Provide inpatient care predominantly in settings such as medical wards, acute care units, intensive care units, rehabilitation centers, or emergency rooms. Manage and coordinate patient care throughout treatment.
Hospitalists
SOC: 29-1229 O*NET: 29-1229.02
Median Salary
N/A
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 2.5%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
9.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Provide inpatient care predominantly in settings such as medical wards, acute care units, intensive care units, rehabilitation centers, or emergency rooms. Manage and coordinate patient care throughout treatment.
What does a Hospitalists do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$66,860
10th percentile
Early Career
$95,080
25th percentile
Median
$0
50th percentile
Experienced
$0
75th percentile
Top Earners
$0
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$66,860
25th
$95,080
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$0
Mean: $253,470
75th
$0
90th
$0
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans -$66,860 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $95,080 and $0
- •Salary spread is 0.0% around the median, showing low variation
- •Total national employment: 315,360 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:340,700
Top Industries
Ambulatory Health Care Services47.9%
Offices of Physicians42.3%
Hospitals27.6%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+2.5%
Annual Openings:9,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)340,700
Current
2034 (Projected)349,300
+2.5%
+8,600
Employment Change
+2.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Hospitalists professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
Texas
32,740 jobs$01.16x
Florida
22,370 jobs$01.11x
Ohio
21,770 jobs$231,3001.93x
California
20,750 jobs$201,5100.56x
Illinois
18,680 jobs$218,8801.51x
Pennsylvania
17,780 jobs$163,1001.45x
Michigan
14,570 jobs$197,9501.62x
North Carolina
14,510 jobs$236,9701.45x
New York
13,280 jobs$237,7100.68x
Maryland
9,800 jobs$209,3701.74x
Massachusetts
7,890 jobs$216,1701.06x
New Jersey
7,840 jobs$238,8700.90x
Virginia
7,680 jobs$00.92x
Georgia
6,790 jobs$00.68x
Washington
6,350 jobs$00.88x
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
Reading Comprehension
100%
#2
Critical Thinking
94%
#3
Judgment and Decision Making
86%
#4
Active Listening
80%
#5
Writing
74%
#6
Speaking
66%
#7
Complex Problem Solving
60%
#8
Monitoring
54%
#9
Active Learning
46%
#10
Social Perceptiveness
40%
Skills Overview
Reading Comprehension
advanced5.0
100%
Critical Thinking
advanced4.7
94%
Judgment and Decision Making
intermediate4.3
86%
Active Listening
intermediate4.0
80%
Writing
intermediate3.7
74%
Speaking
intermediate3.3
66%
Complex Problem Solving
advanced3.0
60%
Monitoring
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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Reading Comprehension
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Critical Thinking
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Judgment and Decision Making
intermediateImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Writing
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Speaking
intermediateImportance66%
skills
3.3/5.0
Complex Problem Solving
advancedImportance60%
abilities
3.0/5.0
Monitoring
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Active Learning
basicImportance46%
abilities
2.3/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers100%
5 shared skills
Audiologists100%
5 shared skills
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators100%
5 shared skills
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists100%
5 shared skills
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates100%
5 shared skills
Neurologists100%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Active Listening
Learn on the Job:
- →Speaking
- →Monitoring
- →Complex Problem Solving
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Reading Comprehension
- ✓Critical Thinking
- ✓Judgment and Decision Making
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Active Listening
- ★Reading Comprehension
- ★Critical Thinking
- ★Judgment and Decision Making
- ★Writing
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 Hospitalists
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 Hospitalists
💡 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
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Hospitalists professionals typically have a SIC Holland code and highly value achievement
SSocial
IInvestigative
CConventional
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Hospitalists
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.88
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.80
Attention to Detail
CriticalAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.72
Concern for Others
CriticalConcern for Others
Importance Level4.68
Stress Tolerance
CriticalStress Tolerance
Importance Level4.68
Self-Control
CriticalSelf-Control
Importance Level4.56
Complete Work Styles Profile
Integrity
4.9
Dependability
4.8
Attention to Detail
4.7
Concern for Others
4.7
Stress Tolerance
4.7
Self-Control
4.6
Cooperation
4.4
Analytical Thinking
4.4
Social Orientation
4.4
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.3
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Typical duration: 4 years
Preparation Level
Job Zone 5
Extensive Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Most of these occupations require graduate school. These may include master's, doctoral, or professional degrees.
Training:
Extensive training and work experience required
💼 Experience Requirement
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Master's or doctoral degree
- • Extensive work experience in the field
- • State licensure or professional certification
5
Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require graduate school. These may include master's, doctoral, or professional degrees.
Master's or doctoral degreeExtensive work experience in the fieldState licensure or professional certification
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