[Core] [90% incumbents] Lift or assist others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers.
  DWAs: Adjust positions of patients on beds or tables.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Transport patients to treatment units, testing units, operating rooms, or other areas, using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds.
  DWAs: Move patients to or from treatment areas.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Disinfect or sterilize equipment or supplies, using germicides or sterilizing equipment.
  DWAs: Clean medical equipment.

[Core] [90% incumbents] Clean equipment, such as wheelchairs, hospital beds, or portable medical equipment, documenting needed repairs or maintenance.
  DWAs: Clean medical equipment.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other patient areas.
  DWAs: Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Collect and transport infectious or hazardous waste in closed containers for sterilization or disposal, in accordance with applicable law, standards, or policies.
  DWAs: Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards. | Transport biological or other medical materials.

[Supplemental] [90% incumbents] Collect soiled linen or trash.
  DWAs: Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Provide physical support to patients to assist them to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
  DWAs: Assist patients with daily activities.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Separate collected materials for disposal, recycling, or reuse, in accordance with environmental policies.
  DWAs: Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Turn or reposition bedridden patients, alone or with assistance, to prevent bedsores.
  DWAs: Adjust positions of patients on beds or tables.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Position or hold patients in position for surgical preparation.
  DWAs: Hold patients to ensure proper positioning or safety. | Adjust positions of patients on beds or tables.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Stock utility rooms, nonmedical storage rooms, or cleaning carts with supplies.
  DWAs: Stock medical or patient care supplies.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
  DWAs: Provide basic information to guests, visitors, or clients. | Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.

[Supplemental] [89% incumbents] Serve or collect food trays.
  DWAs: Feed patients.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Respond to emergency situations, such as emergency medical calls, security calls, or fire alarms.
  DWAs: Respond to emergencies to provide assistance. | Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Carry messages or documents between departments.
  DWAs: Provide information to coworkers. | Relay information between personnel.

[Core] [88% incumbents] Transport portable medical equipment or medical supplies between rooms or departments.
  DWAs: Transport biological or other medical materials.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Transport specimens, laboratory items, or pharmacy items, ensuring proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  DWAs: Transport biological or other medical materials.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Stock or issue medical supplies, such as dressing packs or treatment trays.
  DWAs: Stock medical or patient care supplies.

[Supplemental] [88% incumbents] Transport bodies to the morgue.
  DWAs: Transport biological or other medical materials.

[Core] [87% incumbents] Change soiled linens, such as bed linens, drapes, or cubicle curtains.
  DWAs: Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.

[Supplemental] [87% incumbents] Restrain patients to prevent violence or injury or to assist physicians or nurses to administer treatments.
  DWAs: Hold patients to ensure proper positioning or safety.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Monitoring (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.20 lvl:4.16) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.12 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:2.97 lvl:1.98) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Transportation (imp:2.52 lvl:1.94) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Education and Training (imp:2.40 lvl:2.11) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Psychology (imp:2.36 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.24 lvl:1.22) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Administration and Management (imp:2.19 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.15 lvl:1.45) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Foreign Language (imp:2.10 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.97 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.94 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.93 lvl:1.28) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administrative (imp:1.79 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Mechanical (imp:1.76 lvl:0.78) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.73 lvl:0.93) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Production and Processing (imp:1.63 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Physics (imp:1.61 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.56 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Biology (imp:1.55) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.54 lvl:0.64) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Law and Government (imp:1.53 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Chemistry (imp:1.47 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Mathematics (imp:1.46 lvl:0.65) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Geography (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Building and Construction (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Design (imp:1.08) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Static Strength (imp:3.38 lvl:3.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Explosive Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:3.00 lvl:2.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Written Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Information Ordering (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Selective Attention (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Memorization (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Rate Control (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.31 lvl:5.11) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:4.25 lvl:3.75) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:4.24 lvl:5.79) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.16 lvl:3.44) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Getting Information (imp:3.94 lvl:3.12) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.94 lvl:3.57) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.88 lvl:2.96) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.87 lvl:3.11) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.73 lvl:4.11) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.39 lvl:3.67) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Processing Information (imp:3.24 lvl:2.83) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.12 lvl:2.67) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.10 lvl:2.86) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.09 lvl:2.14) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.07 lvl:2.85) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.03 lvl:3.23) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.00 lvl:3.10) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.93 lvl:2.67) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.84 lvl:2.74) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.80 lvl:1.79) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.79 lvl:1.85) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.60 lvl:2.00) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.55 lvl:2.39) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.54 lvl:2.10) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Working with Computers (imp:2.45 lvl:1.82) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.42 lvl:2.13) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.35 lvl:1.96) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.31 lvl:1.76) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.30 lvl:1.66) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.23 lvl:1.84) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.10 lvl:1.60) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.07 lvl:1.62) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.97 lvl:0.91) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:1.97 lvl:1.18) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.94 lvl:1.06) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.86 lvl:0.92) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.82 lvl:1.07) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.73 lvl:0.84) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.62 lvl:0.91) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.37 lvl:0.55) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:2.07) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Empathy (imp:1.71) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.67) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.61) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:1.54) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.53) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cautiousness (imp:1.50) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Optimism (imp:1.49) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:1.43) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.36) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Humility (imp:1.25) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cooperation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.97) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:0.91) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.46) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.30) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.21) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.27) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.41) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.45) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.38 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.62 lvl:1.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:1.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Instructing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 52,440
  annual_median    : $38,290
  annual_pct10     : $32,240
  annual_pct25     : $35,570
  annual_pct75     : $44,560
  annual_pct90     : $50,600
  annual_mean      : $40,660
  hourly_median    : $18.41

