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Top Jobs for People Over 50

ABC News, 10/20/08

Abstract:

The economic downturn is hurting American workers across the board, including older workers, which is why many are putting off retirement or re-entering the workforce. A new survey by AARP found that seven in 10 workers older than 50 expect to be employed in retirement, mainly in part-time work.

The new issue of AARP magazine has a list of the top companies for 50+ workers and half of the top 20 employers are in health care. Unlike most sectors, health care is growing, which means workers of all ages benefit. The good news is that it's not concentrated in one part of the country; there are health care organizations in every state. And they're not just hiring doctors and nurses. The field employs administrative workers, pharmacists, and elder care agents—a wide range of non-caregiving roles.

How to find the jobs. If you're interested in pursuing an opportunity in the health care industry, make a list of all of the hospitals in your area. Research the health care systems, pharmacies, major medical practices and health insurance providers. Check their websites for job openings.

In addition, consider resources dedicated to the 50+ market. RetirementJobs.com has 30,000 current jobs, 2,000 of which have been added in the last 30 days, directly posted by employers that want to recruit old workers. YourEncore.com is another site for older workers.

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