There are more health care related jobs in Michigan than
manufacturing jobs for the first time in the State’s history. In 2011, health care related employment
generated 543,900 payroll jobs while the auto industry and other manufacturers
finished second with 506,100 payroll jobs.
Manufacturing still generates more economic activity than
any other industry in Michigan, generating $61 billion in gross domestic
product in 2011. The recession of 2009 and the bankruptcy and subsequent
layoffs by General Motors and Chrysler contributed to the health care sector
quietly overtaking manufacturing as the state’s employment leader.
Among the largest job gainers in the health care field will
be registered nurses, physical and occupational therapists and medical assistants.
Health care in Michigan is forecasted to continue to grow as Metro Detroit senior are expected to increase 86% by 2040, according to an April forecast by the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. With the increase of senior population, demand for additional medical services, including outpatient and hospital care is forecasted to continue to grow.
If you have any questions relating to health care, corporate
law, licensure, or health care fraud, contact Tariq Hafeez at (248) 380-0000.
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