NHA Industry Outlook Shows Growing Healthcare Jobs (Updated for 2023)

ACI Medical & Dental School Prepares Students for In Demand Healthcare Jobs (Updated for 2023)

The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) has released their 2023 Industry Outlook, which continues to show that jobs for allied health professionals in the US are growing at 13%, 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 2.8% 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: 16% Average Job Growth Rate

81% 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

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: 9% Average Job Growth Rate

57% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Report these main job responsibilities for Patient Care Techs:

1. Basic Patient Care
2. Safety Checks
3. Administering Patient Care Supplies
4. Ensuring Cleanliness of Patient Rooms
5. Monitoring Vital Signs

Relevant ACI Program: Medical Assistant Certification

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomists take blood and collect samples for medical laboratories.

Job Outlook: 10% Average Job Growth Rate

83% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Report these main job responsibilities for Phlebotomists

1. Drawing Blood
2. Explaining and Answering Patient Questions
3. Prepare for Blood Tests
4. Maintaining Equipment
5. Verifying Identities

Relevant ACI Program: Medical Assistant Certification

Medical Administrative Assistant

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

Job Outlook: 10% Average Job Growth Rate

48% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Communication
2. Professionalism
3. Time Management
4. EHR Skills
5. Critical Thinking

Relevant ACI Program: Medical & Dental Administrative Assistant

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: 7% Average Job Growth Rate

91% of Employers Require or Prefer Certification for This Position

Employers Look for These 5 Skills:

1. Submitting Claims
2. Billing & Coding Processing
3. Auditing Billing

Relevant ACI Program: Medical & Dental Administrative Assistant

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