Best jobs for people with OCD

The best jobs for people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) include web designer, social media consultant, and quality control inspector. Everyone's experience with their OCD symptoms is different, so if any of these jobs seem likely to trigger your symptoms, then they should be avoided. However, those with OCD tend to do better if they can avoid stressful situations and be precise. So, if you have OCD or OCD-like symptoms, here are ten of the best jobs to look into:

1. Web Designer

   Average Salary: $63,842

2. Social Media Consultant

3. Quality Control Inspector

   Average Salary: $35,018

   Quality control associate scientist roles require good observation, critical thinking, and communication skills, in addition to knowledge of procedures and chemistry. They assist in laboratory experiments and research, while working in a team or independently. Working with the lead scientist, associates may compile reports of their data findings.

4. Proofreader

   Average Salary: $49,392

   A proofreader is a professional who is responsible for carefully checking simple and complex errors in a document before it is published or shared. As a member of the publishing team, proofreaders must make sure that errors such as spelling mistakes and grammar errors are checked to avoid bad publications. They are required to work closely with writers and other proofreaders to ensure that every word and paragraph is formatted correctly and free of errors. Proofreaders are usually self-employed, however, some are employed by publishers and are required to work standard office hours.

5. Medical Coder

   Average Salary: $51,563

   A medical coder's role is to interpret and analyze a patient's medical record and translate particular details according to the universal medical alphanumeric code. Moreover, a medical coder is primarily responsible for ensuring that the translations are accurate, as this will play a vital factor in processing insurance and receiving treatments. Aside from accuracy, it is also crucial for a medical coder to coordinate with other hospital personnel at all times, especially when there inconsistencies in the records.

6. Artist

   Average Salary: $68,690

   An Artist specializes in creating various artworks or prose; the audience can vary from individuals or the general public. An artist's responsibility depends on the industry, company, or position where they are assigned. However, most of the time, Artists are expected to work under specific guidelines, deliver materials in a required format within an allotted time and perform revisions according to what is preferred by an editor or client. Furthermore, independent artists may work freelance and receive commissions for their craft.

7. Photographer

   Average Salary: $33,968

   A photographer is a professional who focuses on the art of taking images with the use of a digital or traditional film camera. They are knowledgeable in the proper utilization and care of high-end cameras. They generally work as a freelancer and often hired to capture memories of unique clients. Some are also in exclusive partnerships with event-related industries in such settings as weddings, graduation, corporate events, and even commercial shoots. Apart from taking pictures, they also may be required to edit and prepare photographs to submit to clients or for publication.

8. Account

9. Software Engineer

   Average Salary: $100,260

   A software engineer is a computer science professional who is responsible for the development of information systems, designing and building computer systems software and applications software. They often prefer to call themselves as a software developer or computer programmer. They have substantial knowledge of programming languages, software development, and computer operating systems, and other technologies. They use these to turn a plan into a final output. They can create a design, test, and develop software based on the needs of their clients.

10. Transcriber