16. Surgical assistant

Surgical assistants help surgeons during surgery by performing duties like tissue retraction, insertion of tubes and intravenous lines, or closure of surgical wounds.

Median annual salary: $41,070

Overall unhealthiness score: 57.8

Top three health risks:

1. Exposure to disease and infections: 87

2. Exposure to hazardous conditions: 70

3. Exposure to contaminants: 69