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Urologists

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the renal glands.

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14 tasks14 core
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Healthcare PractitionersOne of its 96 occupations
Code
29-1229.03SOC 2018: 29-1229

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  1. Task 1. Diagnose or treat diseases or disorders of genitourinary organs and tracts including erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, incontinence, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, urethral stones, or premature ejaculation.Core taskTask 17295Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  2. Task 2. Examine patients using equipment, such as radiograph (x-ray) machines or fluoroscopes, to determine the nature and extent of disorder or injury.Core taskTask 17294Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  3. Task 3. Order and interpret the results of diagnostic tests, such as prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening, to detect prostate cancer.Core taskTask 17293Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  4. Task 4. Document or review patients' histories.Core taskTask 17283Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  5. Task 5. Prescribe or administer antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infection or injury.Core taskTask 17289Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  6. Task 6. Treat urologic disorders using alternatives to traditional surgery such as extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, laparoscopy, or laser techniques.Core taskTask 17287Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  7. Task 7. Provide urology consultation to physicians or other health care professionals.Core taskTask 17284Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  8. Task 8. Treat lower urinary tract dysfunctions using equipment such as diathermy machines, catheters, cystoscopes, or radium emanation tubes.Core taskTask 17288Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  9. Task 9. Direct the work of nurses, residents, or other staff to provide patient care.Core taskTask 17286Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  10. Task 10. Perform abdominal, pelvic, or retroperitoneal surgeries.Core taskTask 17291Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  11. Task 11. Prescribe medications to treat patients with erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, or ejaculation problems.Core taskTask 17290Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  12. Task 12. Refer patients to specialists when condition exceeds experience, expertise, or scope of practice.Core taskTask 17285Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  13. Task 13. Teach or train medical and clinical staff.Core taskTask 17282Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023
  14. Task 14. Perform brachytherapy, cryotherapy, high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), or photodynamic therapy to treat prostate or other cancers.Core taskTask 17292Rated by 46 people who do the job, August 2023

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    O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 29-1229
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