[Core] [59% incumbents] Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
  DWAs: Explain technical medical information to patients.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
  DWAs: Move patients to or from treatment areas. | Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Greet and log in patients arriving at office or clinic.
  DWAs: Provide customer service to clients or users. | Greet customers, patrons, or visitors.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
  DWAs: Operate medical equipment.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
  DWAs: Interview patients to gather medical information. | Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
  DWAs: Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards. | Clean medical equipment.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
  DWAs: Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms. | Prepare patient treatment areas for use.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
  DWAs: Perform clerical work in medical settings. | Process medical billing information.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Schedule appointments for patients.
  DWAs: Schedule patient procedures or appointments.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
  DWAs: Schedule patient procedures or appointments.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Set up medical laboratory equipment.
  DWAs: Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
  DWAs: Record vital statistics or other health information.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
  DWAs: Collect biological specimens from patients. | Record vital statistics or other health information.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
  DWAs: Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
  DWAs: Control prescription refills or authorizations.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Change dressings on wounds.
  DWAs: Apply bandages, dressings, or splints.

[Core] [57% incumbents] Inventory and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment.
  DWAs: Inventory medical supplies or equipment.

[Supplemental] [57% incumbents] Keep financial records or perform other bookkeeping duties, such as handling credit or collections or mailing monthly statements to patients.
  DWAs: Process medical billing information.

[Core] [56% incumbents] Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.
  DWAs: Give medications or immunizations. | Administer basic health care or medical treatments. | Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.

[Core] [55% incumbents] Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
  DWAs: Give medications or immunizations.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:4.80 lvl:3.96) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.53 lvl:5.77) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:4.33 lvl:3.79) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Administrative (imp:4.11 lvl:4.57) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.79 lvl:4.34) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Education and Training (imp:3.50 lvl:3.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.19 lvl:2.48) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:3.04 lvl:3.10) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Psychology (imp:2.95 lvl:3.38) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.87 lvl:2.72) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.78 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mathematics (imp:2.73 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Law and Government (imp:2.44 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Biology (imp:2.38 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Foreign Language (imp:2.32 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Communications and Media (imp:2.19 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.11 lvl:2.02) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Chemistry (imp:2.11 lvl:1.71) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Telecommunications (imp:2.07) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.00 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.87 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Physics (imp:1.70) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Fine Arts (imp:1.69) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Production and Processing (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Transportation (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Design (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mechanical (imp:1.49) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Geography (imp:1.41) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Building and Construction (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Near Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Written Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Selective Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Visualization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Reaction Time (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Depth Perception (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Rate Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.89 lvl:4.81) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Working with Computers (imp:4.68 lvl:4.11) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.65 lvl:4.92) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.59 lvl:5.81) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.58 lvl:5.44) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Processing Information (imp:4.46 lvl:5.38) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.43 lvl:5.61) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.43 lvl:5.17) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.40 lvl:5.12) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.31 lvl:5.04) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.28 lvl:5.27) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.24 lvl:4.73) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:4.07 lvl:3.64) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.06 lvl:4.84) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.89 lvl:4.47) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.85 lvl:5.71) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.80 lvl:4.59) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.70 lvl:3.33) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.61 lvl:4.06) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.60 lvl:4.16) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.58 lvl:4.26) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.58 lvl:4.38) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.55 lvl:3.66) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.48 lvl:4.64) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.37 lvl:3.17) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.37 lvl:3.75) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.35 lvl:3.63) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.33 lvl:3.45) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.32 lvl:3.34) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.17 lvl:3.30) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.15 lvl:3.05) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.06 lvl:4.17) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.05 lvl:3.49) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.00 lvl:2.80) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.99 lvl:3.33) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.99 lvl:2.48) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.93 lvl:2.96) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.89 lvl:3.51) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.84 lvl:2.59) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.74 lvl:3.08) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.39 lvl:2.37) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cooperation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.77) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:2.47) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Integrity (imp:2.21) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Empathy (imp:2.17) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cautiousness (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Social Orientation (imp:2.06) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.98) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.76) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.72) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:1.67) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Perseverance (imp:1.40) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:1.29) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Humility (imp:1.15) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.10) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.07) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.02) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Empathy (imp:1.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.81) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.04) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:0.02) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  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
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  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

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Instructing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operation and Control (imp:2.12 lvl:1.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 817,870
  annual_median    : $45,690
  annual_pct10     : $36,050
  annual_pct25     : $38,470
  annual_pct75     : $49,180
  annual_pct90     : $59,310
  annual_mean      : $46,120
  hourly_median    : $21.97

