Reasons to Love Working in the Healthcare Field

Reasons Students Love Working in the Healthcare Field

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic appreciation for healthcare professionals soared while applications for medical school, nursing school, and allied health programs reached record numbers. The truth is, it didn’t take a global pandemic to remind us the importance healthcare workers play in supporting our community. If you’re considering a career in healthcare, we’ve pulled together a list of quotes from 32 students who shared why they love working in the healthcare field.

Sure! You’ve heard a lot about the growth of the healthcare industry. In September 2020, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the healthcare industry is expected to add more jobs than any other field throughout the next decade. But, despite this projected growth in the medical industry, is a job in healthcare really the right fit for you? 

The healthcare industry offers a variety of compelling careers with a range of salaries and education levels. No matter your skills and interests there could be a job working in the healthcare field that might be for you! From careers as an allied health professional to advanced or rare specialties in surgery, medical careers offer appealing benefits you might be interested in. 

Some reasons you might consider working in the healthcare field:

  • Job security as the result of growth in the industry
  • Above-average earning potential
  • Variety of roles and education levels
  • Fulfilling and rewarding careers

At the end of the day, don’t take our word for it. Take a look at what 32 healthcare students recently shared about why they find going to school for a career in healthcare so rewarding. 

Why 32 Students Share What They Love About Working in the Healthcare Field

@god._.less

I love the healthcare field because it lets me profoundly influence a person’s life especially in a situation where they need help the most. It strips bare the exteriors and shows me what life is actually about on a daily basis.

@_shreya_s_9_

It has always been my passion to be a doctor. I love the fact that it allows me to help people and make a difference in their lives.

@prissfit16

I love to help people and to make a difference in their lives!!!

@asthetemedico

I love healthcare not just because it is the most fulfilling profession in the world with serving people but also because it is a close-knit community where everyone will help the other person to rise and shine!

@mednfitness

Love the diversity that healthcare brings, in terms of working with different specialties and people from different backgrounds together to benefit the patients.❤️

@taylorjo__7

I love the healthcare field because it allows me to help those in need and make a difference!

@smay_crisman

I love the healthcare field because I get to make a difference in someone’s life, small or big!

@cynthia_lopez18

I love it because it lets me help others ❤️❤️

@makayla_brooke21

I love healthcare because it allowed me to bring a little hope into someone’s day. I get to teach others to learn how to live again. how cool is that!

@ash.nicole.2

I am in hopes to become an OTA because:

-I love the thought of helping someone get back to their normalcy or movement,

-I have passion and patience for others,

-I believe that I can help others more doing this type of career,

-I love to help others workout so this career is absolutely a plus and

-I just overall love to help people in general because I care that much!

@jessiyay_prepa

I love the healthcare field because we can encourage patients to advocate for their health thus improving the quality of life for all! ❤️

@bb_lovejones90

I love that we possess the knowledge and skills that can help save the most precious gift we all have, which is life.

@bloomingpotential

I love making a difference and know I can help AT LEAST one person.

@elizaaaap_

I love the healthcare field because there is nothing more rewarding than being able to provide help to those in need, to have the purpose to serve others and save/preserve life is the most amazing profession.

@dehaina_

I love healthcare because I love being able to make someone’s day and help them through trying times!!

@stressyli

I think the body is very cool… is that lame?? 🦷👂🏻👃🏻🫀🫁🧠👁

@kellie_elizabeth

I love the healthcare field because I can help others!

@hailey_simpson5

I love the healthcare field because we can help others at their most vulnerable ❤️

@laurencbridgman

I love the healthcare field because it allows me to show compassion and the deepest form of care to those who are at their most vulnerable❤️

@w.guffy

I love the healthcare field because it’s so diverse & the possibilities are endless

@xo.n_gomez

I want to impact people’s lives in a positive manner!

@rushiiii.m

I love the healthcare field because it gives me a chance to advocate for the well-being of the underserved

@_litlegabie

I love healthcare because you learn something new every day and are given such a large knowledge base for us to provide better and better care to our patients!

@rhiwatts

I love the healthcare field because I’m enamored by the care and interpersonal relationships you build with patients and watching how it changes lives as well as mourning with people you have grown to learn as you have care uniquely to another’s loved one.

@juliana.stierl

I love healthcare because I can see the tangible effects of my actions on others!

@mrspopiel

I love it because even though I don’t always see the end result, I know I was part of their recovery. Making a difference in at least one person’s life is worth it. ❤️

@futureot_dana

I love the healthcare field because we get to see growth and help people through difficult challenges 😍

@dy.genius

I’m determined to be a doctor which gives me happiness and motivation that one day I will live for the happiness of others and cure their pain.

@ol_m

I love the healthcare field because so many people involved in a patient’s treatment maintain such optimism in the most stressful and traumatic of circumstances.

@ots_lauren

the healthcare field is where it’s at, an ever-changing field of endless potential🔥

@lalalajordyn

I love the field I’m studying to be in because I looooove helping people and I could use all the help I could get by winning😂

@ketchummons

I love the healthcare field because it’s problem-solving and community service rolled into one

@juhithepa

I love the healthcare field because I want to help others and inspire and educate my patients on their health and wellbeing! ☺️

@determinationmd

To help people and because I love medicine 🩺👩🏽‍⚕️🙏

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