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($49,920)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($22,330)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.236x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   49,670  median: $  38,350
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,050  median: $  38,170
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:    1,000  median: $  37,280
  Educational Services                     emp:      320  median: $  38,280
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      230  median: $  41,070
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      160  median: $  45,110

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (6 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   49,670  median: $  38,350
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
In healthcare, an orderly (also known as a ward assistant, nurse assistant or healthcare assistant) is a hospital attendant whose job consists of assisting medical and nursing staff with various nursing and medical interventions. These duties are classified as routine tasks involving no risk for the patient.


== Job details ==

Orderlies are often utilized in various hospital departments. Orderly duties can range in scope depending on the area of the health care facility they are employed. For that reason, duties can range from assisting in the physical restraint of combative patients, assisting physicians with the application of casts,  transporting patients, shaving patients, and providing other similar routine personal care to setting up specialised hospital equipment such as bed traction arrays.
Orderlies are typically found in emergency departments, operating rooms, psychiatric wards, long-term care facilities, and orthopaedics departments.
Orderlies are described as nonlicensed hospital assistants who are instructed to perform delegated functions under the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner in the healthcare setting.
In the United States, orderlies have been phased out of healthcare facilities in recent years, their functions having been replaced by patient care assistants and certified nursing assistants.
Orderlies in United Kingdom hospitals were known as "attendants" (primarily in lunatic asylums), but that role has been phased out. The nearest role left to a male hospital assistant is that of porter, but that is more a logistical role, moving patients and equipment around the hospital. This is not to be confused with healthcare assistants, who are essentially carers for patients (not qualified or licensed health care professionals), and may be of both sexes.
A common setup among hospitals in Australia is seen at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in Adelaide, South Australia. At the RAH, the orderly service is contracted to Spotless, a national corporation. There are around eighty  orderlies employed by Spotless at the Royal Adelaide alone. They are tasked with the movement of patients and equipment between wards and departments, the movement of patients from ambulances in triage, the movement of patients from MedStar retrieval helicopters that land at the hospital, the movement of deceased patients to the mortuary, and various other tasks. They respond to every medical emergency team call that originates within the hospital to provide extra oxygen and so that the patient is able to be moved to another area (such as the intensive care unit) as soon as is required. Some orderlies are stationed in particular departments, but most remain in the "pool" and are dispatched throughout the hospital. 
In The Royal Brisbane and Womans Hospital in Queensland, orderlies known as patient support officers not only handle patients but are also required to do all cleaning within the hospital.


== See also ==

Certified Nursing Assistant
Activities of daily living assistance


== References ==


== External links ==
 The dictionary definition of orderly at Wiktionary

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  Extract: An orderly is a hospital attendant whose job consists of assisting medical staff with various medical interventions.

