Need a Job Boost? Try the Healthcare Industry
As the nation’s economy begins to recover from its dramatic tailspin, industry prognosticators are forecasting sustained job growth within several choice sectors. Not surprisingly, the healthcare industry is at the forefront of this windfall. With the increasing demands of an aging population, the rise in chronic health conditions and advances in medical technology, the industry is growing rapidly. With over 13.5 million currently employed and an additionally three million new jobs to be added annually, the President’s Council of Economic Advisers report that the healthcare industry will be the largest source of employment through 2016. To add to the good news, salaries and job security are expected to rise with demand.