Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 5 – Extensive preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Extensive skill, knowledge, or experience is needed |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 2.A.1.a | 4.12 | 07/2014 |
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 4.0 | 07/2014 |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.B.2.i | 4.0 | 07/2014 |
| Active Learning | 2.A.2.b | 3.88 | 07/2014 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.88 | 07/2014 |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.B.1.a | 3.88 | 07/2014 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.2 | 4.25 | 07/2014 |
| Deductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.4 | 4.12 | 07/2014 |
| Inductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.5 | 4.0 | 07/2014 |
| Oral Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.1 | 4.0 | 07/2014 |
| Oral Expression | 1.A.1.a.3 | 4.0 | 07/2014 |
| Problem Sensitivity | 1.A.1.b.3 | 4.0 | 07/2014 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interpret laboratory results and communicate findings to patients or physicians. | Core | 23 | 07/2014 |
| Discuss testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in making informed decisions. | Core | 23 | 07/2014 |
| Analyze genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. | Core | 23 | 07/2014 |
| Provide counseling to patient and family members by providing information, education, or reassurance. | Core | 23 | 07/2014 |
| Write detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians. | Core | 23 | 07/2014 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Investigative | 5.86 | 11/2023 |
| Social | 5.45 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 3.89 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 2.73 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 2.34 | 11/2023 |
| Realistic | 1.66 | 11/2023 |