How do they match: Pediatricians, General

  • Medical Doctor
  • Medical Pediatric Physician

  • Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.
  • Conduct research to study anatomy and develop or test medications, treatments, or procedures to prevent or control disease or injury.
  • Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
  • Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.
  • Plan and execute medical care programs to aid in the mental and physical growth and development of children and adolescents.
  • Plan, implement, or administer health programs or standards in hospitals, businesses, or communities for prevention or treatment of injury or illness.
  • Prepare government or organizational reports of birth, death, and disease statistics, workforce evaluations, or medical status of individuals.
  • Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.
  • Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.
  • Teach residents or medical students about pediatric topics.
  • Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.

  • Administer non-intravenous medications.
  • Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues.
  • Advise communities or institutions regarding health or safety issues.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
  • Design public or employee health programs.
  • Direct healthcare delivery programs.
  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
  • Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
  • Prepare official health documents or records.
  • Prescribe medications.
  • Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
  • Record patient medical histories.
  • Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
  • Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel.