ONET Occupations » 29-1022.00

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. May diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regions. May perform surgery to improve function or appearance.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.92)
  2. Heal, cure - People (4.79)
  3. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.76)
  4. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.76)
  5. Follow through, get things done - People (4.67)
  6. Research - Data (4.59)
  7. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.59)
  8. Use my brain - Data (4.57)
  9. Supervise, manage - People (4.52)
  10. Interview, draw out - People (4.43)
  11. Advise - People (4.30)
  12. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.15)
  13. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (4.12)
  14. Manipulate - Things (4.12)
  15. Solve problems - Data (4.12)
  16. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (4.12)
  17. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (4.10)
  18. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  19. Listen - People (4.00)
  20. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  21. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.99)
  22. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.99)
  23. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.95)
  24. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.88)
  25. Organize, classify - Data (3.88)
  26. Speak - People (3.88)
  27. Study, observe - Data (3.86)
  28. Coordinate - People (3.81)
  29. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.63)
  30. Imagine - Data (3.63)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Complex Problem Solving (4.12)
  2. Judgment and Decision Making (4.12)
  3. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  4. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  5. Active Listening (3.88)
  6. Speaking (3.88)
  7. Active Learning (3.88)
  8. Monitoring (3.88)
  9. Social Perceptiveness (3.75)
  10. Coordination (3.62)
  11. Writing (3.50)
  12. Science (3.50)
  1. Arm-Hand Steadiness (4.25)
  2. Finger Dexterity (4.12)
  3. Near Vision (4.12)
  4. Oral Comprehension (4.00)
  5. Oral Expression (4.00)
  6. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  7. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  8. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  9. Control Precision (4.00)
  10. Written Comprehension (3.88)
  11. Information Ordering (3.88)
  12. Manual Dexterity (3.88)
  13. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  14. Speech Clarity (3.75)
  15. Written Expression (3.62)
  16. Selective Attention (3.62)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.92)
  2. Dependability (4.89)
  3. Integrity (4.89)
  4. Self Control (4.77)
  5. Concern for Others (4.76)
  6. Stress Tolerance (4.74)
  7. Persistence (4.67)
  8. Achievement/Effort (4.64)
  9. Leadership (4.59)
  10. Analytical Thinking (4.57)
  11. Initiative (4.49)
  12. Independence (4.48)
  13. Cooperation (4.45)
  14. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.43)
  15. Social Orientation (4.00)
  16. Innovation (3.95)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.79)
  2. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.59)
  3. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.54)
  4. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.52)
  5. Getting Information (4.43)
  6. Documenting/Recording Information (4.42)
  7. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (4.30)
  8. Analyzing Data or Information (4.15)
  9. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.15)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.12)
  11. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (4.10)
  12. Processing Information (4.10)
  13. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.00)
  14. Training and Teaching Others (3.99)
  15. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.99)
  16. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.93)
  17. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.91)
  18. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.86)
  19. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.84)
  20. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.82)
  21. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.81)
  22. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.80)
  23. Coaching and Developing Others (3.74)
  24. Developing and Building Teams (3.72)
  25. Interacting With Computers (3.68)
  26. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.64)
  27. Thinking Creatively (3.63)
  28. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.59)
  1. Administer Anesthetics (4.79)
  2. Take Vital Signs (4.79)
  3. Administer Injections (4.79)
  4. Diagnose Or Treat Oral Diseases (4.79)
  5. Administer Medications Or Treatments (4.79)
  6. Diagnose Or Treat Oral Injuries (4.79)
  7. Conduct Medical Tests (4.79)
  8. Use Medical Diagnostic Techniques (4.59)
  9. Follow Dental Or Medical Office Procedures (4.59)
  10. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.59)
  11. Follow Dental Or Medical X-Ray Procedures (4.59)
  12. Follow Clinical Radiation Safety Procedures (4.59)
  13. Follow Operating Room Procedures (4.59)
  14. Use Knowledge Of Dental Terminology (4.59)
  15. Follow Patient Care Procedures (4.59)
  16. Use Clinical Problem Solving Techniques (4.59)
  17. Use Research Methodology Procedures In Health Care (4.59)
  18. Follow Confidentiality Procedures (4.59)
  19. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.59)
  20. Use Dental Treatment Procedures (4.59)
  21. Use Emergency Medical Treatment Procedures (4.59)
  22. Follow Surgical Procedures (4.59)
  23. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.59)
  24. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.59)
  25. Make Decisions (4.52)
  26. Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Or Patients (4.43)
  27. Collect Dental Laboratory Diagnostic Data (4.43)
  28. Prescribe Or Recommend Drugs, Medical Devices Or Other Forms Of Treatment (4.30)
  29. Analyze Dental Data (4.15)
  30. Understand Properties Or Composition Of Drugs (4.12)
  31. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.12)
  32. Identify Body Response Variations (4.12)
  33. Conduct Patient Assessments (4.10)
  34. Calculate Medical Dosages (4.10)
  35. Interpret Medical Laboratory Test Results (3.99)
  36. Write Technical Health Or Medical Documents (3.99)
  37. Interpret X-Rays (3.99)
  38. Observe Patient Condition (3.86)
  39. Monitor Patient's Condition (3.86)
  40. Communicate Technical Information (3.82)
  41. Make Presentations On Health Or Medical Issues (3.82)