| – Median salary: $409,665 |
| – Surgeons must undergo extensive education and training, including medical school and residency programs. They are responsible for performing surgical procedures to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. |
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| 2. Anesthesiologist |
| – Median salary: $366,400 |
| – Anesthesiologists are medical doctors who specialize in administering anesthesia during surgical procedures. They must complete medical school, residency, and fellowship programs. |
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| 3. Psychiatrist |
| – Median salary: $220,380 |
| – Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. They must complete medical school, residency, and fellowship programs. |
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| 4. Petroleum Engineer |
| – Median salary: $137,720 |
| – Petroleum engineers work in the oil and gas industry to design and develop methods for extracting oil and gas from underground reservoirs. They typically hold a bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering or a related field. |
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| 5. Software Developer |
| – Median salary: $107,510 |
| – Software developers design, create, and maintain software applications and systems. They usually have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. |
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| 6. Financial Manager |
| – Median salary: $134,180 |
| – Financial managers are responsible for overseeing the financial health of an organization. They typically hold a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. |
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| 7. Pharmacist |
| – Median salary: $128,090 |
| – Pharmacists dispense medications, provide advice on their use, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. They must complete a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree program. |
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| 8. Dentist |
| – Median salary: $164,010 |
| – Dentists diagnose and treat issues with patients’ teeth and gums. They must complete a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree program. |
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| 9. Airline Pilot |
| – Median salary: $160,970 |
| – Airline pilots operate commercial aircraft to transport passengers and cargo. They must hold an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and have a certain number of flight hours. |
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| 10. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) |
| – Median salary: $185,950 |
| – CEOs are responsible for the overall direction and success of an organization. They typically have extensive experience in leadership roles and hold a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. |
