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By Samantha DanceBy Samantha Dance

Anesthesiologist

Medical Examiner (Coroner)

Holland CodeHolland Code

I: Investigative- annalistic, observant towards tasks.

I feel that I am an investigative person. I am a very detailed oriented person and like to observe.

C: Conventional- numbers, data, mathematics.

I feel that I am a conventional person. I like working with numbers and my second favorite subject is math.

E: Enterprising- persuasion for economics. (money related)

I feel that I am an enterprising person. This has to do with math and working with numbers. I actually might be interested in this area.

Holland Code Cont…Holland Code Cont…

Job Environment: Medical AreaThe Holland Code reflects my personality because I am a

very observant and social person. I like to observe every detail and look things over.

To be a medical examiner, in my opinion, I think that you have to be ICE on the Holland Code. You would have to be mathematically knowledgeable and capable to complete any detailed oriented task.

Medical ExaminerMedical Examiner

A medical examiner is a licensed, surgical doctor that performs autopsies on humans that died of natural causes or died from criminal harm.

Work along side the police, criminal investigators, and forensic scientists.

Determine the cause(s) of death. Fill out death certificates and paperwork for the

authorities. Collects evidence from the cadaver (if even found).

Medical Examiner: Medical Examiner: Earnings, Hours, Outlook.Earnings, Hours, Outlook.

Hours: An average of 10-12 hour work days.

-You will be on call, just incase any criminal death happens.

Earnings: Between the amounts of $105,000-$500,000.

Outlook: 2008- 306,300 employed in investigative field.

By 2018, 327,200 will be employed (7% increase)

Medical Examiner: Medical Examiner: Skills, Knowledge, Schooling. Skills, Knowledge, Schooling.

Skills: Speaking, Active Listening, Science, Reading, Active Learning,

Knowledge/Education:

-4 years of college majoring in biochemistry or forensics.

-4 years of medical school to earn a M.D. or D.O. degree.

-4 to 5 years of training.

-1 year of internships and residency

-Lastly, getting a verified certificate after you pass the pathology exam.

AnesthesiologistAnesthesiologist

An anesthesiologist is a medical specialist who specializes in administering anesthetics to patients before they undergo surgical procedures.

Work along side surgeons. Relieve pain after the surgery in the recovery room. Check pulse, heart rate, and breathing during surgery.

Anesthesiologist: Anesthesiologist: Earnings, Hours, Outlook.Earnings, Hours, Outlook.

Hours: One third of this occupation works an average of 60 hours weekly.

Earnings: Between the amounts of $195,400 to $290,000.

Outlook: 2008- 661,400 employed in physicians and surgeons.

By 2018, 805,500 will be employed. (22% increase)

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Skills: Reading Comprehension, Operation Monitoring, Science, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking.

Knowledge/Education:

-4 year college degree majoring in organic chemistry, physics, and biology.

-2 year medical degree specializing in anesthesia.

-Internships and job shadowing in the operation rooms.

Who Will Hire Me?Who Will Hire Me?

Pathologist AssistantCompany: MSKCC Location: New York City, NY 10065Job Status/Type: Full Time Employee Industry: Healthcare Services Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Reference Code: 1170MN30

OR/Surgical TechnicianCompany: WestMed Medical Group Location: Rye, NY 10580 Industries: Healthcare Services Job Type: Full Time Employee Years of Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Reference Code: OR Tech