Minneapolis' health care industry is experiencing strong job growth. Local employers posted 438 new jobs over the past week and 1,256 in the last month, ranking second among local industries, according to ZipRecruiter, a leading online employment marketplace.

The health care sector also came in second in terms of local employers adding new jobs. In the past month, 199 companies listed open jobs for Minneapolis-based workers in that area.

Top companies hiring locally in health care include Monarch Healthcare Management, Cassia, an Augustana/Elim affiliation and Minnesota Urology P.A.

Regarding the most in-demand occupations in this sector, Monarch Healthcare Management and Cassia, an Augustana/Elim affiliation were both looking to hire Minneapolis-based registered nurses, certified nursing assistants and licensed practical nurses. Minnesota Urology P.A. listed new openings for medical assistants.

This story was created automatically using local jobs data, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.