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This is the industry for those who thrive on helping others. It’s not just about doctors — it’s about all the people who support health care, like researchers, technicians, nurses and therapists. These professionals develop treatments, provide diagnostic and therapeutic services, manage health informatics, and conduct research — all to enhance patient care and improve their quality of life.

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Career Pathways

  • Biotechnology Research and Development
  • Diagnostic Services
  • Therapeutic Services

Common Majors To Study

  • Nursing
  • Biological Sciences
  • Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
  • Audiology
  • Hygienist
  • Dietetics
  • Pathology
  • Radiology
  • Pharmacy
  • Phlebotomy

In-Demand Jobs in This Industry

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Health Science

Nurse Anesthetists

Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

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Median Salary

208,000

Job Outlook

+40%
Health Science

Nurse Midwives

Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.

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Median Salary

129,650

Job Outlook

+40%
Health Science

Nurse Practitioners

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.

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Median Salary

126,260

Job Outlook

+40%
Health Science

Medical and Health Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

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Median Salary

110,680

Job Outlook

+29%
Health Science

Physician Assistants

Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

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Median Salary

130,020

Job Outlook

+28%
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Captain, Air Force
Flight Nurse
Keeping medical environments sanitary, protected from pathogens and ready at a moment’s notice works the same on a massive Air Force cargo plane as it does in a hospital. Just ask Philipa. As a flight nurse who cares for patients as they move between the flight environment and medical facilities on the ground, she would know better than anyone.
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Military Jobs in This Industry

In many ways, finding and excelling at a job in the Military is the same as finding one anywhere else. Here you can explore those opportunities in greater detail.

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Health Science

Military Dietitians

Dietitians are experts in human nutrition and the regulation of diet. In the Military, they are responsible for managing medical food service facilities, identifying nutrition problems, developing diet plans, and counseling patients on special diet modifications.

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Median Salary

82,039

Job Outlook

+1%
Health Science

Military Medical Record Technicians

Medical record technicians perform a variety of medical administrative duties that provide support to health-related services and medical departments. They are responsible for maintaining patient medical records and preparing requests for diagnostic tests and referrals. They monitor long-term patient data and audit completed records and forms for administrative and technical accuracy. They process patient admission to medical facilities and they schedule patients for medical board action.

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Median Salary

84,858

Job Outlook

+1%
Health Science

Military Orthodontists

Using the latest equipment and techniques, orthodontists examine, diagnose, treat, or prescribe treatment of the growing and mature dentofacial structures, to include movement of teeth. They often use braces and aligners to set service members’ and their family members’ teeth.

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Median Salary

120,844

Job Outlook

0%
Health Science

Military Prosthodontists

Prosthodontists specialize in treating and handling dental and facial problems that involve restoring missing tooth and jaw structures. They are highly trained in cosmetics, dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, temporomandibular disorders (TMJ/TMD), and more.

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Median Salary

124,645

Job Outlook

0%
Health Science

Military Endodontists

Endodontists are dentists who specialize in maintaining teeth through endodontic therapy, including procedures that involve the soft inner tissue of the teeth, called the pulp. Utilizing the latest methods and equipment, they examine, diagnose, and treat tooth abnormalities and disease. Root canal therapy is the most common treatment performed by endodontists.

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Median Salary

124,299

Job Outlook

0%
1/5

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