Typical Tasks
Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.
Consult with or provide consulting services to other physicians.
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Social
Working with people
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Integrity
Dependability
Concern for Others
Stress Tolerance
Self-Control
Attention to Detail
What key skills are needed for this job?
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Expected Knowledge
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
