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Healthcare careers

Explore clinical, technical, and healthcare support careers. Compare the qualifying program, patient contact, and work setting as well as the national figures.

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70 careers · Sorted by annual openings · Page 4 of 6

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Healthcare

Veterinarian

2025 median pay
$130,100
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
9.4%
Annual openings
3,100

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Family Medicine Physicians

2025 median pay
$244,180
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
3.3%
Annual openings
2,900

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Chiropractors

2025 median pay
$79,200
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
8.7%
Annual openings
2,600

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Athletic Trainers

2025 median pay
$62,520
Entry credential
Master's degree
2025–2035 growth
12.7%
Annual openings
2,400

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Nurse Anesthetists

2025 median pay
$236,590
Entry credential
Master's degree
2025–2035 growth
9.7%
Annual openings
2,400

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Optometrists

2025 median pay
$136,570
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
9.5%
Annual openings
2,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Exercise Physiologists

2025 median pay
$59,460
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
12.8%
Annual openings
1,400

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Recreational Therapists

2025 median pay
$61,960
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
4.8%
Annual openings
1,400

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Anesthesiologists

2025 median pay
$391,490
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
3.6%
Annual openings
1,100

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Pediatricians, General

2025 median pay
$210,040
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
1.5%
Annual openings
1,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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