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($59,290)
  lowest_state     : Guam ($33,570)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.766x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  773,550  median: $  45,620
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   15,060  median: $  46,300
  Educational Services                     emp:    9,840  median: $  48,660
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    6,950  median: $  48,120
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    5,060  median: $  45,920
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    3,530  median: $  46,200
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,320  median: $  44,150
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,220  median: $  42,980
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:      530  median: $  48,090
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      260  median: $  48,870

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (11 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  773,550  median: $  45,620
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A medical assistant, also known as a  "clinical assistant" or healthcare assistant in the US, is an allied health professional who supports the work of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other health professionals, usually in a clinic setting. Medical assistants can
become certified through an accredited program. Medical assistants perform routine tasks and procedures in a medical clinic.
A "medical assistant" may be certified or registered, or may be a loosely defined group (covering related occupational titles such as "medical office assistant", "clinical assistant", "assistant medical officer", or "ophthalmic assistant"). The occupation should not be confused with physician assistants, who are licensed professionals trained to practice medicine and perform surgical procedures in collaboration with a physician.


== Overview ==
Medical assistants perform routine clinical and administrative duties under the direct supervision of a physician or other health care professional. Medical assistants perform many administrative duties, including answering telephones, greeting patients, updating and filing patients' medical records, filling out insurance forms, handling correspondence, scheduling appointments, arranging for hospital admission and laboratory services, performing some quasi-secretarial duties, and handling billing and book keeping. Duties vary according to laws of the jurisdiction and may include taking medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting during diagnostic examinations. Medical assistants collect and prepare laboratory specimens or perform basic laboratory tests on the premises, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments. They instruct patients about medications and special diets, prepare and administer medications as directed, authorize drug refills as directed, telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy, draw blood, prepare patients for X-rays, take electrocardiograms, remove sutures, and change dressings. They also facilitate communication between the patient and other health care professionals.
Some jurisdictions allow medical assistants to perform more advanced procedures, such as giving injections or taking X-rays, after passing a test or taking a course.
According to the International Standard Classification of Occupations, medical assistants normally require formal training in health services provision for competent performance in their jobs. Formal education usually occurs in post secondary institutions such as vocational schools, technical institutes, community colleges, proprietary colleges, online educational programs or junior colleges. Medical assistant training programs most commonly lead to a certificate or a diploma, which take around one year to complete, or an associate degree, which takes around two years. Study topics include medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and programs may include a clinical internship, sometimes referred to as "externship", wherein the student works as a medical assistant in a medical clinic.


== Bangladesh ==
In Bangladesh, medical assistants are known as Sub Assistant Community Medical Officer (SACMO).They complete Diploma in Medical Faculty (DMF) course of 4.5 years duration (4 years academic + 6 months internship) from The State Medical Faculty of Bangladesh. In this academic year they study Basic Anatomy,Basic Medicine and Paediatrics, Basic Surgery, Basic Gynecology and Obstetrics. According to the BMDC ACT 2010, they practice independently with 0 drugs. And in the govt hospital they work under a Medical officer (As an assistant to a doctor). They play an important role in providing medical services in upazila health complexes and remote areas. Medical assistants are produced by Medical Assistants Training School (MATS).They are allowed to assist doctor under the direct supervision of a physician. They get registration from Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council as a medical assistant not a doctor .


== Canada ==
In Canada, medical assistants typically complete an educational program that prepares them to perform special assisting and secretarial duties for physicians, dentists, nurses, health care facilities, and other health service providers. Instructional programs include courses in business and medical communications, medical terminology, principles of health care operations, public relations and interpersonal communications, software applications, record-keeping and filing systems, scheduling and meeting planning,  policies and regulations, and professional standards and ethics.
Medical assistant job responsibilities vary depending on the nature and size of the health care facility where the individual works, but typically involve multiple administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, handling private medical documents, and assisting patients with the admissions process.


== Malaysia ==
In Malaysia, medical assistants are known as Assistant Medical Officers (AMO). They complete a three-and-a-half-year diploma in medical assistant (DMA) undergraduate program recognized by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency. They work independently or with limited supervision of a physician to provide healthcare services to largely underserved populations. The occupation is more similar to that of clinical officers in Tanzania and elsewhere.


