Physician
Sierra Robinson
Physician/ Surgeon Description
Physicians see patients, perform check-ups, diagnose/ treat illnesses, take patients medical history, order tests for nurses, and a lot more. http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-2
Certifications
ABMS (American Board of Medical Specialties) MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) http://www.abms.org/board-certification/
Day of work
Physicians have irregular hours. So days may start at different times depending on if they are on call or not. A physician may start at a private office and move to a hospital or nursing home. Physicians see patients throughout the day for appointments (check-ups) and can help them treat illness' and answer and questions they have.
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-3
Pay
In 2012 the average income for physicians was $187,200 or $90.00 a hour, depending on what kind of physician you become you can make as much as $369,233
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-5
Education Requirements
4 years of undergraduate school, 4 years of med school, and 3-8 years at a residency
Doctoral or professional degree.
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-4
Where to work
Private offices or clinics (Hospitals and Doctor's offices)
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-3
Skills Necessary
Communication skills because of the constant contact with patients, compassion because it's a hard job to do and you have to want to do it and go through the schooling and hard times. Dexterity because physicians are constantly working with their hands. Problem solving because people are coming to you in hopes you can help them out.
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-4
Job Outlook
The job outlook for physicians is expected to grow 18% by 2022
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm#tab-6
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