{"id":7627,"date":"2023-11-23T15:00:29","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T15:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/?p=7627"},"modified":"2024-12-12T15:46:09","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T15:46:09","slug":"fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The demand for healthcare professionals is constantly increasing due to a growing and aging population, combined with the need to replace retiring professionals. As a result, choosing a career in healthcare remains a stable and lucrative choice. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the healthcare sector is experiencing faster job growth than many other fields, with an estimated 1.8 million job openings anticipated annually between 2022 and 2032. However, job growth rates vary among healthcare careers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This career guide spotlights 30 healthcare careers, listed from highest to lowest growth potential. Our list comprises projected career growth, average and highest salary rates available for staff and travel jobs, education requirements and relevant certifications. We collected the data at the end of October 2023, obtaining <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/home.htm\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">growth percentages from the BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and salary data from Vivian Health. We determined annual staff salaries by multiplying the average hourly rate by a 40-hour workweek by 52 weeks a year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"back-to-top\"><b>The 30 Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers in 2024<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #3c3b3d;color:#3c3b3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #3c3b3d;color:#3c3b3d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#1_certified_registered_nurse_anesthetist\" >1. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#2_nurse_midwife\" >2. Nurse Midwife\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#3_nurse_practitioner\" >3. Nurse Practitioner\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#4_physician_assistant\" >4.\u00a0Physician Assistant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#5_occupational_therapist_assistant\" >5.\u00a0Occupational Therapist Assistant\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#6_home_health_aide\" >6.\u00a0Home Health Aide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#7_physical_therapy_assistant\" >7.\u00a0Physical Therapy Assistant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#8_speech-language_pathologist\" >8.\u00a0Speech-Language Pathologist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#9_physical_therapist\" >9.\u00a0Physical Therapist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#10_medical_assistant\" >10.\u00a0Medical Assistant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#11_respiratory_therapist\" >11.\u00a0Respiratory Therapist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#12_occupational_therapist\" >12.\u00a0Occupational Therapist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#13_audiologist\" >13.\u00a0Audiologist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#14_cardiovascular_technologist\" >14.\u00a0Cardiovascular Technologist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#15_registered_ultrasound_technologist\" >15.\u00a0Registered Ultrasound Technologist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#16_phlebotomist\" >16.\u00a0Phlebotomist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#17_registered_dietitian\" >17.\u00a0Registered Dietitian<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#18_social_worker\" >18.\u00a0Social Worker\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#19_mri_technologist\" >19.\u00a0MRI Technologist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#20_radiology_technologist\" >20.\u00a0Radiology Technologist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#21_registered_nurse\" >21.\u00a0Registered Nurse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#22_licensed_practical_nurse\" >22.\u00a0Licensed Practical Nurse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#23_paramedic\" >23.\u00a0Paramedic\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#24_surgical_technologist\" >24.\u00a0Surgical Technologist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#25_certified_nursing_assistant\" >25.\u00a0Certified Nursing Assistant\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#26_recreational_therapist\" >26.\u00a0Recreational Therapist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#27_dosimetrist\" >27.\u00a0Dosimetrist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#28_pharmacist\" >28.\u00a0Pharmacist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#29_radiation_therapist\" >29.\u00a0Radiation Therapist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2024\/#30_nuclear_medicine_technologist\" >30.\u00a0Nuclear Medicine Technologist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_certified_registered_nurse_anesthetist\"><\/span><b>1. <a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5296\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/Anesthia-scaled-e1700203095571.jpg\" alt=\"Travel CRNAs are essential providers\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) specializing in anesthesia care during medical procedures. They administer anesthesia, monitor vital signs, manage pain and aid in patient recovery. Their role is crucial for ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$88.51<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Staff Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $184,101<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $126<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$7,233<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $11,040<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) \/ Master of Science in Nursing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) \/ Doctoral degree in Nurse Anesthesia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcrna.com\/initial-certification\/nbcrna-certification\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">NBCRNA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_nurse_midwife\"><\/span><b>2. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/nurse-practitioner\/midwife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Nurse Midwife\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/11\/CNM-Resized-scaled-e1700203152381.jpg\" alt=\"Certified Nurse Midwife\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Nurse Midwife specializes in women&#8217;s healthcare, particularly reproductive health, especially during pregnancy and childbirth. They offer comprehensive services, including prenatal care, childbirth assistance and gynecological exams. Essential tasks include physical exams, diagnosis, medication prescriptions and health education.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/midwife\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$65.88<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $137,030<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $72<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/dnp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">DNP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cnm\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CNM<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_nurse_practitioner\"><\/span><b>3. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/nurse-practitioner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Nurse Practitioner\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/09\/Nurse-practitioner1-scaled-e1698871383449.jpg\" alt=\"Pediatric nurse practitioner jobs\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are APRNs who offer holistic healthcare services throughout a patient&#8217;s life. They collaborate with medical teams, taking on a vital role in diagnosing and treating illnesses, supporting wellness and delivering patient-focused care. Key responsibilities include assessing patients, interpreting tests, prescribing medications, creating treatment strategies, offering patient education and championing optimal health outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$65.88<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $137,030<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $78<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$3,303<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $8,762<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/dnp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">DNP<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/a-gnp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">AGNP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/fnp-c\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">FNP-C<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/fnp-bc\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">FNP-BC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/agpcnp-bc\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">AGPCNP-BC<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_physician_assistant\"><\/span><b>4.