Occupational Therapists

Job Zone

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

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).

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Test and evaluate patients' physical and mental abilities and analyze medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals for patients.94
Complete and maintain necessary records.93
Plan, organize, and conduct occupational therapy programs in hospital, institutional, or community settings to help rehabilitate persons with disabilities because of illness, injury or psychological or developmental problems.90
Plan and implement programs and social activities to help patients learn work or school skills and adjust to handicaps.88
Select activities that will help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of their mental or physical capabilities.86
Evaluate patients' progress and prepare reports that detail progress.86
Train caregivers in providing for the needs of a patient during and after therapy.86
Lay out materials such as puzzles, scissors and eating utensils for use in therapy, and clean and repair these tools after therapy sessions.82
Consult with rehabilitation team to select activity programs or coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities.82
Design and create, or requisition, special supplies and equipment, such as splints, braces, and computer-aided adaptive equipment.80
Recommend changes in patients' work or living environments, consistent with their needs and capabilities.77
Develop and participate in health promotion programs, group activities, or discussions to promote client health, facilitate social adjustment, alleviate stress, and prevent physical or mental disability.73

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Provide training and supervision in therapy techniques and objectives for students or nurses and other medical staff.73
Help clients improve decision making, abstract reasoning, memory, sequencing, coordination, and perceptual skills, using computer programs.71
Conduct research in occupational therapy.71
Advise on health risks in the workplace or on health-related transition to retirement.63
Provide patients with assistance in locating or holding jobs.43
Recommend adaptive equipment to individuals to increase independence in daily living activities.—

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Active Listening78
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Monitoring78
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Service Orientation78
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Critical Thinking75
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Instructing75
Teaching others how to do something.
Judgment and Decision Making75
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Reading Comprehension75
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Social Perceptiveness75
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Speaking75
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Writing75
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Active Learning72
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Learning Strategies72
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

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Coordination69
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Time Management69
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Complex Problem Solving56
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Operations Analysis53
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Systems Analysis53
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Systems Evaluation53
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Management of Personnel Resources50
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Negotiation50
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Persuasion50
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Science44
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Management of Financial Resources31
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Management of Material Resources28
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Operations Monitoring28
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Quality Control Analysis28
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Mathematics25
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Technology Design22
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Troubleshooting22
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Programming19
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Operation and Control16
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Equipment Selection6
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Equipment Maintenance0
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Installation0
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Repairing0
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Therapy and Counseling92
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Psychology89
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Customer and Personal Service82
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Medicine and Dentistry81
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.
English Language78
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Education and Training72
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Biology61
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Sociology and Anthropology56
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Administration and Management46
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Administrative46
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Philosophy and Theology46
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Communications and Media38
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

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Mathematics35
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Public Safety and Security34
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Computers and Electronics32
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Law and Government31
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Physics30
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Personnel and Human Resources29
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Sales and Marketing29
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Foreign Language27
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Transportation23
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Mechanical21
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Engineering and Technology19
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Design18
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Chemistry17
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Economics and Accounting17
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Telecommunications16
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Fine Arts15
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Production and Processing10
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Building and Construction8
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
History and Archeology8
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Food Production7
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Geography5
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Oral Expression78
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Deductive Reasoning75
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Inductive Reasoning75
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Problem Sensitivity75
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Written Expression75
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Information Ordering72
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Oral Comprehension72
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Speech Clarity72
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Speech Recognition72
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Written Comprehension72
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Fluency of Ideas69
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Originality69
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.

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Near Vision60
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Category Flexibility56
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Selective Attention56
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Far Vision50
The ability to see details at a distance.
Finger Dexterity50
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Flexibility of Closure47
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Time Sharing47
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Visualization47
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Arm-Hand Steadiness44
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Auditory Attention44
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Hearing Sensitivity44
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Perceptual Speed44
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Static Strength44
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Trunk Strength44
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Multilimb Coordination41
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Speed of Closure41
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Number Facility38
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Visual Color Discrimination38
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Manual Dexterity35
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Memorization35
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Extent Flexibility28
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Gross Body Coordination28
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Gross Body Equilibrium28
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Stamina28
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Control Precision25
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Depth Perception25
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Dynamic Strength25
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Mathematical Reasoning25
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Response Orientation16
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Explosive Strength13
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Speed of Limb Movement10
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Wrist-Finger Speed6
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Spatial Orientation3
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Dynamic Flexibility0
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Glare Sensitivity0
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Night Vision0
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Peripheral Vision0
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Rate Control0
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Reaction Time0
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Sound Localization0
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Documenting/Recording Information93
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Assisting and Caring for Others91
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Getting Information86
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems85
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates82
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Developing Objectives and Strategies82
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships82
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events81
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge81
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work79
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Thinking Creatively76
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others75
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings75
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Coaching and Developing Others72
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards72
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Handling and Moving Objects71
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Performing General Physical Activities71
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Training and Teaching Others71
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Analyzing Data or Information68
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Processing Information68
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public67
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization65
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Working with Computers65
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Scheduling Work and Activities62
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Developing and Building Teams61
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others61
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Performing Administrative Activities60
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People59
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others57
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others52
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates52
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information51
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials49
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources38
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Staffing Organizational Units34
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
Selling or Influencing Others33
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Controlling Machines and Processes31
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment16
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment15
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment14
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment13
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Empathy100
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Cooperation90
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Attention to Detail86
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Dependability82
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Social Orientation76
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
Adaptability74
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Integrity70
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Sincerity70
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
Optimism69
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Intellectual Curiosity67
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Perseverance67
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Self-Control66
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

