To accurately provide a ranking of jobs in the Health Science career cluster from lowest to highest rates of self-employment, it would be necessary to have specific job titles to evaluate. However, generally speaking, here is a sample order of common jobs in the Health Science field that reflects typical self-employment rates:
- Medical Laboratory Technician - Generally works in hospitals or labs, typically as an employee.
- Respiratory Therapist - Often employed in hospitals or clinics, lower rates of self-employment.
- Registered Nurse - While some nurses may work as independent contractors, most are employed by healthcare facilities.
- Physical Therapist - Many work in clinics, but a higher percentage practice independently or own their own clinics.
- Occupational Therapist - Similar to Physical Therapists, often have a good number who are self-employed or work in private practice.
- Chiropractor - A significant number are self-employed, often owning their own practice.
- Personal Trainer - Many in this role are self-employed; they can work independently or be contracted by gyms.
This is a generalized list and might change based on location, trends in the healthcare industry, and specific job markets. For a precise ranking, it would be beneficial to gather updated statistics on self-employment rates in specific health-related professions.