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/physician-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Physician Assistant<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/PA-with-Doctor-Resized-scaled-e1698902568314.jpg\" alt=\"Physician assistant\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physician Assistants (PAs) work under physician supervision and provide a wide array of medical services. These services can include physical exams, diagnostic test interpretation, diagnosis and treatment, prescribing medications, treatment plans and patient education. Their collaboration with physicians and various healthcare professionals ensures patient-centered, high-quality care.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/physician-assistant\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$79.81<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $166,005<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $87<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/physician-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,178<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,199<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Master\u2019s degree <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from a recognized Physician Assistant program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccpa.net\/become-certified\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">PANCE<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_occupational_therapist_assistant\"><\/span><b>5.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/occupational-therapist-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Occupational Therapist Assistant\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6308\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/Occupational-Therapy2-Resized-scaled-e1700203332750.jpg\" alt=\"Occupational therapist salary guide\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occupational Therapist Assistants (OTAs) support people of all ages in regaining daily life skills and enhancing their quality of life. Under Occupational Therapists&#8217; guidance, OTAs help clients facing various challenges by implementing tailored treatment plans and assisting with exercises and adaptive equipment use.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist-assistant\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$44.25<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $92,040<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $58<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,546<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,287<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate degree accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cota\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">COTA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_home_health_aide\"><\/span><b>6.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/cna\/home-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Home Health Aide<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5921\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/11\/Home-Health3-Resized-scaled-e1703831600278.jpg\" alt=\"Home health nurse jobs \/ home health nurse salary\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home Health nursing aides provide vital healthcare services to patients in their homes, working under nurse supervision to deliver necessary care and support. The support these healthcare professionals provide helps patients remain in a home setting instead of transitioning to institutional care.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/cna\/home-health\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$18.55<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $38,584<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $24<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Nursing assistant training program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_physical_therapy_assistant\"><\/span><b>7.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/physical-therapy-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Physical Therapy Assistant<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Physical-Therapist-Assistant-Resized-scaled-e1700203697660.jpg\" alt=\"Physical Therapist Assistant\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) work alongside licensed physical therapists to help patients recover mobility and manage pain through therapeutic exercises and interventions. They assist in developing treatment plans, guide patients through exercises and utilize modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation. PTAs educate patients on exercise techniques while ensuring a safe therapy environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapy-assistant\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$35.43<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $73,694<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $55<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapy-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,461<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,561<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fsbpt.org\/Secondary-Pages\/Exam-Candidates\/National-Exam-NPTE\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">NPTE<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_speech-language_pathologist\"><\/span><b>8.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/speech-language-pathologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Speech-Language Pathologist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5756\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/11\/SLP-with-child-patient2-Resized-scaled-e1700203774875.jpg\" alt=\"Speech language pathologist salary guide\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) are specialized healthcare providers who diagnose and treat communication disorders, addressing speech, language, fluency and swallowing issues across all age groups. Their essential role involves creating personalized treatment plans and employing therapeutic techniques to enhance patients&#8217; communication skills and overall quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/speech-language-pathologist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$48.11<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100,069<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $67<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/speech-language-pathologist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,125<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,600<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/ccc-slp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CCC-SLP<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_physical_therapist\"><\/span><b>9.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/physical-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Physical Therapist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7061\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Physical-therapist-Resized-scaled-e1700203451681.jpg\" alt=\"Occupational Therapist \/ occupational therapy licensure compact\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Therapists aid patients in recovering from physical impairments, creating personalized treatments and exercises to enhance mobility and alleviate pain. Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing treatment plans and administering exercises and therapies. A key aspect of this role is educating patients and their families on self-care and monitoring progress for treatment adjustments.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$45.05<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $93,704<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $67<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,118<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,925<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Doctor of Physical Therapy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/dpt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">DPT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/ocs-abpts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">OCS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/scs-abpts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">SCS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/aota-bcpr\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BCPR<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_medical_assistant\"><\/span><b>10.