To compile the list, CNNMoney and experts from PayScale.com looked at job growth prospects from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall job satisfaction from a PayScale.com survey, median pay for experienced workers and how big the field is, among other factors.
What resulted is a list of 100 jobs in America, including 15 in healthcare. The healthcare-related jobs are listed below, along with their rank on the list.
6. Quality assurance coordinator
7. Clinical applications specialist
8. Hospital administrator
16. Quality management director
44. Dentist
45. Radiologist
65. Patient/health educator
73. Primary care physician
74. Nursing instructor
86. Nursing home director
89. Pharmacy director
91. Clinical services director
93. Nursing manager
98. Occupational therapist
100. Anesthesiologist
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