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Careers in the medical field are in high demand and that demand is expected to create continuous growth in the next decade. Some jobs will see more growth than others but they will all provide ample opportunity to embark on a fulfilling career in the field of medicine. This demand is greatest for:

Physicians

Even though insurance rates have increased and managed care has tightened the financial reins in many areas, doctors are top-earners in the medical field. While some doctors earn more than others, such as surgeons and specialists, most can find themselves in a position where they can earn over six figures, even as a family practice doctor. By 2016, it is estimated that the demand for medical doctors will rise up to 20%.

Registered Nurses

Registered nurses are an essential component of the health care industry and its structure. They assist doctors with certain patient care procedures, such as inserting an IV and running simple tests. Roughly 15% of those who work in health care are nurses. The need for qualified registered nurses has been projected to increase by 25% over the next ten years.

Medical Assistants

By 2016, the need for medical assistants will experience an explosive growth of over 36%. A certified medical assistant is a highly sought commodity. Medical assistants are employed in either a clinical capacity or an administrative role. The clinical medical assistant can check vital signs, record height and weight and collect various types of samples for testing. For those medical assistants with extensive training beyond their initial degree, they will be tasked with more responsibility and better pay. These medical assistants are able to place IVs, collect blood and distribute medications to patients.

Physician Assistants

Often simply called PAs, physician assistants are trained to practice medicine under the supervision of a doctor. They are qualified to diagnose certain conditions, provide many kinds of treatment and they are also permitted to prescribe certain non-narcotic medications. The need for physician assistants will grow at a rate of 30% by the year 2020.

Medicine is an ever changing, ever growing and ever advancing field. The need is great, now more than ever, for qualified, educated and hardworking medical professionals. Now is the perfect time to enter the field of medicine. Many local and community colleges have started offering degree programs for the many varieties of medical career options available. The sky is the limit for those who obtain degrees and are licensed and registered to work in medicine.

Jerry is a senior programmer for Brit Systems, a technology company in the medical industry. His company installs and integrates various medical imaging systems.

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There are many medical school programs that require an admission interview. Let’s face it, not all of us look good in paper. As you know, dealing with internet communication makes it hard to pick out your tone of voice, facial expression and mannerisms. This is a good opportunity for you to shine in the admission process.

What kind of questions should you expect?

The questions asked vary from school to school. Fortunately, they can all be summarized into a small set and these are just some of them:

1. Why do you want to be a doctor?

This is a broad question that many applicants fumble. Some committee members may admire your honesty when you pertain to wealth in answering this question. Nevertheless, you should sill maintain diplomacy in all your answers. It’s a question posed to people who are unsure of their reasons in applying to medical school. You have to understand that many students go to medical school for the wrong reasons. This question can then filter these types of applicants.

The best way to answer the question is to look at the “ideal” candidate and the values he or she should posses. You then look through your own personal values and history and see where the matches are. Prepare little talking points and memorize it. Quickly go to the heart of the matter and dig deeper to your personal story which can back up not only what they want to hear but also what you want to do. You are not lying if it is based on your personal values.

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2. What will you do if you are not accepted in medical school?

This question should not hit you by surprise because many applicants don’t get to a medical program. You should outline your non-medical career alternatives, reduce it to talking points and present it.

3. What makes you special?

This is another broad question that weeds out people who don’t have enough self-confidence to talk about themselves. You have to honestly dig deep and figure out what your core competencies are. This really is all about you so you should take the ball and roll with it. The only way you can really screw this up is if you make it look like you are unsure of your answer. Be ready for this question. If you speak honestly and it is from the heart, then you should be okay.

These are just a few of the questions that may come up. It is important that your answers will always be based on personal facts and are honest and ethical.

This guest post was written by Chris Walker, a personal statement examples writer for IvyResearch.Com

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