{"id":8814,"date":"2024-11-26T15:00:33","date_gmt":"2024-11-26T15:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/?p=8814"},"modified":"2024-12-09T23:03:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T23:03:49","slug":"fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/career-resources\/fastest-growing-healthcare-careers-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"The Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You like the idea of helping others in a healthcare job\u2013using your mind, hands and heart to help patients find an improved quality of life. Fortunately for you, the demand for healthcare professionals is constantly rising due to a growing population of older adults and the need to replace retiring professionals. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects an estimated 1.9 million healthcare job openings annually over the next several years. Choosing a career in healthcare remains a stable and potentially lucrative choice. However, job growth rates vary considerably among healthcare professions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"back-to-top\"><b>The 21 Fastest Growing Healthcare Careers in 2025<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This career guide spotlights 21 healthcare careers poised to experience above-average job growth (above 6%) from 2023 to 2033. For each career listed, we share <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/home.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">projected career growth from the BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the average and highest salary rates available for staff and travel jobs based on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vivian Health\u2019s salary data<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> obtained on November 18, 2024. We determined annual staff salaries by multiplying the average hourly rate by a 40-hour workweek and 52 weeks a year. The list also includes education requirements and relevant certifications to provide additional requirements for starting a career in each field.<\/span><\/p>\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-2025\/#1_nurse_practitioner\" >1. Nurse Practitioner<\/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-2025\/#2_physician_assistant\" >2. Physician Assistant<\/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-2025\/#_3_occupational_therapist_assistant\" >\u00a03. Occupational Therapist Assistant<\/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-2025\/#4_home_health_aide\" >4. Home Health Aide\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#5_physical_therapy_assistant\" >5. Physical Therapy Assistant<\/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-2025\/#6_speech-language_pathologist\" >6. Speech-Language Pathologist\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#7_ultrasound_technologist\" >7. Ultrasound Technologist<\/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-2025\/#8_medical_assistant\" >8. Medical Assistant<\/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-2025\/#9_physical_therapist\" >9. Physical 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-2025\/#10_respiratory_therapist\" >10. Respiratory Therapist\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#11_occupational_therapist\" >11. Occupational 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-2025\/#12_audiologist\" >12. Audiologist<\/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-2025\/#13_certified_registered_nurse_anesthetist\" >13. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#14_phlebotomist\" >14. Phlebotomist\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-2025\/#15_registered_dietitian\" >15. Registered Dietitian\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#16_nurse_midwife\" >16. Nurse Midwife\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#17_surgical_technologist\" >17. Surgical Technologist\u00a0<\/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-2025\/#18_registered_nurse\" >18. Registered Nurse<\/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-2025\/#19_paramedic\" >19. Paramedic\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-2025\/#20_radiology_technologist\" >20. Radiology Technologist<\/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-2025\/#21_mri_technologist\" >21. MRI Technologist\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_nurse_practitioner\"><\/span><b>1. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/nurse-practitioner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Nurse Practitioner<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7581\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/11\/Nurse-Practitioner-Jobs-Resized-scaled-e1731462804896.jpg\" alt=\"Nurse Practitioner Jobs\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who provides primary and specialty healthcare services. They can diagnose and treat illnesses, order tests, prescribe medications and focus on preventive care. NPs often work independently or alongside physicians to manage patient care. NP positions are rapidly increasing to address the national shortage of primary care physicians.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">46%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$83.41<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $173,493<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $121<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,561<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,284<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelor of Science in Nursing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) &amp; Master of Science in Nursing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a>) <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctor of Nursing Practice<\/span> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/dnp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">DNP<\/span><\/a>)<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/a-gnp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">AGNP<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/fnp-c\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">FNP-C<\/span><\/a><b> \/<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/fnp-bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">FNP-BC<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/agpcnp-bc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_physician_assistant\"><\/span><b>2. <a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/physician-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Physician Assistant<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><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-e1732588306388.jpg\" alt=\"Physician assistant specialties\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Physician Assistant (PA) is a medical professional who works under a physician&#8217;s supervision to diagnose and treat patients. PAs can also conduct physical exams, prescribe medications and assist in surgeries. PAs play a critical role in expanding access to healthcare. Like NPs, PA demand is high due to a shortage of primary care doctors.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/physician-assistant\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$87.15<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $181,272<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $105<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master\u2019s degree from recognized PA program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/pance-nccpa\/\" target=\"_blank\" 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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_3_occupational_therapist_assistant\"><\/span><b>\u00a03. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/occupational-therapist-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Occupational Therapist Assistant<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><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-e1732588360319.jpg\" alt=\"Occupational therapist\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) helps patients develop or regain daily living and working skills. They work under the direction of occupational therapists, often using therapeutic exercises and activities. OTAs make therapy sessions fun and engaging while supporting patient progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist-assistant\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$42.15<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $87,672<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $48<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,456<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,400<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><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;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relevant Certifications: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_home_health_aide\"><\/span><b>4. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/cna\/home-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Home Health Aide<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8379\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/CNA-or-HHA-Preparing-Meal-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1719885775646.jpg\" alt=\"CNA or HHA preparing a meal at a patient's home\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home Health Aides (HHAs) provide essential personal care services to individuals in their homes. They assist with tasks like bathing, dressing and meal preparation, often supporting elderly or disabled patients. Their compassionate care helps patients maintain independence. Home health aides may be certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in some states, while others have separate uncertified HHA roles.