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The orderly room sergeant (ORS), orderly room colour sergeant (ORCS) or orderly room quartermaster sergeant (ORQMS) is the chief clerk of an infantry battalion in the British Army, assisting the adjutant. The appointment of ORS or ORCS is held if the chief clerk holds the rank of colour sergeant an

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A batman or orderly is a soldier or airman assigned to a commissioned officer as a personal servant. Before the advent of motorized transport, an officer's batman was also in charge of the officer's "bat-horse" that carried the officer's kit during a campaign. This British English term is derived 

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  Extract: Attendant or attendance may refer to:Car attendant, a railroad employee
Flight attendant, flight crew employed to ensure the safety and comfort of the passengers
Museum attendant
Toilet attendant, maintains standards in a toilet and collects any usage fees
Parking attendant
Sports attendance
Servant

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  Extract: The Flight Attendant is an American dark comedy drama mystery thriller television series developed by Steve Yockey based on the 2018 novel of the same name by Chris Bohjalian. It stars Kaley Cuoco in the title role and premiered on HBO Max on November 26, 2020. In December 2020, the series was renew

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Orderlies are healthcare support workers who transport patients throughout medical facilities using wheelchairs, stretchers, and moveable beds, while also maintaining equipment and supplies. They perform essential physical tasks that keep hospitals and healthcare facilities operating smoothly, including cleaning equipment, disposing of medical waste, and assisting patients with basic daily activities. Their work requires physical strength, dependability, and strong interpersonal skills to safely move patients and support medical staff.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
An orderly begins their shift by checking equipment like wheelchairs and stretchers for proper function and cleanliness. They spend much of their time transporting patients between different areas of the healthcare facility - from patient rooms to operating rooms, x-ray departments, or treatment units. Between patient transports, they clean and disinfect equipment, sanitize patient rooms and examination areas, and collect soiled linens and medical waste for proper disposal. They also assist bedridden patients by helping them reposition to prevent bedsores and providing physical support for basic activities like getting out of bed. Throughout the day, they communicate with nursing staff and other healthcare workers to coordinate patient care activities.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who thrive as orderlies possess strong physical capabilities, particularly trunk and static strength needed for lifting and moving patients safely. They have excellent listening skills and can follow detailed instructions while working independently with minimal supervision. The role suits people who are naturally empathetic and service-oriented, as they frequently interact with patients who may be anxious, in pain, or vulnerable. Successful orderlies are highly dependable and detail-oriented, understanding that their work directly impacts patient safety and comfort. They work well in team environments and can adapt to the fast-paced, sometimes unpredictable nature of healthcare settings.

CAREER ENTRY:
The vast majority of orderlies (89.3%) enter with a high school diploma or equivalent, with minimal additional formal education required according to education distribution data. Many employers provide on-the-job training covering patient transport techniques, infection control procedures, and equipment operation. Some orderlies may pursue post-secondary certificates in healthcare support or related fields to enhance their qualifications. Physical fitness and the ability to lift patients safely are essential prerequisites for entry into this role.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Orderlies often use their healthcare experience as a stepping stone to advance into nursing assistant roles, which offer higher wages and expanded responsibilities. Many transition into specialized healthcare support positions such as surgical technologists, medical assistants, or physical therapist aides after gaining additional training or certification. Some orderlies pursue formal nursing education to become licensed practical nurses or registered nurses. The foundational healthcare knowledge and patient care experience gained as an orderly provides valuable preparation for these advancement opportunities.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, orderlies earn a median annual wage of $38,290, with employment concentrated heavily in the health care and social assistance industry (49,670 positions). Geographic wage variation is significant, ranging from $22,330 in Puerto Rico to $49,920 in California, representing a 2.24x ratio between lowest and highest paying areas. The role maintains steady demand as an essential support function in healthcare facilities, with 52,440 total employed positions nationally. Employment prospects are generally stable, supported by ongoing needs in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient medical centers. The aging population and expansion of healthcare services contribute to consistent demand for orderly positions.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Orderlies face low risk of automation due to the physical and interpersonal nature of their core work activities. Patient transport requires human judgment for safety, comfort, and communication that automated systems cannot replicate. The high importance of activities like 'Assisting and Caring for Others' (4.3 importance, 5.1 level) and direct patient interaction make this role resistant to technological replacement in the foreseeable future.

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