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Health Care Career Trends
Lenora Cook, RN, MSN, PhDJohnson County Community CollegeDean, Health Care Professions & Wellness [email protected]
Facts & Statistics The population of Kansas is projected to grow 14% between 2010 and
2040. During this time the 20 to 64 years of age will grow only 6%
2010 1.66 million 2040 1.76 million
The over 65 age group will increase by 71% 2010 354,717 2040 606,257Source: Center for Economic Development & Business Research at Wichita State University, retrieved October 21, 2013.
Demand for more healthcare professionals Increase number of elderly individuals New developments for the treatment of more medical conditions
Within the healthcare professions 2 occupations are expected to add a substantial number of jobs Registered nurses – increase by 711,900 Home health aides – increase by 06,300
Source: Career Guide to Industries, 2012 Edition BLS, retrieved October 21, 2013.
Facts & StatisticsIn addition to the increase need we
will also see healthcare professionals retiring and leaving the workplace.
In fact, between now and 2020 5.6 million health workers will be needed to fill new jobs and to replace workers who leave their jobs across all employment sectors.
Source: Career Guide to Industries, 2012 Edition BLS, retrieved October 21, 2013
Top Projected Health Care Related Growth Occupations for the Kansas City area, 2012-2017 Nursing Aides…HS or equivalent -->Post-
secondary Licensed Practical Nurses…Post-secondaryRegistered Nurses…Associate’s DegreeDental Hygienists…Associate’s DegreeRadiologic Technologists…Associate’s DegreeMedical Records & Health Information…
Associate’sClinical Laboratory Technicians…Associate’sRespiratory Therapists…Associate’sVeterinary Technologists…Associate’s
Local Medical Center’s Top 10 Most Difficult to Fill Medical Records Coder –& Health Information
Technologist Histology TechnicianHome Health AideCertified Operating RoomElectroneurodiagnostic TechnologistCath Lab TechnologistEcho/Vascular /ECG TechnologistOccupational TherapistPhysical Therapist
January 2009 Data
Operating Room Technician
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Electroneurodiagnostic (EEG) Technologist – Coming to JCCC in Fall 2015 – pending approval
Occupational Therapist
Cath Lab/ Echo/ECG Technicians
Physical Therapy
NursesParamedics
Practical NursingDental Asst.
Dental HygienistPharmacy Tech.
Medical Asst.Physical Therapists
Physician AsstGenetic Conselors
Physical Therapy AsstOccupational Therapy Asst.
Diagnostic Medical SonographerHome Health AidePersonal Care Aide
Ind. Psychologist
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60%0.19
0.230.25
0.290.30.32
0.350.360.380.410.41
0.430.460.480.49
0.53% Increase of Jobs Nationwide
Industrial Organizational PsychologistStudy cognitive, emotional, and social processes and human behavior. An Industrial Organizational Psychologist observes how people relate to one another and their organizational environment.
53% increase in job openings$83,850 annual salary
Home Care AidesPersonal Care Home HealthHelp clients with self-
care and everyday tasks, and provide companionship
49 % increase in jobs$19,910 annual salary
Help people who are disabled, chronically ill, or cognitively impaired by checking their vital signs, changing dressings, and assist with medication under the direction of a nurse or other healthcare practitioner.
48% increase in jobs$20,820 annual salary
Diagnostic Medical Sonography 46% increase in jobs
Occupational Therapy Assistants help patients with therapeutic activities
43% increase in jobs - $53,240 annual salary
Physical Therapist Assistants help patients regain movement and manage pain
41% Increase in jobs $ 52,160 annual salary
Genetic Counselor 41% increase
Physician Assistant 38% increase
Medical Assistant35% increase
Pharmacy Technician 32% increase
Assist physicians to care for patients in the clinic or outpatient setting by changing dressings, drawing blood, taking electrocardiogram and vital signs.
Help licensed pharmacists dispense prescription medication to customers or health professionals.
Dental Hygiene 30% increase in jobs
Dental Clinic on CampusOral Health On Wheels
Dental Assistant 29% increase
Paramedic/Mobile Intensive Care Technician (MICT ) 23% IncreaseParamedics administer advanced life support treatment in emergency situations and transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities. Paramedics receive about 2,000 hours of training.
Registered Nursing 19% increase
Practical Nursing 25% increase
Respiratory Care
Advances in technology and training are allowing respiratory therapists to take on more patient-care responsibility, acting as a physician extender in the growing field of respiratory care
Questions?
Thank you for your interest in healthcare.
Dr. Lenora Cook