29-1000 Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
Minor occupational group (Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners) within the major group 'Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations' under the BLS SOC 2018.
Where 29-1000 sits in the SOC 2018 hierarchy
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Subcategories of 29-1000 Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
- 29-1010Chiropractors
Assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of spine and musculoskeletal system. May provide spinal adjustment or address sacral or pelvic misalignment.
- 29-1020Dentists
Broad occupation category (Dentists) within the minor group 'Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
- 29-1030Dietitians and Nutritionists
Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.
- 29-1040Optometrists
Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.
- 29-1050Pharmacists
Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.
- 29-1070Physician Assistants
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
- 29-1080Podiatrists
Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.
- 29-1120Therapists
Broad occupation category (Therapists) within the minor group 'Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
- 29-1130Veterinarians
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.
- 29-1140Registered Nurses
Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required.
- 29-1150Nurse Anesthetists
Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
- 29-1160Nurse Midwives
Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.
- 29-1170Nurse Practitioners
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
- 29-1180Audiologists
Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.
- 29-1210Physicians
Broad occupation category (Physicians) within the minor group 'Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
- 29-1240Surgeons
Broad occupation category (Surgeons) within the minor group 'Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
- 29-1290Miscellaneous Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
Broad occupation category (Miscellaneous Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners) within the minor group 'Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners' under the BLS SOC 2018. Aggregator of related detailed occupations.
Other SOC 2018 codes under 29-1000 Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
Frequently asked questions
- What is SOC 2018 29-1000?
- SOC 2018 29-1000 is "Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners". Minor occupational group (Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners) within the major group 'Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations' under the BLS SOC 2018.
- What does SOC 2018 29-1000 include?
- 29-1000 Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners contains 17 direct subcategories: 29-1010 Chiropractors; 29-1020 Dentists; 29-1030 Dietitians and Nutritionists; 29-1040 Optometrists; 29-1050 Pharmacists; 29-1070 Physician Assistants; and more.
- What is the parent category of 29-1000?
- 29-1000 Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners sits under 29-1000 Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners in the SOC 2018 hierarchy.
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