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Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric - 29-1242.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and prevent rheumatic and other diseases in the musculoskeletal system.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

No information available.

SOC Occupation Groups

29-0000	Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-1000	Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
29-1240	Surgeons
29-1242.00	Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric

Related Occupations

29-1022.00	Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Bright Outlook
29-1081.00	Podiatrists
29-1211.00	Anesthesiologists
29-1213.00	Dermatologists
29-1216.00	General Internal Medicine Physicians
29-1217.00	Neurologists
29-1229.03	Urologists
29-1229.04	Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians
29-1241.00	Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
29-1243.00	Pediatric Surgeons

Tasks

Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.
Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions, and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.
Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.
Examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.
Examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk.
Follow established surgical techniques during the operation.
Manage surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment.
Operate on patient's musculoskeletal system to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.
Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.
Prepare case histories.
Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, or preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area.
Provide consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons.
Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.

Detailed Work Activities

Advise medical personnel regarding healthcare issues.
Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
Diagnose medical conditions.
Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.
Manage healthcare operations.
Operate on patients to treat conditions.
Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
Order medical supplies or equipment.
Prescribe medications.
Prescribe treatments or therapies.
Record patient medical histories.
Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.
Supervise patient care personnel.
Treat chronic diseases or disorders.

Military Crosswalk Titles

Aerospace Medical Service Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medicine (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Bomber (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, C2ISREW (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Fighter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, General (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Helicopter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, RPA (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Space Medical Operations Experienced (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Special Operations (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Tanker (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medicine Physician Specialist, Trainer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Cardiologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Colon Rectal Surgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Anesthesia (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Emergency Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Internal Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Neurology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Pediatrics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Dental Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medical Specialist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medicine Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Medicine Services Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Medicine Specialist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Physician (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Endodontist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Family Medicine (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Family Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Family Physician (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Family Physician, Obstetrics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Family Physician, Pain Management (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Family Physician, Sports Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Field Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Gastroenterologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medical Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Bomber (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, C2ISREW (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Fighter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, General (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Helicopter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, RPA (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Space Medical Operations Experienced (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Special Operations (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Tanker (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medicine Officer (GMO) Flight Surgeon, Trainer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Practice Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
General Surgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician, Endocrinology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician, Maternal-Fetal Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician, Minimally-Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician, Oncology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician, Urogynecology/Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Maxillofacial Prosthetist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Medical Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Medical Service Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Neurosurgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Neurosurgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Nurse Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Obstetrician and Gynecologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Obstetrician-Gynecologist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Operating Room Nurse (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Operating Room Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
Ophthalmologist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Cornea/External Disease (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Glaucoma (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Neuro-Ophthalmology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Oculoplastics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Pathology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Strabismus/Pediatrics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Ophthalmologist, Vitreous/Retina (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Opthalmic Surgical Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Facial Esthetics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Maxillofacial Reconstruction (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Temporomandibular Joint (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Cast Room Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
Orthopedic Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
Orthopedic Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon (Navy - Warrant Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Biomechanical (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Hand Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)

Orthopedic Surgeon, Hand Surgery (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Oncology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Oncology (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Pediatrics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Replacement Arthroplasty (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Replacement Arthroplasty (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Spine Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Spine Surgery (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Traumatology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Orthopedic Surgeon, Traumatology (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otolaryngologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Otolaryngologist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Facial Plastic Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Head and Neck Surgical Oncology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Laryngology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Otology/Neurotology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Pediatric Otolaryngology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Rhinology and Cranial Base Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Otorhinolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon, Sleep Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Periodontist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Perioperative Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Perioperative Nurse (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Peripheral Vascular Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Physiatrist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Physical Medicine Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Bomber (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, C2ISREW (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Fighter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, General (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Helicopter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, RPA (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Special Operations (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Tanker (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pilot-Physician, Trainer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Plastic Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Plastic Surgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Podiatric Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Podiatrist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Podiatry (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Preventive Medicine Officer (Occupational) (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Board eligible in emergency medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Board eligible in family medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Board eligible in internal medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Board eligible in pediatric medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Bomber (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, C2ISREW (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Fighter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, General (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Helicopter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, RPA (if Prefix P) (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Space Medical Operations Experienced (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Special Operations (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Tanker (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Residency Trained Flight Surgeon, Trainer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Rheumatologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Cardiac (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Colon and Rectal (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Neurological (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Oncology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Pediatric (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Peripheral Vascular (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Plastic (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Thoracic (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgeon, Trauma/Critical Care (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Surgical Technologist (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Apprentice, Orthopedics (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Apprentice, Otolaryngology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Apprentice, Urology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Craftsman, Orthopedics (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Craftsman, Otolaryngology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Craftsman, Urology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Helper, Orthopedics (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Helper, Otolaryngology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Helper, Urology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Journeyman, Orthopedics (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Journeyman, Otolaryngology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Journeyman, Urology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Surgical Technologist Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Thoracic Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist, Endourology/Robotics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist, Female Urology/Reconstruction (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist, Oncology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Urologist, Pediatrics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

Surgeon