You can make your job search more effective by researching the job market.
Which jobs are in demand?
In-Demand Health Care Careers
Start your job search by considering careers that rank high for short-term employment demand. Many health care careers are in-demand in every Minnesota region. Explore the different pathways available and find in-demand jobs in your region.
Job Vacancy Data
Twice a year the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) conducts a survey to find job vacancies for occupations. You can see the number of vacancies, the percent of jobs that are part-time, education and experience requirements, and the median wage being offered. You can also find key findings from the latest survey.
- Know what employers pay. Use the Salary Search to find wages for occupations. Select "Healthcare Practitioners and Technical" or "Healthcare Support" from the category (or search by keyword) and pick a location to see salaries for healthcare occupations.
- Research wages for recent graduates on the Graduate Employment Outcomes tool. Use the Data Tool to find additional search options, including the ability to see wages by location, award type, institution or institution type, and program category.
Utilize the resources below to help with your job search.
- CAREERwise Job Search
Search for jobs by the "Healthcare Practitioners and Technical" or "Healthcare support" occupation category. You can also search by keyword. Select a location anywhere in the United States. The filters on the left allow you to see the top employers, skills, and certifications for your job search. - Campus Job Boards
Students and alumni of Minnesota State colleges and universities can get help finding a job at their campus career service center. Many colleges offer job boards that will connect you to employers interested in hiring Minnesota State graduates. - Caring Careers Start Here
Find jobs from Minnesota senior care providers. Learn about career options or select "Sign up now" to connect to an employer.
Top Employers
The following employers posted the highest number of health care classified ads in Minnesota during 2019.
- Allina Health
- Fairview Health Services
- HealthEast Care System (now part of Fairview Health Services)
- Essentia Health
- Mayo Clinic
- Sanford Health
- Park Nicollet
- CentraCare Health
- University Of Minnesota
- North Memorial Health Care
- The Mentor Network
- State of Minnesota
- Regions Hospital
- Home Instead
- Presbyterian Homes
- The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society
- Benedictine Health System
- UnitedHealth Group
- CVS Health
Source: Gartner TalentNeuron (Minnesota 2019)
Business Search
Use the Business Finder to find local businesses that may be hiring. Learn more about researching employers.
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