Typical Tasks
Advise patients about recommended courses of treatment.
Analyze x-rays to locate the sources of patients' difficulties and to rule out fractures or diseases as sources of problems.
Consult with or refer patients to appropriate health practitioners when necessary.
Counsel patients about nutrition, exercise, sleeping habits, stress management, or other matters.
Evaluate the functioning of the neuromuscularskeletal system and the spine using systems of chiropractic diagnosis.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Integrity
Concern for Others
Self-Control
Leadership
Dependability
Attention to Detail
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Social Perceptiveness
Expected Knowledge
Medicine and Dentistry
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 Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Customer and Personal Service
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.
Common Activities
Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
