NHA 2019 Industry Outlook Shows Growing Healthcare Jobs

ACI Medical & Dental School Prepares Students for In Demand Healthcare Jobs

The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) has released their 2019 Industry Outlook, which continues to show that jobs for allied health professionals in the US are growing at a much faster rate than other professions. The report also shows the importance of holding necessary certifications and credentials in these professions. Here is a look at what the NHA report had to say about some of the careers for which students can become certified with industry recognized credentials at ACI Medical & Dental School.

Average job growth rate is compared to a national average of 7.4% across all industries.

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants perform both clinical and administrative tasks, including assisting doctors during exams and minor surgeries, performing EKGs and phlebotomy procedures.

Job Outlook: 29% Average Job Growth Rate

87% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Clinical Experience
2. Patient Communication
3. Critical Thinking
4. Professionalism / Soft Skills
5. Time Management

Relevant ACI Program: Medical Assistant Certification

ACI Students have a higher pass rate on NHA exams for this profession than the national average:

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
  • ACI 2017 Pass Rate: 93%
  • 2017 National Average: 75%

Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technicians work closely with nurses and doctors, assisting patients with daily living activities as well as assisting with basic medical procedures.

Job Outlook: 11.5% Average Job Growth Rate

78% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Clinical Experience
2. Critical Thinking
3. Professionalism / Soft Skills
4. Patient Communication
5. Safety and Compliance

Relevant ACI Program: Medical Assistant Certification

ACI Students have a higher pass rate on NHA exams for this profession than the national average:

• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A)
  • ACI 2017 Pass Rate: 92%
  • 2017 National Average: 77%

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomists take blood and collect samples for medical laboratories.

Job Outlook: 24.5% Average Job Growth Rate

88% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Clinical Experience
2. Critical Thinking
3. Patient Communication
4. Professionalism / Soft Skills
5. Safety and Compliance

Relevant ACI Program: Medical Assistant Certification

ACI Students have a higher pass rate on NHA exams for this profession than the national average:

• Phlebotomy Certification (CPT)
  • ACI 2017 Pass Rate: 96%
  • 2017 National Average: 92%

Medical Administrative Assistant

Medical Administrative Assistants manage front office operations, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and keeping track of Electronic Health Records.

Job Outlook: 22.5% Average Job Growth Rate

79% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Clinical Experience
2. Critical Thinking
3. Patient Communication
4. Professionalism / Soft Skills
5. Safety and Compliance

Relevant ACI Program: Medical & Dental Administrative Assistant

ACI Students have a higher pass rate on NHA exams for this profession than the national average:

• Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
  • ACI 2017 Pass Rate: 100%
  • 2017 National Average: 77%

Billing and Coding Specialist

Billing and Coding Specialists use medical codes to document patient diagnoses and treatments, and use that information for billing and insurance purposes.

Job Outlook: 13.5% Average Job Growth Rate

80% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Clinical Experience
2. Critical Thinking
3. Patient Communication
4. Professionalism / Soft Skills
5. Time Management

Relevant ACI Program: Medical & Dental Administrative Assistant

ACI Students have a higher pass rate on NHA exams for this profession than the national average:

• Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS)
  • ACI 2017 Pass Rate: 93%
  • 2017 National Average: 73%

Contact ACI Medical & Dental School today to take the first step towards one of these in demand careers!