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/cna\/home-health\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$15.25<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $31,720<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $17<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school diploma or equivalent \/ Home health<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> training program (may be required)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_physical_therapy_assistant\"><\/span><b>5. <\/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><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8426\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/Physical-therapist-with-trainee-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1721614546753.jpg\" alt=\"Physical therapist with trainee\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) helps physical therapists implement treatment plans to improve patients&#8217; mobility and manage pain. They guide patients through exercises and monitor their progress. PTAs play an important role in rehabilitation and recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapy-assistant\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$34.85<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $72,488<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $40<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapy-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,470<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,600<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Associate of Science in Physical Therapy Assisting\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/npte-fsbpt\/\" target=\"_blank\" 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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_speech-language_pathologist\"><\/span><b>6. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/speech-language-pathologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Speech-Language Pathologist<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/SLP-working-with-patient-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1729612732385.jpg\" alt=\"speech language pathologist working with young patient\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats speech, language and swallowing disorders. They work with patients of all ages to improve communication and quality of life. SLPs often collaborate with other healthcare professionals in schools and clinics.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/speech-language-pathologist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$51.83<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $107,806<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $66<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/speech-language-pathologist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,173<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,000<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/ccc-slp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_ultrasound_technologist\"><\/span><b>7. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/ultrasound-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Ultrasound Technologist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8233\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/05\/Sonographer-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1732588664577.jpg\" alt=\"Sonography tech or ultrasound tech with young patient\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Ultrasound Technologist, also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer, performs diagnostic imaging using ultrasound equipment. They capture detailed images to help physicians diagnose conditions. This role combines technical skills with patient care.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/ultrasound-tech\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$47.05<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $97,864<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $69<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/ultrasound-tech\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,472<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,959<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><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;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-s-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(S)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/vs-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T (VS)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acs-cci\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACS<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rcs-cci\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RCS<\/span><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/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=\"8_medical_assistant\"><\/span><b>8. <a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/medical-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Medical Assistant<\/a><\/b><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-e1732588824426.jpg\" alt=\"Medical assistant\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Assistants provide administrative and clinical support in healthcare settings. They take vital signs, assist with exams and manage patient records, ensuring smooth operations in clinics and offices.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/medical-assistant\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$23.74<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $49,379<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $25<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/medical-assistant\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,191<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $1,308<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school diploma or equivalent \/ <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certification (if required by the state or employer)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CMA<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rma-amt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">RMA-AMT<\/span><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/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=\"9_physical_therapist\"><\/span><b>9. <\/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-8717\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/Feature-Physical-Therapist-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1729288202756.jpg\" alt=\"Physical therapist working with young patient\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Therapists (PTs) are experts in movement with advanced training who assist patients in recovering from injuries, surgeries or chronic conditions. They create personalized treatment plans to restore mobility and alleviate pain. PTs empower patients to reach their physical goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$52.42<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $109,034<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $69<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/physical-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,177<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,400<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctor of Physical Therapy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/dpt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">DPT<\/span><\/a>)<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/ocs-abpts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">OCS<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/scs-abpts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">SCS<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/aota-bcpr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_respiratory_therapist\"><\/span><b>10. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/respiratory-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Respiratory Therapist<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Respiratory-Therapist-with-child2-Resized-scaled-e1732588900174.jpg\" alt=\"Respiratory Therapist\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Respiratory Therapist (RT) specializes in treating patients with breathing disorders. They manage ventilators, administer oxygen therapy and educate patients with chronic respiratory conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Their expertise is crucial in critical care settings. RTs must be registered and\/or certified to obtain licensure in 49 states.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/respiratory-therapist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$41.16<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $85,613<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $56<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/respiratory-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,931<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,428<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><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;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/crt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">CRT<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_occupational_therapist\"><\/span><b>11. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/occupational-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Occupational Therapist<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/Occupational-Therapist3-scaled-e1732588950197.jpg\" alt=\"travel occupational therapy jobs\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Occupational Therapist (OT) helps individuals regain or develop skills needed for daily activities. They design therapy plans to address physical, emotional or developmental challenges that interfere with patients\u2019 ability to engage in meaningful activities or occupations. OTs aim to enhance patients&#8217; independence and quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$50.75<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $105,560<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $67<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/occupational-therapist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,110<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,200<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accredited program in Occupational Therapy &amp; Master\u2019s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/otr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_audiologist\"><\/span><b>12. <\/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-e1732588986279.jpg\" alt=\"Audiologist performing ear exam\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Audiologist diagnoses and treats patients\u2019 hearing and balance disorders. They fit patients with hearing aids and provide therapy for hearing loss. Audiologists work with people of all ages to improve their auditory health.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/audiologist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$50.70<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $105,456<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $62<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/therapy\/audiologist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,933<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,920<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctor of Audiology or PhD in Audiology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/ccc-a\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_certified_registered_nurse_anesthetist\"><\/span><b>13. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist\u00a0<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6344\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CRNA-surgery-Resized.jpg\" alt=\"Travel CRNA during an operation\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CRNA-surgery-Resized.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CRNA-surgery-Resized-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CRNA-surgery-Resized-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CRNA-surgery-Resized-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/01\/CRNA-surgery-Resized-705x370.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is an APRN who administers anesthesia and monitors patients during surgeries or procedures. These nurses work closely with surgeons and other medical professionals. CRNAs are highly trained and play a key role in pain management. They\u2019re among the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/money-taxes\/top-paying-aprn-specialties\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">highest-paid nursing professionals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$124.22<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $258,378<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $145<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$7,622<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $8,680<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &amp; Master\u2019s or Doctoral Degree in Nurse Anesthesia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/nbcrna\/\" target=\"_blank\" 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=\"14_phlebotomist\"><\/span><b>14. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/phlebotomist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Phlebotomist<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><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-e1732589060315.jpg\" alt=\"Phlebotomist doing blood test\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Phlebotomist draws blood from patients for testing or donation. They ensure samples are collected safely and labeled correctly. This role requires precision and a steady hand.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/phlebotomist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$17.54<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $36,483<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $24<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/phlebotomist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,784<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,402<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school diploma or equivalent &amp; Phlebotomy Training Program\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/pbt-ascp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">PBT-ASCP<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rpt-amt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_registered_dietitian\"><\/span><b>15. <\/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 style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><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-e1732589092564.jpg\" alt=\"Dietitian\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) specializes in nutrition and helps patients develop healthy eating habits. They create personalized meal plans to manage medical conditions or improve overall health. RDs often work in hospitals, schools and private practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/rdcd-dietician\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$43.95<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $91,416<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $51<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/rdcd-dietician\/salary\/#travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,074<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $2,882<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Dietetics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rd-rdn-cdr\/\" target=\"_blank\" 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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_nurse_midwife\"><\/span><b>16. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/nurse-practitioner\/midwife\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Nurse Midwife<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5815\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/11\/Midwife3-Resized-scaled-e1732589133809.jpg\" alt=\"Nurse midwife salary guide\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Nurse Midwife is an APRN who provides prenatal, childbirth and postpartum care to women. These nurses support natural birth processes and can manage low-risk pregnancies. Nurse midwives are skilled in both clinical and emotional care.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nurse-practitioner\/midwife\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$82.51<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $171,621<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $105<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> N\/A<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&amp;<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(required)<\/span><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/dnp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">DNP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cnm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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=\"17_surgical_technologist\"><\/span><b>17. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/surgical-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Surgical Technologist<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8152\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/Surgical-technologist-resized-scaled-e1732589189202.jpg\" alt=\"Surgical Technologist\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Surgical Technologist assists surgeons during operations by preparing the operating room, sterilizing equipment and passing instruments. Their attention to detail is critical in the operating room to ensure surgeries run smoothly and safely.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/surgical-tech\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$36.13<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $75,150<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $54<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/surgical-tech\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,887<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $3,360<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-Secondary Certificate or Associate Degree<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/cst\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_registered_nurse\"><\/span><b>18. <a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registered Nurse<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/05\/Two-nurses-with-patient-iStock-Resized-1-scaled-e1732589411693.