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/medical-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Medical Assistant<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Medical-assistant-Resized-scaled-e1700203972645.jpg\" alt=\"Medical assistant\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Assistants perform administrative tasks like appointment scheduling, patient record management and billing alongside clinical duties, such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations and aiding in minor medical procedures. Their responsibilities include medication administration, specimen collection, electronic health record management, front desk tasks and patient education on medical conditions and treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/medical-assistant\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$39.22<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $81,578<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/medical-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,113<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,037<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Certification\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cma\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CMA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rma-amt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RMA-AMT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_respiratory_therapist\"><\/span><b>11.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/respiratory-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Respiratory Therapist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6552\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Respiratory-Therapist-with-young-patient-Resized-scaled-e1700204030293.jpg\" alt=\"Respiratory therapist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Respiratory therapists (RTs) evaluate, treat and educate patients with lung and breathing disorders. Their roles encompass administering oxygen, medication and emergency care. They are also the healthcare team member who sets up ventilators. RTs work closely with physicians to determine appropriate respiratory care and support patients with asthma, sleep apnea and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/respiratory-therapist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$37.51<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $78,021<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/respiratory-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,996<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,260<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate degree or higher from an accredited respiratory therapy program (Bachelor\u2019s or Master\u2019s preferred)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/crt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CRT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RRT<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_occupational_therapist\"><\/span><b>12.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/occupational-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Occupational Therapist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/Occupational-Therapy-Resized-scaled-e1700204104723.jpg\" alt=\"Occupational therapist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occupational Therapists (OTs) aid people in overcoming physical, cognitive or emotional obstacles to engage in meaningful pursuits and perform activities of daily living. They create personalized treatment plans to boost independence and improve quality of life through therapy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$48.39<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100,651<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $67<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,041<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,269<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Completed an accredited program in Occupational Therapy, then earn a Master\u2019s Degree or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/otr\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">OTR<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_audiologist\"><\/span><b>13.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/audiologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Audiologist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Audiologist-Resized-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Audiologist performing ear exam\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Audiologists diagnose and treat hearing and balance disorders. They work in various settings, using advanced tools and personalized treatment plans. Their role is crucial in addressing auditory and vestibular challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/audiologist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$44.25<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $92,040<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $62.00<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/audiologist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,983<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,242<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Doctor of Audiology or PhD in Audiology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/ccc-a\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CCC-A<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_cardiovascular_technologist\"><\/span><b>14.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/cardiovascular-technologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Cardiovascular Technologist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Cardiovascular-tech-Resized-scaled-e1700204762710.jpg\" alt=\"Cardiovascular tech doing heart ultrasound\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardiovascular technologists specialize in cardiac and vascular procedures and diagnostics. They perform diagnostic tests, working in hospitals or outpatient facilities. Besides conducting imaging tests, their responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting in procedures and managing equipment. Cardiovascular technologists are crucial in diagnosing and treating heart and vascular conditions, ensuring patient care and diagnostic precision.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/cardiovascular-technologist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$45.92<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $95,514<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $59<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/cardiovascular-technologist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,760<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $5,713<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Certificate or diploma, advancing to Associate or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Cardiovascular Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cct-cci\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CCT-CCI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rcs-cci\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RCS-CCI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acs-cci\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACS-CCI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rdms-rvt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RDMS-RVT<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_registered_ultrasound_technologist\"><\/span><b>15.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/ultrasound-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Registered Ultrasound Technologist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/Ultrasound-Tech-Jobs-scaled-e1700204824620.jpg\" alt=\"ultrasound tech jobs\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultrasound technologists, or diagnostic medical sonographers, use high-frequency sound waves and specialized equipment to create images of the body&#8217;s internal structures, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of medical conditions. They perform tasks that include operating ultrasound equipment, preparing patients, analyzing images, collaborating with physicians and maintaining patient records. Ultrasound technologists may specialize in obstetrics, cardiac, abdominal or vascular sonography.