ONET Occupations » 29-1051.00

Pharmacists

Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.

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Parachute skills

  1. Research - Data (4.80)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (4.73)
  3. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.63)
  4. Develop, improve - Data (4.63)
  5. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.63)
  6. Study, observe - Data (4.57)
  7. Interview, draw out - People (4.57)
  8. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.46)
  9. Listen - People (4.38)
  10. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.36)
  11. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.29)
  12. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.26)
  13. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.26)
  14. Communicate well, in person - People (4.25)
  15. Use my intuition - Data (4.12)
  16. Plan - Data (4.07)
  17. Advise - People (4.07)
  18. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (4.00)
  19. Use my brain - Data (4.00)
  20. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.93)
  21. Speak - People (3.88)
  22. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.84)
  23. Follow through, get things done - People (3.80)
  24. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  25. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  26. Instruct - People (3.75)
  27. Supervise, manage - People (3.73)
  28. Coordinate - People (3.73)
  29. Motivate - People (3.62)
  30. Solve problems - Data (3.62)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Active Listening (4.00)
  3. Speaking (3.88)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.88)
  5. Active Learning (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.75)
  7. Science (3.75)
  8. Monitoring (3.75)
  9. Instructing (3.75)
  10. Service Orientation (3.75)
  11. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  12. Social Perceptiveness (3.62)
  13. Complex Problem Solving (3.62)
  14. Time Management (3.62)
  15. Management of Personnel Resources (3.62)
  16. Coordination (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.38)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.25)
  3. Oral Expression (4.25)
  4. Written Expression (4.12)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (4.12)
  6. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  7. Near Vision (4.00)
  8. Deductive Reasoning (3.88)
  9. Information Ordering (3.75)
  10. Category Flexibility (3.75)
  11. Speech Clarity (3.75)
  12. Speech Recognition (3.62)
  13. Selective Attention (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.75)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.73)
  3. Dependability (4.60)
  4. Stress Tolerance (4.40)
  5. Self Control (4.30)
  6. Concern for Others (4.26)
  7. Cooperation (4.21)
  8. Independence (4.11)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.03)
  10. Initiative (4.02)
  11. Leadership (3.93)
  12. Analytical Thinking (3.90)
  13. Persistence (3.80)
  14. Achievement/Effort (3.79)
  15. Social Orientation (3.53)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.84)
  2. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.80)
  3. Processing Information (4.63)
  4. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.62)
  5. Getting Information (4.57)
  6. Documenting/Recording Information (4.52)
  7. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.46)
  8. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.37)
  9. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.36)
  10. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.30)
  11. Analyzing Data or Information (4.29)
  12. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.28)
  13. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.19)
  14. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.13)
  15. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (4.12)
  16. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.07)
  17. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (4.07)
  18. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.85)
  19. Training and Teaching Others (3.84)
  20. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.79)
  21. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.73)
  22. Monitoring and Controlling Resources (3.72)
  23. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.69)
  24. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.67)
  25. Performing Administrative Activities (3.52)
  26. Developing and Building Teams (3.51)
  27. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.50)
  1. Use Relational Database Software (4.84)
  2. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.84)
  3. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.84)
  4. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.84)
  5. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.80)
  6. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.80)
  7. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (4.80)
  8. Use Research Methodology Procedures In Health Care (4.80)
  9. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.80)
  10. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.80)
  11. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.80)
  12. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.80)
  13. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (4.80)
  14. Follow Confidentiality Procedures (4.80)
  15. Apply Drug Information To Patient Treatment (4.80)
  16. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (4.80)
  17. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.80)
  18. Use Health Or Sanitation Standards (4.80)
  19. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.80)
  20. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.80)
  21. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.63)
  22. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.63)
  23. Calculate Radiation Dosage, Following Physician's Prescription (4.63)
  24. Measure, Weigh, Or Count Products Or Materials (4.63)
  25. Calculate Medical Dosages (4.63)
  26. Obtain Information From Individuals (4.57)
  27. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.57)
  28. Accept Prescriptions For Filling (4.57)
  29. Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Or Patients (4.57)
  30. Maintain Customer Records (4.52)
  31. Inventory Medical Supplies Or Instruments (4.52)
  32. Inventory Stock To Ensure Adequate Supplies (4.52)
  33. Label Pharmaceutical Supplies (4.52)
  34. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.46)
  35. Explain Uses Or Effects Of Drugs (4.46)
  36. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.46)
  37. Write Technical Health Or Medical Documents (4.46)
  38. Interpret Prescriptions (4.46)
  39. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.37)
  40. Maintain Established Procedures Concerning Quality Assurance (4.37)
  41. Distinguish Colors (4.36)
  42. Understand Drug Products (4.36)
  43. Understand Pharmaceutical Formulas (4.36)
  44. Understand Government Health, Hotel Or Food Service Regulations (4.36)
  45. Understand Properties Of Gases Or Liquids (4.36)
  46. Understand Properties Or Composition Of Drugs (4.36)
  47. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (4.29)
  48. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (4.29)
  49. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (4.29)
  50. Analyze Medical Data (4.29)
  51. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (4.29)
  52. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.29)
  53. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (4.29)
  54. Provide Customer Service (4.13)
  55. Answer Customer Or Public Inquiries (4.13)
  56. Plan Or Organize Work (4.07)
  57. Advise Clients Or Customers (4.07)
  58. Refer Patients To Community Resources (4.07)
  59. Provide Advice On Food Or Drug Storage Or Use (4.07)
  60. Advise Governmental Or Industrial Personnel (4.07)
  61. Make Presentations (3.85)
  62. Communicate Technical Information (3.85)
  63. Demonstrate Or Explain Assembly Or Use Of Equipment (3.84)
  64. Teach Individuals Work-Related Techniques Or Skills (3.84)
  65. Work As A Team Member (3.79)
  66. Direct And Coordinate Activities Of Workers Or Staff (3.73)
  67. Maintain Record Of Medication Or Equipment Dispensed To Patient (3.72)
  68. Dispense Prescribed Medications And Pharmaceuticals (3.72)
  69. Order Or Purchase Supplies, Materials, Or Equipment (3.72)
  70. Compound Pharmaceuticals Or Medical Preparations (3.69)
  71. Assign Work To Staff Or Employees (3.67)
  72. Monitor Worker Performance (3.67)
  73. Maintain Records, Reports, Or Files (3.52)