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care, administers medications and educates patients about their health. RNs work in various settings, such as hospitals, clinics and schools. Their role is essential in promoting patient wellness. RNs comprise the largest portion of the healthcare workforce in the U.S., with nearly 3.5 million individuals employed in this role (per <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/healthcare\/registered-nurses.htm#tab-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS data<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in May 2023).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$43.70<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $90,896<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $58<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/nursing\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,174<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $5,350<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/asn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ASN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (required) \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bsn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (preferred) \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/msn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">MSN<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/acls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ACLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ Additional certifications based on specialty<\/span><\/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=\"19_paramedic\"><\/span><b>19. <\/b><a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/paramedic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Paramedic<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><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-e1732589315821.jpg\" alt=\"Paramedic or EMT\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paramedics provide advanced emergency medical care during critical situations. They stabilize patients, perform life-saving procedures and transport them to hospitals. Paramedics often serve as the first responders in emergencies, working in various settings such as ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals and flight crews.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/paramedic\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$27.69<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $57,959<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $31<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/paramedic\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$1,481<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $1,498<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><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;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/bls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">BLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/emt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">EMT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/aemt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">AEMT<\/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=\"20_radiology_technologist\"><\/span><b>20.<\/b> <a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/radiology-technologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Radiology Technologist<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8691\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/10\/Radiology-or-X-Ray-Technologist-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1728419846729.jpg\" alt=\"Radiology or X-Ray Technologist\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Radiology Technologists perform diagnostic imaging procedures like X-rays and CT scans. They work with radiologists to capture accurate images for diagnosis. Their role combines technical expertise with patient interaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/radiology-technologist\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$41.22<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $85,748<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $61<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/radiology-technologist\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,318<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,674<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accredited Radiologic Technology Program<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-r-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(R)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-mri-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(MRI)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/m-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(M)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-vi-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><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><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_mri_technologist\"><\/span><b>21.<\/b> <a style=\"color: #006400;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/mri-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>MRI Technologist<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/MRI-Tech-iStock-Resized-scaled-e1726506496499.jpg\" alt=\"MRI Technologist\" width=\"800\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MRI Technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging machines to create detailed internal images of the body. They guide patients through the process and ensure accurate results, helping doctors diagnose and treat various conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Percentage of Growth: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6%<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Hourly Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/mri-tech\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$47.69<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Annual Salary:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $99,195<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Hourly Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $61<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/allied-health\/mri-tech\/travel\/salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">$2,574<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Highest Weekly Travel Rate:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $4,092<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Education Requirements: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Associate or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Radiologic Technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Relevant Certifications: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/armrit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">ARMRIT<\/span><\/a><b> \/ <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/certifications\/rt-mri-arrt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">R.T.(MRI)(ARRT)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Discover Diverse Healthcare Career Opportunities with Vivian<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the 21 fast-growing careers on our list, Vivian provides job listings for various other healthcare roles posted by top recruiters and health systems. While the BLS projects that some healthcare roles will have below-average growth in the coming years, many still offer excellent opportunities for career advancement. The BLS projects:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5% growth for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/pharmacist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Pharmacist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/cardiovascular-technologist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Cardiovascular Technologist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/dosimetrist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Dosimetrist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> roles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4% growth in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/cna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Certified Nursing Assistant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/therapy\/recreational-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Recreational Therapist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> jobs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3% growth for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/lpn-lvn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Licensed Practical Nurse<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vivian.com\/explore\/allied-health\/radiation-therapist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">Radiation Therapist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> positions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re diving into a new role or exploring different options, we\u2019re here to help. At Vivian Health, we\u2019re excited to help you find the healthcare job you\u2019ve always dreamed of. 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