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/ultrasound-tech\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$48.90<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $101,712<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/ultrasound-tech\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,464<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $6,192<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field (Bachelor\u2019s recommended)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-s-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(S)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/vs-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T (VS)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acs-cci\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rcs-cci\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RCS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_phlebotomist\"><\/span><b>16.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/phlebotomist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Phlebotomist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6527\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/iStock-Phlebotomist-Resized-scaled-e1700204867820.jpg\" alt=\"Phlebotomist doing blood test\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phlebotomists specialize in safe blood collection for testing, transfusions or donation. They collect, label and transport blood samples for analysis. Phlebotomists maintain records and prioritize patient comfort and education. Maintaining a sterile, organized work environment is also essential to their role.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/phlebotomist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$17.54<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $36,483<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/phlebotomist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,292<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $1,424<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: High School Diploma or equivalent and Phlebotomy Training Program\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/pbt-ascp\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">PBT-ASCP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rpt-amt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RPT-AMT<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_registered_dietitian\"><\/span><b>17.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/rdcd-dietician\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Registered Dietitian<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Dietitian-Resized-scaled-e1700205061258.jpg\" alt=\"Dietitian\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registered Dietitians (RDs) specialize in nutrition to enhance health and manage diseases. They evaluate and enhance dietary habits for individuals, promoting well-being. RDs offer personalized nutrition advice, craft custom meal plans and educate individuals on healthy food choices. They work in diverse settings like hospitals, clinics, schools and public health organizations, playing a necessary role in health and nutrition improvement.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/rdcd-dietician\/salary\/#Permanent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$37.78<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $78,582<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/rdcd-dietician\/salary\/#Travel\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,206<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,439<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Dietetics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdrnet.org\/RDN\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RD\/RDN<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_social_worker\"><\/span><b>18.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/social-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Social Worker\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/10\/Social-Worker-helping-with-adoption2a-Resized-scaled-e1700205129451.jpg\" alt=\"Travel social work\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social workers are essential advocates and supporters, working in diverse settings to address social and emotional challenges. Their key responsibilities include assessing client needs, counseling and connecting patients to required resources like housing, healthcare and financial assistance. Social workers especially focus on advocating for vulnerable populations, which include children, the elderly, individuals dealing with mental health issues and those experiencing domestic violence or substance abuse.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/social-work\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$37.44<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $77,875<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $65<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/social-work\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,291<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,665<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Social Work \/ Master of Social Work (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msw\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSW<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acsw-nasw\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACSW-NASW<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/lcsw\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">LCSW<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_mri_technologist\"><\/span><b>19.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/mri-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>MRI Technologist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5588\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/10\/Stroke-results-MRI-Resized-scaled-e1700205181771.jpg\" alt=\"Stroke nurse certification\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MRI Technologists operate MRI machines to create detailed internal body images for diagnosis and treatment. Their key tasks involve preparing patients, operating the MRI scanner and ensuring patient safety and comfort. MRI technologists collaborate with radiologists and medical professionals to interpret and analyze images, aiding in diagnosing various medical conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/mri-tech\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$42.43<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $88,254<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/mri-tech\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,497<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,705<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate Degree or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Radiologic Technology\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/armrit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ARMRIT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-mri-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(MRI)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_radiology_technologist\"><\/span><b>20.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/radiology-technologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Radiology Technologist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6011\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/12\/Radiology-Tech2-Resized-scaled-e1700205245169.jpg\" alt=\"Radiologist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiology Technologists conduct diagnostic imaging procedures like X-rays, CT scans, MRIs and mammograms. They assist in diagnosing and treating medical conditions, ensuring image quality, patient safety and compassionate care.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/radiology-technologist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$35.61<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $74,069<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/radiology-technologist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,447<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $5,642<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Accredited Radiologic Technology Program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-r-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(R)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-mri-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(MRI)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/m-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(M)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-vi-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(VI)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_registered_nurse\"><\/span><b>21.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/travel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Registered Nurse<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6172\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/Nurse-with-patient-Resized-scaled-e1700205330267.jpg\" alt=\"Med-surg nurse providing patient care\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registered Nurses (RNs) deliver direct patient care by assessing health, administering treatments and monitoring conditions. RNs educate patients and families about medical conditions and act as patient advocates, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. RNs may specialize in various areas, aiming to provide quality healthcare, improve patient outcomes and support the healthcare team.