MyMajors Career Profile

Typical Tasks

Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.

Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

Inform coaches, trainers, or other interested parties regarding the medical conditions of athletes.

Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.

Participate in continuing education activities to improve and maintain knowledge and skills.

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

Concern for Others

Dependability

Attention to Detail

Cooperation

Initiative

What key skills are needed for this job?

Reading Comprehension

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Monitoring

Judgment and Decision Making

Speaking

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.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.

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Job Zone 5

Extensive Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).

Experience

Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience.

Training

Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.

Typical Education Required