The 18 highest-paying jobs for detail-oriented people

Have you always been one to pay close attention to detail'Turns out that trait can help you succeed in some pretty lucrative jobs.We combed through the Occupational Information Network (O*NET), a US Department of Labor database that compiles detailed information on hundreds of jobs, and looked at salary data on the US Bureau of Labor Statistics website, to find high-paying positions where "being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks" are highly important skills.Using a zero to 100 scale, O*NET rates each occupation on the importance of being detail-oriented.Here are 18 positions where being detail-oriented hasan importance level of 98 or higher, and which have a mean annual salary of $65,000 or more.All job descriptions are from O*NET.SEE ALSO:14 high-paying jobs for people who love math18. Software quality assurance engineer or testerAveragesalary: $85,240"Attention to detail" importance level:98Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.17. Oral and maxillofacial surgeonAveragesalary: $187,200"Attention to detail" importance level:98Perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. May diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regionsand may perform surgery to improve function or appearance.16. Nurse anesthetistAveragesalary: $157,140"Attention to detail" importance level:98Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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