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$42.47<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $88,338<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $82<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,200<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $6,900<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/asn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ASN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> preferred \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ Additional certifications based on specialty area<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_licensed_practical_nurse\"><\/span><b>22.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/lpn-lvn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Licensed Practical Nurse<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5773\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/11\/CNA-or-LPN-with-patient-Resized-scaled-e1700205378582.jpg\" alt=\"Travel LPN jobs\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), also called Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), deliver essential nursing care in diverse healthcare settings under RN and physician supervision. Their responsibilities encompass administering medication, monitoring vital signs, aiding with patients\u2019 hygiene, gathering patient data, providing basic care and collaborating with the healthcare team to optimize patient well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/lpn-lvn\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$31.62<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $65,770<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $40<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/lpn-lvn\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,489<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,290<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Diploma\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_paramedic\"><\/span><b>23.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/paramedic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Paramedic\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7634\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Paramedic-or-EMT-Resized-scaled-e1700205604695.jpg\" alt=\"Paramedic or EMT\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paramedics are crucial in emergency medical care, saving lives and stabilizing patients during critical situations. They\u2019re part of the emergency medical services team, responding to 911 calls, providing on-site medical assistance and safely transporting patients to medical facilities. A career as a paramedic is ideal for those who excel under pressure and have a strong desire to help others during life-threatening emergencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/paramedic\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$18.67<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $38,834<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $29<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/paramedic\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,816<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,034<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: High School Diploma or equivalent and Accredited Paramedic Program Certification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/emt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">EMT<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_surgical_technologist\"><\/span><b>24.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/surgical-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Surgical Technologist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/Surgical-Tech2-Resized-scaled-e1700205652588.jpg\" alt=\"Certified Surgical Technologist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgical Technologists are essential operating room team members responsible for maintaining sterility, preparing equipment and assisting surgeons during procedures. They arrange instruments, hand them to the surgeon and manage supplies during surgeries. Surgical technologists also aid in post-surgical tasks like wound dressing and patient transfer.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/surgical-tech\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$35.91<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $74,693<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/surgical-tech\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,039<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $ 3,457<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-Secondary Certificate or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Associate Degree\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cst\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CST<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_certified_nursing_assistant\"><\/span><b>25.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/cna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Certified Nursing Assistant\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CNA-feeding-patient-Resized-scaled-e1700205698389.jpg\" alt=\"CNA feeding a patient\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) directly care for patients and aid the healthcare team. Their tasks encompass assisting with daily activities, transferring patients, conducting housekeeping duties and updating patient records. By ensuring patients are well-nourished, clean and comfortable in hygienic environments, CNAs enable nurses to focus on more complex care.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/cna\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$18.55<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $38,584<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $24<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/cna\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,022<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $1,605<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: High School Diploma or equivalent and State-Approved CNA Training Course<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CNA<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_recreational_therapist\"><\/span><b>26.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/recreational-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Recreational Therapist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7635\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Recreational-therapists-Resized-scaled-e1700206061909.jpg\" alt=\"Recreational therapist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recreational therapists improve the well-being of individuals with diverse health conditions through leisure activities. They design programs using arts, sports, music and games to address physical, cognitive, emotional and social needs. Their clients, spanning various ages and backgrounds, include those with disabilities, illnesses, injuries or mental health challenges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/recreational-therapist\/salary\/#Permanent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$44.25<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $92,040<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $58<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/recreational-therapist\/salary\/#Travel\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,779<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,043<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bachelor&#8217;s Degree<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nctrc.org\/new-applicants\/become-a-ctrs\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CTRS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_dosimetrist\"><\/span><b>27.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/dosimetrist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Dosimetrist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6986\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2.jpg\" alt=\"Radiation Therapy - Dosimetrist\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-555x370.jpg 555w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-1110x740.jpg 1110w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-591x394.jpg 591w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/Radiation-Therapy-Dosimetrist2-1182x788.jpg 1182w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dosimetrists are crucial in radiation oncology, creating and implementing patient-specific radiation treatment plans. They work under medical physicist and radiation oncologist supervision and use advanced computer technology to optimize treatment effectiveness while minimizing side effects. Their duties include measuring radiation exposure, educating patients on treatment plans and collaborating with the healthcare team.