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Internists, General

Physicians who diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with the internal organs.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.94)
  2. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.94)
  3. Heal, cure - People (4.84)
  4. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.81)
  5. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.81)
  6. Use my brain - Data (4.71)
  7. Supervise, manage - People (4.61)
  8. Research - Data (4.56)
  9. Raise people's self-esteem - People (4.56)
  10. Counsel, guide, mentor - People (4.56)
  11. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.46)
  12. Use my intuition - Data (4.38)
  13. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.38)
  14. Interview, draw out - People (4.29)
  15. Communicate well, in person - People (4.25)
  16. Coordinate - People (4.15)
  17. Study, observe - Data (4.12)
  18. Speak - People (4.12)
  19. Solve problems - Data (4.12)
  20. Listen - People (4.12)
  21. Follow through, get things done - People (4.04)
  22. Advise - People (3.90)
  23. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  24. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  25. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  26. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.71)
  27. Imagine - Data (3.66)
  28. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.66)
  29. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.60)
  30. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (3.60)


ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles

  1. Science (4.38)
  2. Speaking (4.12)
  3. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  4. Complex Problem Solving (4.12)
  5. Judgment and Decision Making (4.12)
  6. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  7. Active Listening (4.00)
  8. Writing (4.00)
  9. Active Learning (3.88)
  10. Social Perceptiveness (3.88)
  11. Monitoring (3.62)
  12. Service Orientation (3.62)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.38)
  2. Inductive Reasoning (4.38)
  3. Oral Expression (4.25)
  4. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  5. Written Comprehension (4.12)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  7. Near Vision (3.88)
  8. Written Expression (3.75)
  9. Information Ordering (3.75)
  10. Category Flexibility (3.75)
  11. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  12. Speech Clarity (3.75)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.94)
  2. Integrity (4.90)
  3. Dependability (4.85)
  4. Concern for Others (4.81)
  5. Stress Tolerance (4.76)
  6. Analytical Thinking (4.71)
  7. Self Control (4.53)
  8. Social Orientation (4.35)
  9. Cooperation (4.23)
  10. Independence (4.21)
  11. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.07)
  12. Persistence (4.04)
  13. Initiative (3.93)
  14. Achievement/Effort (3.91)
  15. Leadership (3.71)
  16. Innovation (3.60)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities

  1. Documenting/Recording Information (4.94)
  2. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.84)
  3. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.61)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.56)
  5. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.46)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.42)
  7. Analyzing Data or Information (4.38)
  8. Getting Information (4.29)
  9. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.29)
  10. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.24)
  11. Processing Information (4.20)
  12. Scheduling Work and Activities (4.15)
  13. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.12)
  14. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.00)
  15. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.90)
  16. Interacting With Computers (3.86)
  17. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.74)
  18. Thinking Creatively (3.66)
  19. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.65)
  20. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.61)
  21. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.60)
  1. Record Medical History Or Data (4.94)
  2. Document Medical Prognosis (4.94)
  3. Administer Anesthetics (4.84)
  4. Take Vital Signs (4.84)
  5. Administer Injections (4.84)
  6. Administer Medications Or Treatments (4.84)
  7. Perform Minor Surgery (4.84)
  8. Conduct Medical Tests (4.84)
  9. Conduct Complete Physical Examinations (4.84)
  10. Treat Medical Condition Of Patient (4.84)
  11. Diagnose Or Treat Oral Injuries (4.84)
  12. Diagnose Medical Condition Of Patient (4.84)
  13. Draw Blood (4.84)
  14. Make Decisions (4.61)
  15. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.56)
  16. Use Grief Counseling Techniques (4.56)
  17. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.56)
  18. Follow Institutional Care Procedures (4.56)
  19. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.56)
  20. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.56)
  21. Follow Examining Room Procedures (4.56)
  22. Follow Life Support Procedures (4.56)
  23. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.56)
  24. Use Medical Diagnostic Techniques (4.56)
  25. Use Clinical Problem Solving Techniques (4.56)
  26. Follow Dental Or Medical Office Procedures (4.56)
  27. Follow Confidentiality Procedures (4.56)
  28. Follow Operating Room Procedures (4.56)
  29. Use Counseling Techniques (4.56)
  30. Follow Patient Care Procedures (4.56)
  31. Follow Surgical Procedures (4.56)
  32. Use Emergency Medical Procedures (4.56)
  33. Use Research Methodology Procedures In Health Care (4.56)
  34. Use Emergency Medical Treatment Procedures (4.56)
  35. Interpret Medical Laboratory Test Results (4.46)
  36. Interpret X-Rays (4.46)
  37. Write Technical Health Or Medical Documents (4.46)
  38. Analyze Medical Data (4.38)
  39. Analyze Patient Activity (4.38)
  40. Collect Clinical Data (4.29)
  41. Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Or Patients (4.29)
  42. Calculate Medical Dosages (4.20)
  43. Monitor Patient's Condition (4.12)
  44. Observe Patient Condition (4.12)
  45. Refer Patients To Community Resources (3.90)
  46. Counsel Patients Concerning Diet (3.90)
  47. Prescribe Or Recommend Drugs, Medical Devices Or Other Forms Of Treatment (3.90)
  48. Identify Body Response Variations (3.65)
  49. Understand Properties Or Composition Of Drugs (3.65)
  50. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (3.65)
  51. Recognize Childhood Diseases (3.65)
  52. Recognize Physical Or Emotional Abuse (3.65)
  53. Conduct Patient Assessments (3.60)