We got a lot of great responses yesterday about transitioning into a new industry! There is a growing interests of people transitioning their careers through quick certification programs. Here’s a great example of the Medical Assitant job:

Medical Assistant jobs - Avg hourly rate: $30/hr

Since the #coronavirus pandemic hit, the medical field has faced a shortage in medical workers to deal with the increased number of people needing medical attention. Medical Assistant jobs require a minimal amount of medical training, unlike Doctor and Nurse positions, and are tasked with providing support to busy medical staff as they attempt to treat record numbers of patients. If you want to break into the medical industry and want to provide hands-on support for medical workers, A Medical Assistant job could be a perfect fit for you.

Skills you’ll need to qualify Even if Medical Assistant positions require a relatively smaller amount of training when compared to other medical jobs, Medical Assistants are still required to learn quite a bit to perform their best in high-stakes situations where people’s health may be on the line. Some basic skills Medical Assistants should know before they begin working would include:

• Communication skills
• Organizational and clerical skills
• Basic understanding of medical terms and human anatomy
• An understanding of how to perform some life-saving procedures, such as CPR
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation best practices
• Computer skills
• Customer service skills

Where to get trained There are many training programs available nationwide for prospective Medical Assistants including low-cost online training programs. In order to qualify to be a Medical Assistant, applicants would first have to complete either a training or degree program. Depending on your needs, a training program may be a low-cost quicker option while a degree program offers the same subjects, just at greater depth.

Have you or anyone in your network done the medical assistant jobs? Feel free to share your experiences!

New to working with a recruiter or staffing company? Staffing agencies find job seekers, host hiring events, pre-screen candidates and offer services throughout the placement (employment). If you're considering working with a staffing agency, take a look at this list of 8 staffing agencies that are recruiting now.

Other Spring Hiring Opportunities:

The Home Depot | National Spring Career Day | Wednesday, February 16

Kindred National Healthcare Hiring Event | Wednesday, February 23

Are you available for an interview? | Caesars Entertainment National Hiring Day | Feb. 24!

Interview Opportunity! | Smithfield Foods National Hiring Event | Saturday, February 26

Important Disclaimer: These job leads are direct hiring opportunity and NOT a Jobcase sponsored job alert. Interested applicants are encouraged to practice due diligence during the application process.

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in data science, Datacamp is an amazing learning platform to help you build your data skills and get certified for free. They have business programs available at the enterprise level, and companies like Paypal and Intel use them to train their employees. But they also have training courses available for individuals. Some of their open courses include: SQL for marketers Introduction to probability and data-labs Basic statistics Introduction to Python and machine learning Check out other free online certifications to advance your professional skills!

Baking a soufflé or snapping photos may not seem like a resume building activity, but it’s been shown that participating in hobbies has a measurable impact on work performance!

Here are 5 hobbies that you may not have known could be side hustles, read more

My old roommate worked as a parking attendant while he went to music school to pay the rent. Find out more about Parking Attendant

The easiest parking job may well be booth attendant, where you dispense or take tickets and collect fees. If you’re a car buff, valet parking might be the job for you. The job pays around $10 an hour, but depending on where you work, you may have the opportunity to park some very special vehicles. You’ll need a valid driver’s license for most positions. Search for parking attendant jobs hiring now to get started.

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Finding a great job or a career path without a four-year degree can be tough. Success rely’s heavily on your ability to highlight transferable skills and experience that will make you an ideal candidate for hiring.

Here’s a short list of high-paying in-demand jobs and hiring opportunities you can land without a four-year degree…

Pharmacy Technician, (Average pay rate is $20.51/hr) - Click here for Pharmacy Technician jobs and hiring opportunities.

Customer or IT Support Specialist, (Average pay rate is $23.08/hr) - Click here for Support Specialist jobs and hiring opportunities.

Executive Assistant, (Average pay rate is $28.72/hr) - Click here for Executive Assistant jobs and hiring opportunities.

See more entry-level Non-Degree Jobs at High paying jobs that don't require a 4-year degree

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Freelance writers are (typically) self-employed individuals who write articles, ad copy, emails, or other types of content for a living.

If you enjoy writing and editing, it may be the perfect gig for you!

Another bonus is that oftentimes, you can set your own hours and hourly rate - opening the door for unlimited earning potential.

Click here to find Freelance Writing jobs on Jobcase

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I just heard the average pay rate for a dog walker in Mass is $17.76/hr! Not a bad side hustle! Got a favorite hobby? How much would you take to do it part-time?

• no less than $15/hr
• around $22/hr to make it worthwhile
• at least $28/hr
• definitely got to be over $30/hr

@Elyssa Duncan got the 411 on how to turn your favorite hobby into a high-paying side hustle, see Did you realize you can do THIS as a job?

Are you between jobs and need some income during this transition? Or are you looking more flexible job options during this time? Check these 13 part time jobs. We want to specifically highlight:

Customer Service If you like helping people, troubleshooting problems, and solving issues, a job in customer service might be perfect for you! There are many different roles available, and many customer service jobs involve online work so you can work from home. The schedule is generally flexible as well. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that customer service representatives earn an average hourly pay of $16.23, but some customer service jobs pay as high as $20 per hour. Concentrix and Adecco are two great places to get started!

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Whether you are retired and looking to work a few hours a week or you're currently employed but need additional income, picking up a part-time job might be just the thing you need.

Check out some great part-time job options below!

Delivery Driver Do you like driving? There are plenty of jobs available delivering food, flowers, packages, and anything else that is delivered directly to a customer’s front door. Check out Instacart, Doordash, UberEats, and Postmates to get started!

Customer Service If you like helping people, troubleshooting problems, and solving issues, a job in customer service might be perfect for you! Concentrix and Adecco are two great places to get started!

Data Entry Data entry is another job that can be done either online or on-site. The typical hourly wage of around $15. Search for data entry jobs hiring now to get started.

See more part-time job options at Part-time work to make quick cash

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