down on hospital housekeeping staff. Good ones can save your life when they do their job well.}

• Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapists

• Maintenance: Just like housekeeping. Don't underestimate their importance.

• Hospital Security. Their presence is more important than you think. Someday your life may depend on them as easily as your Doctor.

• What is the market of healthcare jobs?

Healthcare careers are some of the hottest careers around today, so if you are thinking about getting into this field, it could be an excellent choice... at least from the standpoint of job opportunities and job security.