Obstetricians & Gynecologists
MD (Medical Doctor), OBGYN (Obstetrician and Gynecologist), OBGYN Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician), Physician
What they do:
Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.
On the job, you would:
- Treat diseases of female organs.
- Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
- Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
Knowledge
Health
- medicine and dentistry
- therapy and counseling
Math and Science
- biology
- psychology
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Business
- customer service
Skills
Basic Skills
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
- reading work related information
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Social
- changing what is done based on other people's actions
- understanding people's reactions
Abilities
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- read and understand what is written
Ideas and Logic
- notice when problems happen
- make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
Hand and Finger Use
- keep your arm or hand steady
- hold or move items with your hands
Attention
- pay attention to something without being distracted
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Integrity
- Concern for Others
- Dependability
- Stress Tolerance
- Self Control
- Attention to Detail
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Medical software
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
- Email software
Education
Education: (rated 5 of 5)
post-doctoral training or
doctoral degree
usually needed
doctoral degree
usually needed
Job Outlook
Average
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
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