== United States ==
In the United States, medical assistants have traditionally held jobs almost exclusively in ambulatory care centers, urgent care facilities, and clinics, but this is now changing. Medical assistants now find employment in both private and public hospitals, inpatient and outpatient facilities, as well as assisted living facilities, administrative and clinical settings, or general practice and specialty doctor's offices. According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014–15 Edition, employment of medical assistants is expected to grow by 29%, much faster than the average for all occupations through 2022.


=== Education and training ===
The New America Foundation has criticized medical assistant programs, particularly those run by profit-making schools like Kaplan and Everest College. Some graduates of the school cannot find full-time work, or cannot find work at all, cannot make enough to pay their loans, and go into default. According to the Department of Labor, median annual salary for medical assistants in 2011 was $29,100, but students with medical-assistant certificates typically earned less than $20,000. In some programs, graduates earned less than $15,080, the minimum wage, which means they were working part-time. For example, Drake College of Business, Elizabeth, NJ, charges $18,000, but 31% of graduates defaulted on loans. A few public community colleges have successful programs where graduates make more than $25,000 a year. According to the US Bureau Of Labor Statistics the median average wage for medical assistants in 2024 is $44,200.
In the U.S., an institution's medical assisting program may be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) if its graduates plan to become certified or registered. Accreditation is a requirement of certification agencies such as the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT) and the National Health Career Association (NHA). Currently there are in excess of 600 CAAHEP accredited programs in more than 500 institutions, and more than 200 accredited by ABHES. Accreditation by CAAHEP, ABHES or other accreditation associations requires that the institution's medical assisting program meets specific educational standards and provides sufficient classroom, lecture, and laboratory time.


=== Certification ===
Professional certification is a way to measure competenc

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Medical Assistants are healthcare support professionals who perform both administrative and clinical duties under physician direction. They serve as vital connectors between patients and healthcare teams, handling tasks from appointment scheduling and medical records to taking vital signs and preparing patients for examinations. With over 800,000 professionals employed nationwide, they represent one of the largest healthcare support occupations.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves greeting patients and escorting them to examination rooms, taking and recording vital signs like blood pressure and temperature, and preparing patients for physician consultations. Administrative responsibilities include scheduling appointments, maintaining electronic health records using systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks, and processing insurance documentation. Clinical tasks may involve operating diagnostic equipment such as EKGs or X-ray machines, sterilizing medical instruments, and explaining treatment procedures or medication instructions to patients. Much of the work involves computer-based documentation and ensuring examination rooms are properly cleaned and prepared between patient visits.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong conventional and social orientations who value structure, attention to detail, and helping others. Success requires excellent listening and communication skills to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds and clearly explain medical procedures. The most effective medical assistants demonstrate high dependability and attention to detail, as patient safety depends on accurate record-keeping and following precise protocols. Those who thrive possess strong service orientation and the ability to remain calm under pressure while multitasking between administrative and clinical responsibilities.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most medical assistants complete post-secondary certificate programs (44.7%) that typically last 9-24 months, though some enter with only a high school diploma (20.5%) and receive on-the-job training. Many pursue certification through organizations like the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) to become Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs). Programs cover medical terminology, anatomy, clinical procedures, and administrative skills including electronic health records management.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often leads to specialized medical assistant roles in cardiology, dermatology, or ophthalmology, or progression into medical records management and healthcare administration. Some medical assistants use their experience as stepping stones to become licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, or other healthcare professionals requiring additional education. Senior medical assistants may supervise newer staff or take on training responsibilities within larger medical practices.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Medical assistants earn a median annual wage of $45,690 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with entry-level positions starting around $36,050 and experienced professionals earning up to $59,310. Geographic variation is moderate, with Washington state offering the highest wages at $59,290 compared to Guam's $33,570. The field employs 817,870 professionals primarily in healthcare and social assistance settings (773,550 positions), with additional opportunities in administrative support services and educational institutions. Strong job growth is expected due to aging population demographics and expanding healthcare needs.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Medical assistants face moderate automation risk for routine administrative tasks like appointment scheduling and basic data entry, but clinical responsibilities requiring human judgment and patient interaction remain secure. The emphasis on patient communication, hands-on clinical procedures, and the need for empathetic care delivery protects core job functions from technological displacement.

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    data: Social RIASEC 4.80
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  [career_pathway] Registered Nurses (29-1141) — confidence:medium
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    data: Taking vital signs experience
    data: Patient interaction skills
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