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Occupation Specific Tasks:
Operates on patient to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.Analyzes patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.Examines patient to provide information on medical condition and patient's surgical risk.Refers patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.Conducts research to develop and test surgical techniques to improve operating procedures and outcomes.Examines instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.Directs and coordinates activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, and other medical staff.Generalized Work Activities:
Getting Information Needed to Do the Job - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying underlying principles, reasons, or facts by breaking down information or data into separate parts.Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Combining, evaluating, and reasoning with information and data to make decisions and solve problems. These processes involve making decisions about the relative importance of information and choosing the best solution Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information received by making estimates or categorizations, recognizing differences or similarities, or sensing changes in circumstances or events. Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing assistance or personal care to others.