Physicians, Pathologists:

Diagnose diseases and conduct lab tests using organs, body tissues, and fluids. Includes medical examiners.

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About the Job


Indiana Average Salary $244,980.00
Average Time to Fill 0 days
Typical Education Advanced degree (includes Master's, Professional, and Doctoral degrees)
Typical Experience Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) 36
10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) 3.56 %

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Skills Profile



Essential (Soft) Skills

Essential Skills to Employers

Critical Thinking
Information Gathering
Attention to Detail
Decision-making
Oral Communication
Following Directions
Written Communication
Integrity
Customer Service
Professionalism
Work Ethic
Technology and Tool Usage
Leadership
Math Application
Computer Fundamentals

Top Job Duties and Responsibilities

Analyzing Data or Information

Analyze medical or health data
Interpret medical laboratory test results
Calculate medical diagnostic test results
Perform biological testing
Examine test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment
Analyze blood samples
Examine biological specimens
Analyze biological material samples
Isolate microorganisms
Calculate medicine dosages
Analyze patient activity to determine progress
Analyze chemical or biological data
Analyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems
Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products
Analyze cellular, molecular, or biological compounds
Perform medical research
Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals
Interpret x-ray images
Conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
Analyze biological samples
Analyze chemical compounds or substances
Analyze the chemical structures, properties, and reactions of organic or carbon compounds
Examine patients
Analyze medical laboratory findings
Conduct patient assessments
Analyze scientific or investigative findings
Interpret psychological test results
Perform statistical analysis or modeling
Take vital signs
Identify problems using mathematical or statistical methods
Conduct physical examinations
Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients
Analyze quantitative data to determine effectiveness of treatments or therapies
Calculate numerical data for medical activities
Calculate radiation dosages following physician's prescription
Forecast phenomena based on statistical or mathematical research data
Determine nutritional needs or diet restrictions
Perform Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) related research

Assisting and Caring for Others

Conduct noninvasive medical diagnostic assessments
Conduct medical tests
Identify patient's current and past drug history
Test biological specimens to gather information about patient conditions
Conduct invasive medical diagnostic assessments
Administer basic health care or medical treatments
Give medications or immunizations
Administer non-intravenous medications
Prepare patients for tests, therapy, or treatments
Employ preventative procedures with medical therapy patients or clients
Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems
Treat medical condition of patient
Operate therapeutic medical instruments or equipment
Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures
Conduct medical x-rays
Perform medical surgery
Position patients for treatment or examination
Treat acute illnesses, infections, or injuries
Treat chronic diseases or disorders
Administer intravenous medications
Administer blood or other fluids intravenously
Treat psychological disorders and issues
Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities
Administer anesthetics or sedatives
Develop treatment plans
Develop medical treatment plans
Test patient heart functioning
Test patient lung functioning
Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources
Administer medical injections
Attend to patient's personal care
Perform minor surgery
Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health
Provide in home patient care
Provide care to women during pregnancy and childbirth
Perform emergency medical procedures
Standardize drug dosages
Incorporate nutritional practices and techniques into menus, diets, or individual meals

Getting Information

Research medical or health improvement issues
Conduct medical laboratory tests
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals
Interview patients to gather medical information
Conduct clinical investigations
Research human or animal disease or parasites
Collect clinical research data
Conduct medical laboratory research or experiments
Conduct biological field research
Conduct biological research
Conduct vivisection for scientific research
Read operating, service, or repair manuals
Study development of microscopic organisms
Gather medical information from patient histories
Conduct interviews to gather scientific or research-based information
Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms
Study plant development
Interview clients to gather information about their backgrounds, therapy needs, or progress
Conduct client interviews to gather information, understand needs, or determine specifications
Interview witnesses, suspects, or claimants
Collect statistical data
Research microbiological or chemical processes or structures
Collect scientific or technical data

Handling and Moving Objects

Cultivate microorganisms for study, testing, or medical preparations
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use
Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis
Prepare medical sample for laboratory testing or analysis
Sterilize laboratory, medical, or veterinary equipment or instruments
Collect blood or tissue samples
Collect biological specimens
Prepare medical treatment room
Set-up medical laboratory equipment
Collect samples for analysis or testing
Don/Doff medical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Adjust medical or medical laboratory equipment
Set-up patient care equipment
Set-up biological laboratory equipment
Mix medical solutions safely according to instructions
Prepare sterile solutions, infusions, or intravenous packs

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