Typical Tasks
Adhere to local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and statutes.
Analyze physical findings and medical histories to make diagnoses according to Oriental medicine traditions.
Collect medical histories and general health and lifestyle information from patients.
Develop individual treatment plans and strategies.
Educate patients on topics, such as meditation, ergonomics, stretching, exercise, nutrition, the healing process, breathing, or relaxation techniques.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Integrity
Dependability
Self-Control
Attention to Detail
Independence
Adaptability/Flexibility
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation
Judgment and Decision Making
Speaking
Expected Knowledge
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Common 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.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
