Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings.Details
29-1069
0.075321.8
Develop individualized treatment plans for patients, considering patient preferences, clinical data, or the risks and benefits of therapies.Details
29-1069
0.02637.6
Analyze and interpret results from tests such as microbial or parasite tests, urine analyses, hormonal assays, fine needle aspirations (FNAs), and polymerase chain reactions (PCRs).Details
29-1069
0.02557.4
Interpret imaging data and confer with other medical specialists to formulate diagnoses.Details
29-1069
0.02256.5
Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families.Details
29-1069
0.02116.1
Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed.Details
29-1069
0.02076.0
Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, and molecular biology.Details
29-1069
0.01855.3
Interpret diagnostic test results to make appropriate differential diagnoses.Details
29-1069
0.01714.9
Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities.Details
29-1069
0.01394.0
Educate patients about diagnoses, prognoses, or treatments.Details
29-1069
0.01203.5
Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.Details
29-1069
0.00932.7
Document or review comprehensive patients' histories with an emphasis on occupation or environmental risks.Details
29-1069
0.00772.2
Refer patients to medical specialists, social services or other professionals as appropriate.Details
29-1069
0.00732.1
Perform or interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies, mammography, or ultrasound.Details
29-1069
0.00732.1
Educate patients about maintenance and promotion of healthy vision.Details
29-1069
0.00631.8
Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images.Details
29-1069
0.00551.6
Document examination results, treatment plans, and patients' outcomes.Details
29-1069
0.00421.2
Conduct research and present scientific findings.Details
29-1069
0.00401.2
Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services.Details
29-1069
0.00351.0
Develop comprehensive plans for immediate and long-term rehabilitation including therapeutic exercise; speech and occupational therapy; counseling; cognitive retraining; patient, family or caregiver education; or community reintegration.Details
29-1069
0.00341.0
Develop treatment plans based on patients' histories and goals, the nature and severity of disorders, and treatment risks and benefits.Details
29-1069
0.00330.9
Interpret images using computer-aided detection or diagnosis systems.Details
29-1069
0.00310.9
Consult with patients following radiation treatments to provide information and assess outcomes or to recommend further consultation or treatments as appropriate.Details
29-1069
0.00290.8
Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians.Details
29-1069
0.00290.8
Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.Details
29-1069
0.00290.8
Interpret the results of neuroimaging studies such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans.Details
29-1069
0.00270.8
Design, implement, or evaluate health service delivery systems to improve the health of targeted populations.Details
29-1069
0.00270.8
Develop and prescribe exercise programs such as off-season conditioning regimens.Details
29-1069
0.00260.8
Present research findings at national meetings or in peer-reviewed journals.Details
29-1069
0.00250.7
Provide information about potential health hazards and possible interventions to the media, the public, other health care professionals, or local, state, and federal health authorities.Details
29-1069
0.00250.7
Check and approve the quality of diagnostic images before patients are discharged.Details
29-1069
0.00230.7
Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments.Details
29-1069
0.00220.6
Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids.Details
29-1069
0.00210.6
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職業情報
Projected change: +3.4%
Median wage: $266K
lowest $31Kmedian wage across 825 detailed occupations, BLS EP 2025–35highest $559K
Employment: 367K
Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree