There are many medical certifications that can lead to high-paying jobs in the healthcare field. Here are some of the most lucrative certifications according to the search results:
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Certified Coding Specialist Physician-Based (CCS-P): This certification is offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and requires two years of experience in medical coding or courses in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, and reimbursements, among others. The average salary for this certification is $58,236.
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Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS): This certification is offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. The average salary for this certification is $46,660.
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Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT): This certification requires 27 weeks of training and has a median pay of $33,610 per year.
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Professional Coder: This certification requires 13 weeks of training and has a median pay of $30,000 per year.
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Dental Office Assistant Certification: This certification is offered by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. The average salary for this certification is $52,000 and up.
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Patient Care Technician (CPCT): This certification is one of the top 10 healthcare certifications that pay well according to Penn Foster. The average salary for this certification is not specified in the search results.
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EKG Technician (CET): This certification is also one of the top 10 healthcare certifications that pay well according to Penn Foster. The average salary for this certification is not specified in the search results.
Its important to note that some of the highest-paying medical jobs require a medical school degree and passage of the United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) . These jobs include neurosurgery, thoracic surgery, orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, and vascular surgery, among others.