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Stress Tolerance65
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Achievement Orientation64
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Self-Confidence53
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Innovation50
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
Humility47
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Tolerance for Ambiguity46
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
Cautiousness34
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Leadership Orientation34
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Initiative33
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Social85
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Investigative54
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Realistic43
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Artistic35
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
Conventional35
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Enterprising14
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day91%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others82%
- Contact with others most of the time18%
E-Mail
- Every day77%
- Once a week or more but not every day18%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day91%
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom59%
- Some freedom32%
Physical Proximity
- Very close (near touching)68%
- Moderately close (at arm's length)18%
Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom50%
- Some freedom41%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Every day64%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Extremely important55%
- Very important36%
Telephone Conversations
- Every day41%
- Once a week or more but not every day41%
- Once a month or more but not every week18%
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Every day59%
- Once a month or more but not every week23%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results36%
- Important results45%
- Moderate results14%

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Time Pressure
- Every day32%
- Once a week or more but not every day41%
- Once a month or more but not every week18%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility41%
- High responsibility18%
- Moderate responsibility27%
- Limited responsibility14%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- More than 40 hours41%
- 40 hours55%
Written Letters and Memos
- Every day36%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
- Once a month or more but not every week14%
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important41%
- Very important18%
- Fairly important27%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- Continually or almost continually41%
- More than half the time14%
- About half the time18%
- Less than half the time23%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Extremely important27%
- Very important27%
- Important32%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important14%
- Very important36%
- Important41%
Level of Competition
- Highly competitive41%
- Moderately competitive14%
- Slightly competitive36%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Once a week or more but not every day32%
- Once a month or more but not every week32%
- Once a year or more but not every month36%
Spend Time Standing
- More than half the time23%
- About half the time32%
- Less than half the time41%
Consequence of Error
- Very serious36%
- Serious14%
- Fairly serious32%
- Not serious at all14%
Spend Time Sitting
- More than half the time27%
- About half the time27%
- Less than half the time45%
Conflict Situations
- Once a week or more but not every day14%
- Once a month or more but not every week36%
- Once a year or more but not every month45%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- Moderate responsibility45%
- Limited responsibility36%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Very important27%
- Important18%
- Fairly important14%
- Not important at all32%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- More than half the time24%
- About half the time24%
- Less than half the time48%
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day14%
- Once a week or more but not every day18%
- Once a year or more but not every month18%
- Never41%
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day14%
- Once a week or more but not every day14%
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
- Never36%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- About half the time19%
- Less than half the time67%
Spend Time Walking or Running
- About half the time14%
- Less than half the time76%
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Every day18%
- Never55%
Public Speaking
- Once a month or more but not every week27%
- Once a year or more but not every month73%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
- Once a month or more but not every week18%
- Once a year or more but not every month59%
- Never18%
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- More than half the time14%
- Less than half the time50%
- Never27%
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Once a year or more but not every month23%
- Never55%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Less than half the time36%
- Never45%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
- Once a week or more but not every day18%
- Once a year or more but not every month14%
- Never64%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
- Never55%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Once a year or more but not every month45%
- Never45%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Once a year or more but not every month32%
- Never55%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
- Once a year or more but not every month19%
- Never67%
Outdoors, Under Cover
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
- Never64%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Once a year or more but not every month23%
- Never68%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Once a year or more but not every month29%
- Never67%
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Once a year or more but not every month14%
- Never77%
Work Schedules
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)14%
- Regular (established routine, set schedule)86%
Exposed to High Places
- Never86%
Degree of Automation
- Not at all automated91%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Never91%
Exposed to Radiation
- Never95%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Never100%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Never100%
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Never100%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Not important at all100%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

Master’s degree
Bachelor’s degree

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Medical software
Bizmatics PrognoCIS EMR, eClinicalWorks EHR software, HMS, Lexrotech LxPediatric
Computer based training software
Language arts educational software, Special education educational software, Text reader software, Text to speech software
Word processing software
Crick Software Clicker 4, Microsoft Word, OpenOffice WRITER
Optical character reader OCR or scanning software
Duxbury Braille Translator, Text scanning software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Computer drawing software, Mayer-Johnson Boardmaker
Device drivers or system software
Screen magnification software, Screen reader software
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Pattern design software
Tactile graphic production kits software
Electronic mail software
Email software
Voice recognition software
Speech recognition software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Music or sound editing software
Music software
Internet browser software
Synapse Adaptive Connect Outloud
Data base user interface and query software
FileMaker Pro
Web page creation and editing software
Facebook
Billing and invoicing software
Fifth Walk BillingTracker

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
Record patient medical histories.
Design public or employee health programs.
Direct healthcare delivery programs.
Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
Train caregivers or other non-medical personnel.
Clean medical equipment or facilities.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.

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Design medical devices or appliances.
Fabricate medical devices.
Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
Supervise patient care personnel.
Train medical providers.
Assist clients in handling details of daily life.
Assist patients with daily activities.
Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
Advise communities or institutions regarding health or safety issues.
Encourage patients or clients to develop life skills.

This page incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Based on federal labor and demographic data. Data source & methodology