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Occupation

Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.

$292,910 medianBelow-avg outlookGraduate degree

O*NET 31.0 · 29-1218.00

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

  1. 01Conduct research to develop or test medications, treatments, or procedures to prevent or control disease or injury.
  2. 02Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
  3. 03Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
  4. 04Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.
  5. 05Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.
  6. 06Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
  7. 07Prescribe or administer therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
  8. 08Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
  9. 09Consult with or provide consulting services to other physicians.
  10. 10Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.
  11. 11Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
  12. 12Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.

Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0

What the posting will be called

MD (Medical Doctor)OBGYN (Obstetrician and Gynecologist)OBGYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician)PhysicianGYN (Gynecologist)OB (Obstetrician)OB/GYN (Obstetrician Gynecologist)OBGYN MD (Obstetrics Gynecology Medical Doctor)Physician GYN (Physician Gynecologist)Physician OB (Physician Obstetrician)

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Knowledge the job leans on

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Skills that carry over from service

Judgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationTime ManagementService OrientationInstructingSystems Analysis