Top Paid Jobs In the U.S.

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Medical professions dominated the government's latest list of top-paying jobs in America. The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released its summary of American jobs and salaries in 2010. Only one other profession, CEOs, made it in the top 10 of the highest-paying professions.

 

Surgeons

The highest salaries went to surgeons, who average $219,770 a year. Surgeons spend numerous years in study and preparation before they make it to this level. After four years of medical school comes a one-year internship followed by five to seven years of surgical residency. An alternative route to becoming a surgeon is to seek training through the armed forces. The United States military offers accelerated training to become a surgeon. After years of commitment to the military, surgeons are free to practice in the private sector.

 

Anesthesiologists

The second highest paid professionals are anesthesiologists, who average a yearly salary of $211,750. Those who desire to become an anesthesiologist must complete four years of medical school, a one-year internship, then a three-year residency. A three-year residency includes on-campus simulation and on-site hospital training. Residents are guided by senior anesthesiologists in actual operating room settings.

 

Oral Surgeons

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons were the third highest earners in 2010, averaging $210,700 a year. Oral surgeons must have graduated from an accredited dental school and have a license in the state of practice to qualify for board certification. Candidates for board certification also must complete a four- to six-year residency program approved by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. It is important to continue professional development by attending training seminars and lectures, even after certification and in practice. Success depends on keeping up with the latest developments in this field.

 

Orthodontists

Orthodontists, the fourth-highest paid professionals, averaged $206,190 in 2010. Orthodontist must complete four years of dental school upon obtaining a bachelor degree. Dental students must then practice by treating patients in dental clinics under the supervision of dental instructors. All states require an orthodontist to pass a licensing exam prior to practicing. Orthodontics is somewhat tied to the health of the overall economy, as most procedures are elective

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