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/dosimetrist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$44.05<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $91,624<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $68<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/dosimetrist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,967<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,460<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bachelor of Science in Medical Dosimetry (Master\u2019s optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cmd\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CMD<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"28_pharmacist\"><\/span><b>28.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/pharmacist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Pharmacist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6701\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/04\/Pharmacist-iStock-1366465985-Resized.jpg\" alt=\"pharmacist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/04\/Pharmacist-iStock-1366465985-Resized.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/04\/Pharmacist-iStock-1366465985-Resized-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/04\/Pharmacist-iStock-1366465985-Resized-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/04\/Pharmacist-iStock-1366465985-Resized-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/04\/Pharmacist-iStock-1366465985-Resized-705x370.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmacists are medication specialists who dispense and ensure the safe use of prescribed drugs and work with physicians and patients. They also advise on over-the-counter medications, supervise pharmacy staff, manage records and collaborate with insurance companies. Some pharmacists administer vaccinations and conduct health screenings.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/pharmacist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$73.54<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $152,963<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/pharmacist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,653<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,000<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/nabp.pharmacy\/programs\/examinations\/naplex\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">NAPLEX<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"29_radiation_therapist\"><\/span><b>29.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/radiation-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Radiation Therapist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Radiation-Therapists-Resized-scaled-e1700206235695.jpg\" alt=\"Radiation therapist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiation Therapists are vital in cancer treatment, delivering radiation therapy to patients with precision. Collaborating closely with oncologists, they target cancer cells to minimize harm to healthy tissue. Job duties include operating radiation equipment, administering treatments, ensuring patient positioning, monitoring patients and maintaining records. It&#8217;s a career that directly impacts patient survival and quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/radiation-therapist\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$59.15<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $123,032<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $59<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/radiation-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,521<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,454<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Radiation Therapy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/t-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(T)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"font-style: normal;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"30_nuclear_medicine_technologist\"><\/span><b>30.\u00a0<\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/nuclear-medicine-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Nuclear Medicine Technologist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/Nuclear-Medicine-Post-Feature-Resized-scaled-e1700206291383.jpg\" alt=\"Nuclear Medicine Technologist\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuclear Medicine Technologists harness the power of radioactive materials to conduct diagnostic imaging procedures. Working closely with physicians, they contribute to diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, from cancer and heart disease to neurological disorders. By skillfully operating advanced imaging equipment, these professionals unveil intricate images of patient&#8217;s internal organs and tissues, offering invaluable insights into their overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/nuclear-medicine-tech\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$51.13<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $106,350<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Hourly Staff Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $67<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/nuclear-medicine-tech\/travel\/salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,525<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,053<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Education Requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Associate or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or related field<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Relevant Certifications:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cnmt-nmtcb\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CNMT (NMTCB<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-n-arrt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(N)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"#back-to-top\">Back to Top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>See what the future holds for these careers and more. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2025\/\">The Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers in 2025<\/a> to see the 21 healthcare careers poised to experience above-average job growth (above 6%) from 2023 to 2033.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re looking for a career that offers job security, diverse opportunities, competitive compensation and the chance to make a tangible difference, the healthcare sector is an obvious choice. Take the time to explore your interests and passions, research the educational and professional prerequisites for your chosen healthcare profession and consult with mentors and advisors for valuable guidance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Armed with this knowledge, you can confidently pursue your ideal healthcare role in a field that promises a bright and profoundly fulfilling future. Take a deeper dive into various healthcare professions with Vivian Health\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/#careerTools\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">career tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and choose a career that best suits your professional goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"background-color: #124e3b; color: #fdfeff; font-size: 20px; border-radius: 10px; padding: 15px; min-height: 30px; min-width: 120px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/browse-jobs\/landing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse Jobs<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Compare job growth, earnings and education requirements to find your ideal career.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":49,"featured_media":7628,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[18],"class_list":["post-7627","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-career-resources","tag-allhcp"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Healthcare-Career-Resized-scaled.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7627","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/49"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7627"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7627\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7628"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7627"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7627"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7627"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}