Description
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical activities.
Interests
- Investigative
- Social
- Realistic
Work Values
- Achievement
- Recognition
- Working Conditions
Work Styles
- Integrity
- Concern for Others
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Cooperation
Tasks
- Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
- Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.
- Record athletes' medical care information, and maintain medical records.
- Record athletes' medical histories, and perform physical examinations.
Work Activities
- Assisting and Caring for Others
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
- Getting Information
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Detailed Work 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.
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
- Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Technology Skills
- Medical software
- Spreadsheet software
- Electronic mail software
- Office suite software
- Analytical or scientific software
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Monitoring
Knowledge
- Medicine and Dentistry
- Biology
- English Language
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Diplomate American Chiropractic Board of Sports PhysiciansCertifying Organization
American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Ringside PhysicianCertifying Organization
Association of Ringside Physicians
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Subspecialty Certification in Orthopedic Sports MedicineCertifying Organization
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Sports MedicineCertifying Organization
American Board of Internal Medicine
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Certification in Orthopedic Sports MedicineCertifying Organization
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Type
Specialty
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $NaN |
| Median (50%) | $NaN |
| High (90%) | $NaN |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–7 years), to senior level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
| Entry Level | $50,000 |
| Mid Level | $100,000 |
| Senior Level | $150,000 |
Employability
There are currently 337,000 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 350,100 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 4%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 4%
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