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Sports Medicine Physicians

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical activities.

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27 tasks26 core, 1 supplemental
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Healthcare PractitionersOne of its 96 occupations
Code
29-1229.06SOC 2018: 29-1229

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  1. Task 1. Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.Core taskTask 17281Rated by 66 people who do the job, July 2012
  2. Task 2. Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.Core taskTask 17273Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  3. Task 3. Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.Core taskTask 17257Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  4. Task 4. Record athletes' medical care information, and maintain medical records.Core taskTask 17268Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  5. Task 5. Record athletes' medical histories, and perform physical examinations.Core taskTask 17265Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  6. Task 6. Examine and evaluate athletes prior to participation in sports activities to determine level of physical fitness or predisposition to injuries.Core taskTask 17276Rated by 66 people who do the job, July 2012
  7. Task 7. Coordinate sports care activities with other experts, including specialty physicians and surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, or coaches.Core taskTask 17278Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  8. Task 8. Provide education and counseling on illness and injury prevention.Core taskTask 17270Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  9. Task 9. Participate in continuing education activities to improve and maintain knowledge and skills.Core taskTask 17259Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  10. Task 10. Advise athletes, trainers, or coaches to alter or cease sports practices that are potentially harmful.Core taskTask 17263Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2012
  11. Task 11. Inform coaches, trainers, or other interested parties regarding the medical conditions of athletes.Core taskTask 17269Rated by 66 people who do the job, July 2012
  12. Task 12. Examine, evaluate and treat athletes who have been injured or who have medical problems such as exercise-induced asthma.Core taskTask 17280Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  13. Task 13. Supervise the rehabilitation of injured athletes.Core taskTask 17266Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  14. Task 14. Refer athletes for specialized consultation, physical therapy, or diagnostic testing.Core taskTask 17267Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  15. Task 15. Prescribe medications for the treatment of athletic-related injuries.Core taskTask 17272Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  16. Task 16. Inform athletes about nutrition, hydration, dietary supplements, or uses and possible consequences of medication.Core taskTask 17274Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  17. Task 17. Develop and test procedures for dealing with emergencies during practices or competitions.Core taskTask 17277Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  18. Task 18. Attend games and competitions to provide evaluation and treatment of activity-related injuries or medical conditions.Core taskTask 17264Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2012
  19. Task 19. Advise coaches, trainers, or physical therapists on the proper use of exercises and other therapeutic techniques, and alert them to potentially dangerous practices.Core taskTask 17279Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  20. Task 20. Observe and evaluate athletes' mental well-being.Core taskTask 17258Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2012
  21. Task 21. Select and prepare medical equipment or medications to be taken to athletic competition sites.Core taskTask 17255Rated by 66 people who do the job, July 2012
  22. Task 22. Conduct research in the prevention or treatment of injuries or medical conditions related to sports and exercise.Core taskTask 17262Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  23. Task 23. Prescribe orthotics, prosthetics, and adaptive equipment.Core taskTask 17271Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2012
  24. Task 24. Evaluate and manage chronic pain conditions.Core taskTask 17275Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2012
  25. Task 25. Develop and prescribe exercise programs, such as off-season conditioning regimens.Core taskTask 17260Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  26. Task 26. Provide coaches and therapists with assistance in selecting and fitting protective equipment.Core taskTask 17256Rated by 65 people who do the job, July 2012
  27. Task 27. Advise athletes on ways that substances, such as herbal remedies, could affect drug testing results.Supplemental taskTask 17261Rated by 64 people who do the job, July 2012

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  2. Classification
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