Forecasts through 2012 predict robust growth in New York for allied health occupations. Health-diagnosing and –treating practitioners can expect growth of 21%, including increases of 46% for physician assistants, 27% for occupational therapists, 30% for physical therapists, 23% for radiation therapists, and 29% for respiratory therapists. Jobs for health technologists and technicians are forecast to grow by 18%, including 31% for cardiovascular technologists and technicians, 22% for diagnostic medical sonographers, 34% for respiratory therapy technicians, 20% for surgical technologists, and 18% for nuclear medicine technologists. Healthcare support occupations are expected to grow 24%, including increases of 38% for occupational and physical therapy assistants and aides, 24% for massage therapists, 34% for dental assistants, and 47% for medical assistants.
Health & Medical Schools, Programs & Courses
in New York
Subjects listed are highlights of programs
and/or courses offered.
Sanford-Brown Institute - Garden City Pharmacy Technician, Cardiovascular Technology, Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Sanford-Brown Institute - New York City Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, Medical Office Administration
Sanford-Brown Institute - White Plains Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, Pharmacy Technician
Why New York is a Great Place to Study Health & Medical
With close to 100 hospitals and numerous medical schools, New York City is a great location for healthcare professionals. The city is home to highly-regarded medical schools such as those found at New York University and Columbia University, and also has a great network of colleges offering medical assisting degrees and other allied health training. Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and the Columbia-affiliated New York Presbyterian Hospital are among the many famous hospitals in New York. Forecasts into the next decade show that allied health professionals in New York will be in high demand.
Other Resources for Health & Medical Education and Careers in New York
Health & Medical - Employers / Internship Opportunities in New York
Allied health students are usually assigned clinical rotations, or internships, according to agreements their schools have with hospitals and other local healthcare facilities. In New York, potential employers and sites of rotations include:
