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Dentists, All Other Specialists

Health Science $102.28 Doctoral or professional degree 4%  projected growth 200  annual job openings

All dentists not listed separately.

Dentists, General

Health Science $74.54 Doctoral or professional degree 8%  projected growth 4,300  annual job openings

Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

Dermatologists

Health Science $115.00 Doctoral or professional degree 5%  projected growth 13,400  annual job openings

Diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.

Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas

Architecture & Construction $24.62 No formal educational credential 30%  projected growth 1,500  annual job openings

Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.

Detectives and Criminal Investigators

Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security $41.48 High school diploma or equivalent 3%  projected growth 8,400  annual job openings

Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.

Dietetic Technicians

Health Science $16.33 Associate's degree 8%  projected growth 2,200  annual job openings

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

Dietitians and Nutritionists

Health Science $31.95 Bachelor's degree 11%  projected growth 5,900  annual job openings

Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.

Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Human Services $23.74 Bachelor's degree 2%  projected growth 17,400  annual job openings

Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $21.34 High school diploma or equivalent 34%  projected growth 4,900  annual job openings

Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $21.55 High school diploma or equivalent 4%  projected growth 18,700  annual job openings

Schedule and dispatch workers, work crews, equipment, or service vehicles for conveyance of materials, freight, or passengers, or for normal installation, service, or emergency repairs rendered outside the place of business. Duties may include using radio, telephone, or computer to transmit assignments and compiling statistics and reports on work progress.