According the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the fastest growing
occupations occurring between 2000 and 2012 are:
Medical assistants
Network systems and data communications analysts
Physician assistants
Social and human service assistants
Home health aides
Medical records and health information technicians
Physical therapist aides
Computer software engineers, applications
Computer software engineers, systems software
Physical therapist assistants
Fitness trainers and aerobics instructors
Database administrators
Veterinary technologists and technicians
Hazardous materials removal workers
Dental hygienists
Occupational therapist aides
Dental assistants
Personal and home care aides
Self-enrichment education teachers
Computer systems analysts
In an ongoing series, the Galt Global Review will look at these
occupations in more detail regarding what the job entails, the
knowledge and necessary skills required, as well as education and
salary information.
Computer software engineers, applications
Computer software engineers design, develop and modify software
systems; correct errors with existing software; improve software
performance, analyze user needs, coordinate software system installation
and monitor the functioning of equipment.
Analyzing information plays a large role in the job of a computer
software engineer. It is the engineer who recommends and plans
computer specifications and layouts, and who supervises the work
of programmers, technologists and technicians.
Considerable preparation is needed for this occupation. To become
a computer software engineer requires a minimum of two to four
years in a work-related experience, on-the-job training and/or
vocational training. Post-secondary education is required, often
a bachelor’s degree.
Average Salary: 83,223 (US)
Source: THE Salary Guide™ : hosted by The
Personnel Department at http://www.tpdsg.com/
Required Knowledge Includes:
Computers and Electronics
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics
Telecommunications
English Language
Design
Required Skills Include:
Programming
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Active Learning
Troubleshooting
Judgment and Decision Making
Technology Design
Reading Comprehension
Operations Analysis
Systems Analysis
Physician Assistant
Under supervision, a Physician Assistant provides healthcare services
typically performed by a physician. Tasks can include: conducting
complete physicals; providing treatment; and counseling patients.
Physician Assistants are required to administer and interpret
diagnostic test results (x-rays, electrocardiograms and lab tests)
and to make diagnoses, with physician approval, regarding treatment
of patients. They perform injections, immunizations and wound care,
as well as providing physicians with assistance during surgery
or complicated medical procedures. Supervising and coordinating
technicians and technical assistants is another facet of the job,
as well as visiting patients on hospital rounds, updating charts,
ordering therapy and reporting back to the physician.
To be employed in this field, one must graduate from an accredited
educational program for physician assistants.Education requires
post-secondary training and a minimum of two to four years in a
work-related experience, on-the-job training
and/or vocational training.
Average Salary: 77,076 (US);
Source: THE Salary Guide™ :
hosted by The Personnel Department at www.tpdsg.com/
Required knowledge includes:
Medicine and Dentistry
Biology
Chemistry
Psychology
Therapy and Counseling
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Required skills include:
Active listening and learning
Effective communication and comprehension skills
Critical thinking
Coordinating
Time management
Judgment and decision-making
Scientific skills
Writing
Physical Therapist Assistant:
Physical Therapist Assistants help Physical Therapists carry
out therapy treatments and procedures. They are required to instruct
and assist patients as they practice exercises and functional activities.
A Physical Therapist will administer active and passive manual
therapeutic exercises, massage and treatments such as ultrasound.
They observe patients during treatment and put together data on
patients’ progress, which they report back to the Physical
Therapist. Other job requirements include fitting patients for
orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices. Transporting
patients and monitoring equipment are also tasks, which are the
responsibility of the Assistant.
Medium preparation is needed to become a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of
training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training
with experienced workers.
Average Salary: 44,721 (US)
Source: THE Salary Guide™ :
hosted by The Personnel Department at www.tpdsg.com/
Required Knowledge Includes:
Therapy and Counseling
Education and Training
English Language
Customer and Personal Service
Medicine and Dentistry
Psychology
Public Safety and Security
Required Skills Include:
Active listening
Instructing
Reading Comprehension
WritingTime Management
Critical Thinking
Communication Skills
Social awareness and perceptiveness
Service Orientation
Active Learning
Veterinary Technologists’ and Technicians
A Veterinary Technologist and Technician performs medical tests
to treat and diagnosis diseases in animals. Job tasks include: administering
anesthesia to animals; care for and monitor the condition of animals
recovering from surgery; preparation and administering of medications,
vaccines, serums, and treatments; performing laboratory tests; cleaning
and sterilizing instruments, equipment, and materials; providing
veterinarians with the correct equipment and instruments; filling
prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers; performing
dental work and providing information and counseling on animal health
care, behavior problems and nutrition.
Post-secondary education and training is needed to become a Veterinary
Technologist and Technician. Employees in these occupations usually
need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience
and informal training with experienced workers.
Average Salary: 48,460 (Australia & Canada); 30,989 (US)
Source: THE Salary Guide™ :
hosted by The Personnel Department at www.tpdsg.com/
Required Knowledge Includes:
Customer and Personal Service
Biology
Mathematics
English Language
Medicine and Dentistry
Clerical
Required Skills Include:
An ability to work quickly under pressure
Good manual dexterity
Science
Record keeping
Writing
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Physical health and strength
Integrity
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