DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
29-1067 Surgeons
Occupational Description:
Physicians who treat diseases, injuries, and deformities by invasive, minimally-invasive, or non-invasive surgical methods, such as using instruments, appliances, or by manual manipulation. Excludes "Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons" (29-1022).| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| EDR 4 - West Central | 30 | 5 | $118/yr | $19.36/hr | $79.87/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr |
| Minnesota | 1,340 | 377 | >$94.00/hr | N/A | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr |
| U S | 42,340 | 1,228 | $114/yr | $1.48/hr | $57.66/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr | >$80.00/hr |
| *SE = Standard error, a measure of the statistical reliability of the estimate. | |||||||||
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| Occupation (click title for details) | OES | Projections | |
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| Employment | Median Wage | % Change - | |
| Registered Nurses | 1,480 | $29.78/hr | N/A |
| Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics | 180 | $16.57/hr | N/A |
Tasks for Surgeons
- Operates on patient to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.
- Analyzes patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
- Examines patient to provide information on medical condition and patient's surgical risk.
- Conducts research to develop and test surgical techniques to improve operating procedures and outcomes.
- Directs and coordinates activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, and other medical staff.
- Examines instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.
- Refers patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.