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Medical Records Specialists

Health Science $26.40 Postsecondary nondegree award 12%  projected growth 600  annual job openings

Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.

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Nursing Assistants

Health Science $17.45 Postsecondary nondegree award 18%  projected growth 5,520  annual job openings

Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff. Perform duties such as monitoring of health status, feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, or ambulation of patients in a health or nursing facility. May include medication administration and other health-related tasks. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants.

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Occupational Therapy Assistants

Health Science $35.24 Associate's degree 33%  projected growth 180  annual job openings

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.

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Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $28.25 Associate's degree 8%  projected growth 950  annual job openings

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

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Paramedics

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $29.45 Postsecondary nondegree award 14%  projected growth 510  annual job openings

Administer basic or advanced emergency medical care and assess injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals.

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Phlebotomists

Health Science $20.74 Postsecondary nondegree award 20%  projected growth 490  annual job openings

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

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Physical Therapist Assistants

Health Science $31.83 Associate's degree 32%  projected growth 430  annual job openings

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with state laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.

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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Education & Training $17.28 Associate's degree 41%  projected growth 1,650  annual job openings

Instruct preschool-aged students, following curricula or lesson plans, in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth.

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Psychiatric Technicians

Health Science $17.27 Postsecondary nondegree award 18%  projected growth 180  annual job openings

Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications.

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Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Health Science $36.00 Associate's degree 13%  projected growth 460  annual job openings

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

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