The 15 highest-paying jobs in the US, according to LinkedIn
What occupation earns the biggest bucks in America?
According to LinkedIn's first State of Salary report, the answer is orthopedic surgeons.
To find the highest-paying occupations, LinkedIn analyzed data from two million LinkedIn members who submitted their total compensation, including bonuses and commissions.
Other physicians fared well on the list, too.
Eight of the top 15 jobs on LinkedIn's list of the highest-paying occupations were in the medical field.
Here are the 15 highest paying jobs in the US, according to LinkedIn:
15. Medical director
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Medical directors are typically physicians who occupy a senior role in a hospital or health clinic.
Median total compensation, including bonus and commission: $250,000
Median cash bonus: $36,000
14. Ophthalmologist
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Ophthalmologists are physicians who focus on disorders and diseases of the eyes.
Median total compensation, including bonus and commission: $250,000
Median cash bonus: $50,000
13. Vice president of supply chain
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VPs of supply chain management typically oversee an organization's supply chain logistics.
Median total compensation, including bonus and commission: $255,000
Median cash bonus: $62,500
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