1. Pediatrician
By: Jessica
January 10, 2006

2. I’m Interested in… I’m interested in becoming a Pediatrician because…
- I like playing with children
- I always wanted to help people whether it’s children or adults.
- I love anything that deals with the medical field.

3. Typical Tasks Examines children, regularly for check-ups.
Treats children with Health problems, minor illness and prescribes treatment.
Counsels patients on diet and hygiene.
Collects and records patient information;medical history, reports and tests results

4. Typical Tasks (Continued)
Provides care from birth to early adulthood;infants, children and teenagers.

5. Working Conditions Good
I will work in small private offices, assisted by a small group of nurses.
I’m in an Environmentally controlled area
My working area is sterile.
It’s common safety attire

6. Working Conditions (Continued)
Bad
You’ll be exposed to Disease and Infections
If you’re a surgeon you have to stand for a long period of time.
Work 60 hours or more a week

7. Job Outlook
Opportunities are expected to very good because of the new technology increase.
It’s best to get a job in a rural or a low-income area.

8. Training/Education I need 4 years of undergraduate school
4 years of medical school
3 to 8 yrs of internship and residency(depends on state)
Must have a license
Need:
Physics
Biology
Math
English
Inorganic and organic chemistry

9. Skills and Abilities General learning ability Verbal aptitude
Numerical aptitude
Form perception
Finger dexterity

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