1. The highest-paying job in America: Anesthesiologist
Average salary: $386,386
Median salary: $455,647
Anesthesiologists are tasked with sedating patients for surgery. They may also help with pain management in both in-patient and outpatient settings.
2. Gastroenterologist
Average salary: $297,542
Median salary: $380,092
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat diseases and disorders that affect the digestive system, including irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis.
3. Urologist
Average salary: $ 283,968
Median salary: $379,224
Urologists are physicians focused on conditions that affect the urinary tract, including the bladder, urethra and kidneys, as well as the male reproductive organs.
4. Orthopedic Surgery Specialist
Average salary: $ 298,130
Median salary: $375,000
The job of an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist revolves around the musculoskeletal system, in particular performing surgery to help correct malformations and treat related disorders and injuries.
5. Otolaryngology Physician
Average salary: $315,121
Median salary: $375,000
An Otolaryngology Physician diagnoses and treats everything related to the ear, nose and throat, such as hearing loss and balance disorders.
6. Tax Partner
Average salary: $289,610
Median salary: $345,050
Tax Partners work with corporate clients in need of professional assistance with tax preparation and compliance.
7. Mortgage Agent
Average salary: $197,274
Median salary: $320,000
A Mortgage Agent or Mortgage Broker plays a crucial role in helping clients purchase property by assessing financial documents and connecting buyers with lenders.
8. Otolaryngologist
Average salary: $231,104
Median salary: $313,951
Otolaryngologists are physicians who take care of issues patients may have with their ears, nose or throat, including sinus infections, snoring, chronic sore throats, sleep apnea and conditions affecting smell and taste.
9. Internal Medicine Physician
Average salary: $259,978
Median salary: $300,000
An Internal Medicine Physician, also called an Internist, is qualified to treat a wide range of conditions in adult patients. The physician might conduct physicals, prescribe medications or monitor chronic conditions.
10. Plastic Surgeon
Average salary: $298,940
Median salary: $300,000
Plastic surgeons are often thought of as cosmetic surgeons, but they also work to repair congenital defects and restore function lost due to injury or illness.
11. Surgeon
Average salary: $297,932
Median salary: $300,000
Surgeons or General Surgeons operate on the parts of the body located in and around the patient’s abdomen, including the gastrointestinal tract, colon, gallbladder and liver.
12. Vascular Surgeon
Average salary: $300,701
Median salary: $300,000
Vascular Surgeons repair the complex network of veins and arteries that pump blood around the body and to and from the heart.
13. Urgent Care Physician
Average salary: $275,267
Median salary: $300,000
Urgent Care Physicians work in walk-in clinics that serve patients in need of immediate attention but who aren’t ill or injured enough to go to an emergency room.
14. Orthodontist
Average salary: $259,858
Median salary: $300,000
Orthodontists tackle dental misalignments, primarily with the teeth and jaw, helping patients improve the function and appearance of their bite.
15. Family Medicine Physician
Average salary: $251,137
Median salary: $299,999
Physicians who specialize in family medicine take care of everything from routine checkups and preventative care to diagnostic workups for patients of all ages.
16. Dermatologist
Average salary: $261,781
Median salary: $297,254
Dermatologists are doctors trained to treat conditions that affect patients’ hair, skin and nails, such as acne, eczema, psoriasis and melanoma.
17. Psychiatrist
Average salary: $257,940
Median salary: $294,163
Psychiatrists are mental health professionals who diagnose and help treat behavioral, personality and mood disorders using a combination of therapies and medication.
18. Senior Medical Director
Average salary: $279,008
Median salary: $289,561
The position of Senior Medical Director is a supervisory role that oversees a certain portion or geographic location of a larger health program, often reporting to the Chief Medical Officer.
19. Chief Medical Officer
Average salary: $258,807
Median salary: $288,270
Many hospitals and medical centers run under the watchful eye of a Chief Medical Officer. The CMO typically monitors hiring, training, budget and daily operations.
20. Pulmonologist
Average salary: $268,616
Median salary: $286,219
Pulmonologists diagnose and treat conditions that affect the respiratory system, including asthma, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis and emphysema.
21. Nocturnist
Average salary: $215,685
Median salary: $285,915
Nocturnists oversee hospital admissions and patient care overnight. Many Nocturnists are family or internal medicine doctors by trade, but some may be board-certified in a different specialty, such as cardiology or pediatrics.
22. Rheumatologist
Average salary: $276,112
Median salary: $284,982
Rheumatologists have physicians who have specialized training in the area of autoimmune disease and other inflammatory conditions that can affect the muscles, bones and joints.
23. Hospitalist
Average salary: $244,928
Median salary: $281,216
Hospitalists, also sometimes called Hospital Medicine Clinicians, coordinate patient care, work with hospital admins to streamline operations and sometimes treat patients firsthand.
24. Neurologist
Average salary: $230,814
Median salary: $275,915
Neurologists are doctors who concentrate on diseases, injuries and illnesses that affect the spine, brain and nervous system.
