Occupational Medicine Physician
Duties and Responsibilities: They must have a wide knowledge of clinical medicine and be competent in a number of important areas. The occupational medicine works to prevent diseases and promote wellness amongst workers. Occupational medicine physicians must have
- Knowledge of potential hazards in the work area including toxic properties of materials being used
- Critique employees fitness and for work
- Diagnose and treat occupational disease and injury
- Know about rehabilitation methods, health education and government laws and regulations concerning workplace health
- Manage health service delivery
Salary: $204,543-273,800 is the average salary for a Occupational Medicine Physician.
Education: 4 years of medical training( @ institute accredited by LCME), High School Diploma.
Demand: 30% increases between 2014-2024.
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Reflection: Would you like to be one? Why? Why not?
I would not like to be a occupational medicine physician because this part of the medical field does not interest me. I am more interested on the cardiovascular jobs because I think the heart is very interesting.
