Jordan Said:

What are some good-paying jobs NOT in medicine?

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I feel the same way, but I'm in College currently as a none traditional student. Questions are starting to pop up left and right "What do the rest of us not passionate about medicine to do." It seems those that do not have a heart for medicine (Doctor, Pharmacists nursing etc..). Are finding it really hard today specifically in America. I am majoring now in Broadcasting and Technology management. Because i have passion in it, but what Job after is really a gamble (Besides selling my eventual skills is the Job market for such positions). I'm going to start trying to do internships in a term or few.

Heidi Said:

What jobs make medicine?

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According to the US Department of Labor's Career Guide to Industries:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs009.htm

Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing:

Occupations in the Industry

About 28 percent of all jobs in the pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing industry are in professional and related occupations, mostly scientists and science technicians. About 16 percent are in management occupations, another 13 percent are in office and administrative support, and 3 percent are in sales and related occupations. About 3 out of 10 jobs in the industry are in production occupations, including both low skilled and high skilled jobs (table 1).

Professional and related occupations. Scientists, engineers, and technicians conduct research to develop new drugs. Others work to streamline production methods and improve environmental and quality control. Life scientists are among the largest scientific occupations in this industry. Most of these scientists are biological and medical scientists who produce new drugs using biotechnology to recombine the genetic material of animals or plants. Biological scientists normally specialize in a particular area. Biologists and bacteriologists study the effect of chemical agents on infected animals. Biochemists study the action of drugs on body processes by analyzing the chemical combination and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, and heredity. Microbiologists grow strains of microorganisms that produce antibiotics. Physiologists investigate the effect of drugs on body functions and vital processes. Pharmacologists and zoologists study the effects of drugs on animals. Virologists grow viruses, and develop vaccines and test them in animals. Botanists, with their special knowledge of plant life, contribute to the discovery of botanical ingredients for drugs. Other biological scientists include pathologists, who study normal and abnormal cells or tissues, and toxicologists, who are concerned with safety, dosage levels, and the compatibility of different drugs. Medical scientists, who also may be physicians, conduct clinical research, test products, and oversee human clinical trials.

The work of physical scientists, particularly chemists, also is important in the development of new drugs. Combinatorial and computational chemists create molecules and test them rapidly for desirable properties. Organic chemists, often using combinatorial chemistry, then combine new compounds for biological testing. Physical chemists separate and identify substances, determine molecular structure, help create new compounds, and improve manufacturing processes. Radiochemists trace the course of drugs through body organs and tissues. Pharmaceutical chemists set standards and specifications for the form of products and for storage conditions; they also see that drug labeling and literature meet the requirements of State and Federal laws. Analytical chemists test raw and intermediate materials and finished products for quality.

Science technicians, such as biological and chemical technicians, play an important part in research and development of new medicines. They set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment, monitor experiments, analyze data, and record and interpret results. Science technicians usually work under the supervision of scientists or engineers.

Although engineers account for a small fraction of scientific and technical workers, they make significant contributions toward improving quality control and production efficiency. Chemical engineers design equipment and devise manufacturing processes. Bioprocess engineers, who are similar to chemical engineers, design fermentation vats and various bioreactors for microorganisms that will produce a given product. Industrial engineers plan equipment layout and workflow to maintain efficient use of plant facilities.

Management, business, and financial occupations. At the top of the managerial group are executives who make policy decisions concerning matters of finance, marketing, and research. Other managerial workers include natural sciences managers and industrial production managers.

Other occupations. Workers in office and administrative support occupations include secretaries and administrative assistants, general office clerks, and others who keep records on personnel, payroll, raw materials, sales, and shipments.

Sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, describe their company’s products to physicians, pharmacists, dentists, and health services administrators. These workers serve as lines of communication between their companies and clients.

Most plant workers fall into one of two occupational groups: Production workers who operate drug-producing equipment, inspect products, and install, maintain, and repair production equipment; and transportation and material moving workers who package and transport the drugs.

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Agnes Said:

What are some of the highest paying jobs in medicine?

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This depends on the level of education that you are willing to commit to. There are some associates degree options that you can earn a comfortable living like nursing or dental hygiene. While there are jobs in physical therapy and pharmacy that you can earn a higher wage, your time preparing for these position is longer too. If your ultimate goal is only looking at the monetary aspect, then you should be willing to go for a medical degree this comes with the long term education and student loans as well.

Good Luck.

Floyd Said:

What jobs in Medicine can The U of Minnesota State Mankato offer?

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You can do pre-pharmacy but you can't get a degree in pharmacology there. Same with paramedic. You can become a pharmacist through University of Minnesota.
In order to become a paramedic, formal training and licensing is required. You must complete the early levels of emergency medical training, EMT-1, EMT-2/3. Upon completing those courses, you must complete a paramedic program, which may last up to two years. During the program, you must also complete on-site training. After completing the program, you must pass written and practical exams to receive a license.

Sara Said:

Are there any jobs in medicine that don't require a degree in medicine?

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Nursing, psychologist, forensic scientist, biomedical researcher.

Jeanette Said:

List of all the jobs in medicine, journalism, and engineering.?

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Study hard and don't worry about what you might do someday. Job can change by the time you are old enough to worry about a career path Learn the basic the 4 R's then you will be well prepared for college you have at least 4 AND 1/2 Years before you graduate from highschool.