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But  before you toss those thick course catalogs, know that many of these  positions do
require certification and/or a two-year associate’s degree.  The good news is that much of
holding down the job.

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT): median annual salary $28,939

If  you’ve got a high school education, an interest in science, and some  health care
experience, the American Society for Clinical Pathology  wants to help you land a job as a
phlebotomy technician, collecting and  analyzing blood samples from patients. Gelasia
Croom of the ASCP says  these workers are in high demand due to lack of awareness
about the job  and retiring baby boomers.

Health Insurance Agent: median annual salary $38,205

Health  insurance agents provide easy-to-understand information and access to  expert
advice so consumers can make smart decisions about insuring their  health. Yet, Fred
Adams of HSA America notes that most insurance agents  don’t need an advanced
degree. They must hold a license in the state  they plan to do business, but that can be
obtained in about two weeks,  no previous experience required.

Medical Records Clerk: median annual salary $25,189

If  you’re a stickler for accuracy and have great organizational skills, a  career as a medical
records clerk may work for you. One of the few  positions that doesn’t require any patient
interactions, workers  assemble patients' health information including medical history,  
symptoms, exam and diagnostic test results and manage the data for  quality, accuracy,
and security. Most applicants hold an associate’s degree.  The good news is that much of
the schooling can be done on a flexible  schedule or even online – perhaps while you’re
holding down the job.

Phlebotomy Technician (PBT): median annual salary $28,939

If  you’ve got a high school education, an interest in science, and some  health care
experience, the American Society for Clinical Pathology  wants to help you land a
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