25. Endocrinologist
Average salary: 250,258$
Median salary: $272,702
Patients with conditions affecting their endocrine system, such as diabetes or hypothyroidism, may see a specialist called an Endocrinologist.
26. Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician
Average salary: $218,611
Median salary: $272,236
More commonly called an OB-GYN, an Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician focuses on women’s health, including treating disorders of the reproductive system and assisting in pregnancy and childbirth.
27. Senior Translator
Average salary: $199,830
Median salary: $270,741
Senior Translators translate words from one language to another, often in a professional, legal or academic setting.
28. Neonatologist
Average salary: $238,177
Median salary: $270,000
A Neonatologist cares for at-risk newborns struggling with challenges like acute infections, breathing disorders or birth defects.
29. Periodontist
Average salary: $246,581
Median salary: $262,851
Periodontists diagnose, treat and help prevent periodontal disease, which affects the gums and bone underneath your teeth.
30. Pain Management Physician
Average salary: $230,332
Median salary: $259,817
Pain Management Physicians help patients suffering from acute and chronic pain find relief via noninvasive procedures, medication or referrals to other specialties.
31. Mortgage Loan Originator
Average salary: $195,854
Median salary: $254,695
Mortgage Loan Originators facilitate property purchases by helping applicants organize financial information and apply for loans.
32. Nephrologist
Average salary: $214,616
Median salary: $252,600
Nephrologists focus on diseases and conditions related to the kidneys, including cystic kidney disease and hemolytic uremic syndrome.
33. Associate Dentist
Average salary: $226,816
Median salary: $249,454
An Associate Dentist performs most primary dental roles, including conducting exams, diagnosing dental issues and planning/performing treatments.
34. IP Associate
Average salary: $177,441
Median salary: $240,625
Intellectual Property (IP) Associates specialize in all matters relating to trademarks, patents and copyrights, including battling infringement and arranging for licensing opportunities.
35. Geriatric Physician
Average salary: $210,898
Median salary: $239,512
Geriatric Physicians care for older adults, studying the disease and treatments most likely to be needed by elderly patients.
36. Law Partner
Average salary: $177,566
Median salary: $237,500
Law Partners are lawyers who help lead a law firm, overseeing operations, employment concerns and overall profitability. This is a senior position usually awarded to a lawyer with a proven track record.
37. Deep Learning Engineer
Average salary: $216,333
Median salary: $237,405
Deep Learning Engineers help develop, train and maintain the machine learning models used for systems powered by artificial intelligence.
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38. Telemedicine Physician
Average salary: $201,230
Median salary: $235,000
A Telemedicine Physician conducts general patient care virtually over video or phone call, including taking patient histories and creating or adjusting treatment plans.
39. Senior Director of Engineering
Average salary: $223,349
Median salary: $234,350
The Senior Director of Engineering leads a team of engineers as they work with software, hardware and related systems.
40. Head of Data
Average salary: $214,525
Median salary: $234,120
A Head of Data position, sometimes called the Chief Data Officer, supervises teams tasked with data management, strategy and analysis.
41. Dentist
Average salary: $217,697
Median salary: $233,758
Dentists clean, diagnose, treat and repair teeth and guide patients regarding general tooth and gum care.
42. Senior Principal Consultant
Average salary: $189,809
Median salary: $229,000
Senior Principal Consultants use their expertise to guide clients in making critical decisions. SPCs often specialize in a specific field, such as engineering or management.
43. Head of Digital
Average salary: $186,984
Median salary: $226,729
The Head of Digital position has the responsibility of planning, building and managing digital infrastructures, either from the ground up or as part of a technological update.
44. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Average salary: $209,255
Median salary: $224,997
A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist helps patients with sedation and pain management in a clinical (usually surgical) setting.
45. Head of Security
Average salary: $191,384
Median salary: $221,267
A company’s Head of Security develops security strategies, manages security employees and participates in security reviews and patrols to ensure client and building safety.
46. Pediatric Hospitalist
Average salary: $204,419
Median salary: $220,000
Pediatric Hospitalists work with children in a hospital setting, overseeing care for newborns, emergency cases and in pediatric intensive care.
47. Physician
Average salary: $190,087
Median salary: $217,994
A Physician is a doctor who takes care of patients, including well-check visits, treatments for illnesses and injuries and various types of preventative care.
48. Primary Care Physician
Average salary: $172,919
Median salary: $215,447
A Primary Care Physician (PCP) serves as the primary doctor for a patient, helping with routine care and working to diagnose and treat injuries and illnesses.
49. Vice President of Engineering
Average salary: $215,096
Median salary: $215,000
The Vice President of Engineering supervises all other members of the engineering team, reporting to a C-suite executive, such as a CEO or CTO.
50. Owner Operator Driver
Average salary: $201,112
Median salary: $214,798
An Owner Operator Driver is an integral part of the supply chain, moving goods between vendors or from sellers to customers.
¹Indeed data (US), Dec 2022 – Dec 2023
