All healthcare support workers not listed separately.
Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
SOC: 31-9099 O*NET: 31-9099.00
Median Salary
$46,050
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3.5%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
14.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All healthcare support workers not listed separately.
What does a Healthcare Support Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$32,450
10th percentile
Early Career
$37,570
25th percentile
Median
$46,050
50th percentile
Experienced
$57,650
75th percentile
Top Earners
$68,180
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$32,450
25th
$37,570
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$46,050
Mean: $48,760
75th
$57,650
90th
$68,180
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $35,730 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $37,570 and $57,650
- •Salary spread is 43.6% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 103,650 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:109,700
Top Industries
Ambulatory Health Care Services25.7%
Hospitals20.3%
Offices of Other Health Practitioners6.5%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3.5%
Annual Openings:14,400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)109,700
Current
2034 (Projected)113,500
+3.5%
+3,800
Employment Change
+3.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Healthcare Support Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
16,060 jobs$55,2701.32x
Texas
10,520 jobs$43,5701.13x
Florida
6,850 jobs$44,0901.04x
New York
4,080 jobs$51,6700.64x
Minnesota
3,740 jobs$45,7201.90x
Missouri
3,400 jobs$36,1901.73x
Arizona
3,390 jobs$46,5301.58x
Maryland
3,290 jobs$39,2301.78x
Pennsylvania
3,100 jobs$43,7400.77x
Washington
3,040 jobs$59,0101.28x
New Jersey
2,970 jobs$48,6101.04x
Colorado
2,880 jobs$45,6001.48x
North Carolina
2,760 jobs$47,5100.84x
Michigan
2,480 jobs$39,2800.84x
Illinois
2,310 jobs$41,2800.57x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Active Listening
100%
#2
Speaking
94%
#3
Reading Comprehension
86%
#4
Social Perceptiveness
80%
#5
Monitoring
74%
#6
Service Orientation
66%
#7
Complex Problem Solving
60%
#8
Judgment and Decision Making
54%
#9
Writing
46%
#10
Critical Thinking
40%
Skills Overview
Active Listening
advanced5.0
100%
Speaking
advanced4.7
94%
Reading Comprehension
basic4.3
86%
Social Perceptiveness
intermediate4.0
80%
Monitoring
intermediate3.7
74%
Service Orientation
intermediate3.3
66%
Complex Problem Solving
advanced3.0
60%
Judgment and Decision Making
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Active Listening
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Speaking
advancedImportance94%
skills
4.7/5.0
Reading Comprehension
basicImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Monitoring
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Service Orientation
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance60%
abilities
3.0/5.0
Judgment and Decision Making
basicImportance54%
abilities
2.7/5.0
Writing
basicImportance46%
skills
2.3/5.0
Critical Thinking
basicImportance40%
abilities
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Physician Assistants100%
5 shared skills
Child, Family, and School Social Workers100%
5 shared skills
Dietitians and Nutritionists100%
5 shared skills
Emergency Medicine Physicians100%
5 shared skills
Paralegals and Legal Assistants100%
5 shared skills
School Psychologists100%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Social Perceptiveness
Learn on the Job:
- →Service Orientation
- →Complex Problem Solving
- →Judgment and Decision Making
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Social Perceptiveness
- ✓Reading Comprehension
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Active Listening
- ★Speaking
- ★Social Perceptiveness
- ★Reading Comprehension
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves