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The careers listed below connect directly to programs offered at Los Rios Community Colleges—helping you turn what you learn in class into real career opportunities in Greater Sacramento. Career Opportunities in Health Sciences and Medical Technology
Projected Job Change 2024-2029
Annual Job Openings 2024-2029
Median Hourly Earnings
Median Annual Earnings
Career Pathway
Community College Occupations
Bright Outlook
2024 Jobs
Pharmacy
*
Pharmacy Technicians
3,526
2%
344
$26.46
$55,046
Public and Community Health
*
Community Health Workers
577
14%
77
$26.48
$55,078
Rehabilitation
*
Physical Therapist Assistants
529
17%
102
$38.76
$80,611
*
Occupational Therapy Assistants
220
17%
35
$42.37
$88,123
Surgery
*
Surgical Technologists
686
12%
57
$45.30
$94,215
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Vision and Eye Care Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
277
15%
44
$22.00
$45,763
The careers below usually require a bachelor’s degree, but you don’t have to start at a university right away. Los Rios Community Colleges give you a strong foundation—and the chance to transfer to a four-year university to keep moving toward your career goals in Greater Sacramento.
Projected Job Change 2024-2029
Annual Job Openings 2024-2029
Median Hourly Earnings
Median Annual Earnings
Career Pathway
Bachelor Degree Occupations
Bright Outlook
2024 Jobs
Health Care Administrative Services
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Medical and Health Services Managers
4,705
20%
553
$70.83
$147,334
Clinical and Medical Laboratory
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians
2,170
9%
183
$38.26
$79,577
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Biological Technicians
774
4%
96
$29.72
$61,824
Source: Lightcast 2025.3 | Legend: Bright Outlook Occupation *
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