If you're the kind of person who enjoys caring for other people, now is the perfect time to check out the Health Science and Medical Technology career pathway. Wages and salaries are projected to increase by 27 percent through 2014, and employment is expected to account for about 3.6 million new jobs—19 percent of all jobs to be added to the economy by 2014. Most importantly, you'll get the satisfaction that comes from helping other people, and you'll be a part of one of the most in-demand fields around. Health Science and Medical Technology is a great pathway to choose!
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 Health Sciences How much can you make?
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Occupation
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Salary Range
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Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
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$41,000 - $72,200
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Dental Assistants
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$22,270 - $49,150
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Dental Hygienists
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$66,100 - $106,700
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
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$61,100 - $86,800
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Home Health Aides
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$18,900 - $25,300
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Massage Therapists
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$18,960 - $74,480
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Medical Assistants
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$24,500 - $36,700
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Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
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$32,300 - $47,900
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Medical Equipment Preparers
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$19,350 - $47,170
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Medical Secretaries
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$24,600 - $38,800
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Medical Transcriptionists
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$22,400 - $59,200
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Nursing Aides, Orderlies, and Attendants
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$19,350 - $37,460
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Occupational Therapist Aides
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$18,970 - $36,330
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Occupational Therapist Assistants
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$32,220 - $74,700
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Pharmacy Aides
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$17,470 - $34,010
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Physical Therapist Aides
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$17,470 - $34,010
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Physical Therapist Assistants
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$36,860 - $72,380
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Psychiatric Aides
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$18,920 - $36,360
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Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
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$50,200 - $76,500
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Respiratory Therapy Technicians
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$44,700 - $64,300
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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
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$17,490 - $39,710
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