25 Best Jobs of 2015

February 16, 2015 15:01

The majority of high-paying jobs in the United States are related to healthcare.

1. Dentist

Average salary: $146,340

Unemployment rate: 0.9%

Expected number of vacancies: 23,300

The best dentists know how to skillfully balance patient care with profitability. But before achieving that success, they must undergo rigorous technical and practical training.

2. Senior Nurse Practitioner

Average salary: $92,670 (per year)

Unemployment rate: 0.7%

Expected number of vacancies: 37,100

These individuals are permitted to work independently of doctors when treating patients, making this a highly attractive career choice.

3. Software Development

Average salary: $92,660

Unemployment rate: 2.7%

Expected number of vacancies: 139,900

Software developers can work in areas such as application development, software design, or systems development, building operating systems.

4. Doctor

Average salary: $186,850

Unemployment rate: 0.7%

Expected number of vacancies: 123,300

Doctors are at the top of the healthcare chain. Their responsibilities range from diagnosing and treating patients to advising on proper diet and hygiene practices.

5. Dental hygiene

Average salary: $71,110

Unemployment rate: 1.7%

Expected number of vacancies: 64,200

In addition to cleaning teeth, those working in this field also educate patients on proper oral hygiene. However, for many part-time dental hygienists, the actual average salary for this job can reach up to $70,000.

6. Physiotherapy

Average salary: $81,030

Unemployment rate: 1.5%

Expected number of vacancies: 73,500

Physiotherapy is described as encompassing the assistance of helping a paralyzed person regain normal movement or a cancer survivor improve their health. This profession is projected to grow by 36% in 2022, significantly faster than the average growth rate of all other industries.

7. Computer System Analysis

Average salary: $81,190

Unemployment rate: 3.5%

Expected employment rate: 127,700

Candidates with a business background will have a better chance of finding a position in this field, including advising organizations in need of IT systems and then coordinating the implementation of these systems.

8. Security information analysis

Average salary: $88,590

Unemployment rate: 3.5%

Expected number of vacancies: 27,400

If you've been following the news this year, you may have noticed the importance of this job to companies and governments. Computer cybersecurity analysts plan and monitor cybersecurity. This profession is projected to grow by 36.5% in 2022.

9. Nurse

Average salary: $66,220
Unemployment rate: 2.0%
Expected number of vacancies: 526,800

Nursing is an indispensable profession in healthcare. This year is no exception; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects growth in this field to be approximately 19.4% in 2022.

10. Physician Assistant

Average salary: $92,970

Unemployment rate: 1.4%

Expected number of vacancies: 33,300

Working under the supervision of a physician, a physician's duties include interpreting X-ray and blood test results, monitoring patient treatment, conducting routine tests, and treating various illnesses.

11. Web Development

Average salary: $63,160

Unemployment rate: 3.8%

Expected number of vacancies: 28,500

Their responsibility is to create beautifully designed fonts and build user-friendly interfaces on websites. This is considered one of the fastest-growing professions this decade.

12. Medical ultrasound diagnosis

Average salary: $66,410

Unemployment rate: 2.7%

Expected number of vacancies: 27,000

Professionals must possess the technical skills to use medical equipment, as well as the social understanding to provide information about fetal changes to expectant mothers and their families.

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