Pharmacists provide many valuable services to patients, such as filling medications, warning of potential side effects of medications, administering vaccines, and more. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for pharmacists in 2014 was $118,470, and the average hourly wage was $56.96. In this article (and video), you’ll learn the  job duties of […]

Tellers work in various financial institutions, and they are responsible for accurately processing routine transactions, providing customer service, and more. Some of the common duties include cashing checks, depositing money, and collecting loan payments. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for a bank teller in 2014 was $26,650, while the average […]

Surgical technologists (also called operating room techs, scrubs techs, or surgical assistants) assist healthcare professions during surgical operations. Surgical techs earn competitive salaries considering the relatively low education requirements, and they perform a variety of duties on the job. In this article, you’ll learn the job duties of a surgical tech (“a day in the life”), the education […]

Pediatricians are doctors who specialize in working with babies, children, and young adults, usually up to age 21. These doctors perform a variety of duties, including diagnosing and treating common childhood diseases or injuries. In this article, you’ll learn how to become a pediatrician, the average salary income for a pediatrician, the job duties, and […]

Veterinarians offer invaluable services to families, farmers, and many others. They care for the health of animals and work to improve public health. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Veterinarians are often a “jack of all trades” type of doctor. They will perform surgeries, dress wounds, prescribe […]

Ultrasound technicians, also known as diagnostic medical sonographers, operate special imaging equipment to create images of tissue or to conduct tests. These images are called sonograms or ultrasounds. Physicians use these image or test results to assess or diagnose medical conditions or to monitor a baby’s development in the womb. In this article (and video), […]

Medical transcriptionists create written reports by listening to recordings from doctors and other healthcare professionals. They also proofread reports and transcripts generated by speech recognition software programs, and they correct minor errors in those reports. In addition, medical transcriptionists assist in preparing medical histories, recording information into healthcare records, and more. In this article (and corresponding […]

EMTs and Paramedics offer life-saving services in emergency situations. These individuals are often the first to the scene of an accident, and they are one of the heroes of the healthcare industry. EMTs and Paramedics typically respond to 911 or emergency calls, and they work alongside firefighters and police officers. In this article (and video), […]

Medical assistants, also called MAs, complete various administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners. The majority of medical assistants work in the offices of physicians, but some also work in hospitals, outpatient care centers, and more. In this article (and video), you’ll learn the average medical assistant salary for each state, […]

Nuclear medicine technologists, also called “nuke med techs,”  use scanners to create images of various areas of a patient’s body. They may work in specialized areas such as cardiac stress labs, where they prepare radioactive drugs and administer them to patients undergoing the scans or cardiac testing. These radioactive drugs enable healthcare professionals to examine the body with much […]

Physical therapist assistants (usually referred to as PTAs) work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. They are very “hands on” and help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage (or minimize) pain. In this article (and video), you’ll learn about the job duties, education requirements, likes and dislikes, and […]

Respiratory therapists provide specialized care for patients who have trouble breathing. Their patients often suffer from serious respiratory disease, such as asthma or emphysema. Their patients range from premature infants with lung problems to elderly patients who have diseased lungs. Respiratory therapists are also called on to provide care during emergency situations, such as in a code blue. […]

How much money does an x-ray tech make? What are the education requirements? Those are all great questions. In this article (and video), you’ll learn the job overview and duties of an x-ray tech (also called a radiologic technologist), as well as the education requirements and salary overview. This page also contains detailed salary information […]

How much money does a primary care physician (PCP) make per year? Primary care physicians work with the general population to prevent, diagnose, and treat a wide range of diseases and injuries. These individuals are your “first line of defense” when it comes to health issues. In this article and video, you’ll learn the job […]

How much money does a pharmacy tech make? What does a pharmacy technician do on the job? What are the education requirements to become a pharmacy tech. This article will provide a general job overview for pharmacy techs, as well as the education requirements and detailed state salary information. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, […]

How much money does a physical therapist make? What does a physical therapist do on the job? What are the education requirements to become a physical therapist. This article will provide a general job overview of physical therapy, as well as the education requirements and detailed salary statistics. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, […]

How much money does an occupational therapy aide make per year? What are the education requirements for becoming an occupational therapy aide? What does an aide do in this occupation? This article will discuss the job overview and reveal salary information for this profession. Occupational therapy aides assist occupational therapy assistants and therapists with various […]

How much money do occupational therapists make per year? What does an occupational therapist do on the job? What are the education requirements to become an occupational therapist? This article will provide a general job overview, as well as detailed salary statistics. Occupational therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of […]

How much money does an occupational therapist assistant make on the job? What are the education requirements to become an occupational therapist assistant? What does an occupational therapist assistant actually do? Those are all great questions! Occupational therapy assistants help patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. They are directly involved […]

How much money does a surgeon make per year or per hour? Do surgeons make a good income? What are the education requirements to become a surgeon? These are all great questions, and this article will provide you with an overview of a surgeon’s education requirements and average income level. Surgeons operate on patients to treat […]

How much money does a dental assistant make (per year or per hour)? Furthermore, what does a dental assistant actually do on a daily basis, and what are the education requirements to become a dental assistant? I’ll address these questions in this article (and video), which is a continuation of a series on other salaries within […]

How much money does a dental hygienist make? What are the education requirements? What does a dental hygienist do on a daily basis? These are all great questions. In a continuing series on other healthcare salaries, we’re going to take a look at dental hygienists. Dental hygienists clean teeth, examine patients for signs of oral […]

How much money does a dentist make per year or per hour? That’s a great question. In a continuation of our series on healthcare salaries, we’ll examine the salary and hourly wages for a general dentist. Dentists can make very competitive salaries, and some dentists even earn more money than some doctors. There are up […]

How much money does an anesthesiologist make each year? Anesthesiologists are physicians who administer anesthetics prior to, during, or after surgery, or other medical procedures. This is a very serious job, as the slightest mistake in administering anesthesia could have deadly consequences for a patient. Anesthesiologists make up a very important part of the healthcare […]

Phlebotomists can earn reasonable salaries for the training required. The duties of a phlebotomists includes drawing blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. They often explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions. This not a job you want if you have a fear of needles, or if […]

A home health aide is one of the entry level healthcare positions. Home health aides provide routine individualized healthcare such as changing bandages and dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities. They often work directly in the patient’s home or in a care facility. Home health aides also monitor or report changes […]