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SOC: 29-1064 Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, especially those affecting the reproductive system and the process of childbirth.
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Education: Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
OJT: Employees may need some on-the-job training, but most of these occupations assume that the person will already have the required skills, knowledge, work-related experience, and/or training.
Tasks: Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, and examination results. Treat diseases of female organs. Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods. Prescribe or administer therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury. Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely. Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient. Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients. Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary. Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention. Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary. Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff. Consult with or provide consulting services to other physicians. Plan, implement, or administer health programs in hospitals, businesses, or communities for prevention and treatment of injuries or illnesses.
License: License not required.
Outlook: Good
Alabama Employment Outlook
Alabama Wage Data
Hourly Wage   Annual Wage
Entry $62.73   Entry $130,476.00
Mean $120.26   Mean $250,142.00
Experience $149.03 Experience $309,970.00

The data is based on the May 2017 Occupation Employment Survey employment and wage estimate file. The wages have been aged using the most current ECI factors reflecting wages as of June 2018.

Alabama Projections
Estimated Employment 2016Projected Employment 2026Annual Average OpeningsAnnual Growth Rate
17019051.11
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No postsecondary schools reported programs.
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