Health Care Career Trends

Lenora Cook, RN, MSN, PhDJohnson County Community CollegeDean, Health Care Professions & Wellness Divisionlcook27@jccc.edu

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