In Demand Job: Medical Laboratory Professional

The Medical Laboratory Professional is always an in-demand job. In fact, the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) reports that there's an average 7-8% gap between job vacancies and qualified medical lab personnel. Demand for medical laboratory personnel in the United States is expected to spike in the next 12-18 months, fueled by over 30 million people set to gain insurance as a result of the Affordable Care Act coupled with more aging Baby Boomers demanding laboratory services and a growing trend of patient self-advocacy as a result of information available online.

With an average salary of $63,000 a year it's a pretty appealing career!

Siemen's Healthcare Diagnostics is deeply committed to educating individuals interested in pursuing careers in the field and even have a scholarship program in partnership with the ASCP. I'd rank it #3. Given all the changes upcoming in the healthcare industry as a result of legislation, an aging population and other factors, the opportunities will just continue to grow. We often don't think of it as a hot career but it's so critical to the success of all medical practices, just more behind the scenes. Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is one of the top employers in the field as well and offer a scholarship for students interested in the field.