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Description
The science that studies the human organs and its interactions and mechanisms.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 25 occupations
- Optional in 19 occupations
- Total: 44 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)
Essential for
- PhysiotherapistPhysiotherapists are autonomous health professionals who are responsible for developing, maintaining or restoring motor function and movement throughout the lifespan using evidence…
- KinesiologistA Kinesiologist is a healthcare and movement science professional who studies human motion and applies this knowledge to improve health, fitness, rehabilitation, and performance. T…
- Anaesthetic technicianAnaesthetic technicians assist specialised doctors in anaesthetics. They prepare operating theatres and other specialised clinics for anaesthetic procedures, prepare the equipment …
- Nursing lecturerNursing lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers, and often doctors who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specia…
- PhysiologistA Physiologist is a scientist who studies the functions and mechanisms of living organisms, focusing on how cells, tissues, organs, and systems work together to support life. Physi…
- Biomedical scientistBiomedical scientists perform all laboratory methods required as part of medical examination, treatment and research activities, particularly clinical-chemical, haematological, imm…
- Occupational therapistOccupational therapists assist individuals or groups with occupational limitations due to diseases, physical disorders, and temporary or permanent mental disabilities in regaining …
- Herbal therapistHerbal therapists use herbal medicine to relief pain and treat illnesses such as allergies, chronic physical conditions or stress-related conditions. They study the properties and …
- ChiropractorChiropractors are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders related to the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general heal…
- Anatomical pathology technicianAnatomical pathology technicians assist specialised doctors in pathology in conducting post-mortem examinations, keeping records of the samples, specimens, organs and the respectiv…
- PhlebotomistPhlebotomists take blood samples from patients for laboratory analysis, ensuring patient safety during the blood collection process. They transport the specimen to the laboratory, …
- Nuclear medicine radiographerNuclear Medicine Radiographers plan, prepare and perform nuclear medicine examinations, post-processing and treatment with a wide range of equipment and techniques using X-rays, ma…
- HomeopathA Homeopath is a healthcare professional who practices homeopathy, a system of alternative medicine that focuses on the principles of "like cures like" and the use of highly dilute…
- OrthoptistOrthoptists diagnose and treat anomalies of binocular vision. They examine, assess, and treat vision impairments, squint, amblyopia, and eye motility disorders. Orthoptists apply t…
- Diagnostic radiographerDiagnostic radiographers plan, prepare and perform diagnostic imaging examinations and post-processing with a wide range of equipment and techniques using X-rays, strong magnetic f…
- Speech and language therapistSpeech and language therapists focus on the etiology, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of communication and swallowing disorders in people of all ages to help them …
- Traditional Chinese medicine therapistTraditional Chinese medicine therapists use alternative medicine approaches to cure illnesses in all its forms. They also use various therapies, such as herbal medicines, acupunctu…
- Auxiliary nursing and midwifery vocational teacherAuxiliary nursing and midwifery vocational teachers instruct students in their specialised field of study, auxiliary nursing and midwifery, which is predominantly practical in na…
- DietitianDietitians assess specific nutritional requirements of populations or individuals throughout their lives and translate this into advice which will maintain, reduce risk to, or rest…
- Nurse responsible for general careA nurse responsible for general care is a health care professional qualified to practise nursing both individually and in cooperation with others. Nurses responsible for general ca…
- Specialist chiropractorA Specialist Chiropractor is a healthcare professional who focuses on diagnosing and treating neuromuscular disorders through manual adjustment and manipulation of the spine. They …
- AudiologistAudiologists assess, diagnose, and treat patients ( children or adults) with audiological and vestibular disorders caused by infectious, genetic, traumatic, or degenerative conditi…
- SophrologistSophrologists aim to reduce their clients` stress and produce optimal health and well-being by applying a dynamic relaxation method which consists of a specific set of physical and…
- PodiatristPodiatrists are foot specialists who study foot physiology and pathology from a structural and functional standpoint. They assess, diagnose, and treat physical, sporting injuries, …
- Pharmaceutical engineerA Pharmaceutical Engineer is a specialized type of engineer who designs, develops, and optimizes processes and equipment used in the production of pharmaceutical products, such as …
Optional for
- Sports instructorSports instructors introduce people to a sport and teach them the skills required for the performance of sport. They have a strong grip on one or more sports, which…
- Clinical coderClinical coders read patients' medical records. They analyse and interpret medical statements about diseases, injuries and procedures. Clinical coders convert this information into…
- AromatherapistAromatherapists use essential oils extracted from herbal products at the level of the interface skin and mucous membranes to improve the clients` well-being. They treat a variety o…
- RadiographerRadiographers use a range of technologies to examine, treat and care for patients. They work in the fields of Medical Imaging, Radiotherapy and Nuclear Medicine and apply ionising …
- Dance therapistA Dance Therapist is a mental health professional who uses dance and movement as therapeutic tools to enhance the emotional, cognitive, physical, and social integration of individu…
- Polygraph examinerPolygraph examiners prepare individuals for polygraph testing, conduct the polygraph exam and interpret the results. They pay close attention to detail and use a range of instrumen…
- Vocational teacherVocational teachers instruct students in their specialised field of study, which is predominantly practical in nature. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practi…
- Occupational therapy assistantOccupational therapy assistants support occupational therapists by working with people and communities to enhance their ability to engage in the occupations they want to, need to, …
- Nurse assistantHealthcare assistants work in teams of nurses within the occupational fields of nursing, social care, clinical care and care of people of all age-groups. Healthcare assistants assi…
- Prosthetist-orthotistProsthetist-orthotists design and custom fit prostheses and orthoses for individuals who are missing a limb from accident, disease, or congenital conditions or for individuals who …
- Massage therapistMassage therapists provide therapeutic massage treatments to improve the well-being of their clients. They perform a variety of massage types such as shiatsu and Swedish massage, a…
- Medical records managerMedical records managers are responsible for managing activities of medical records units which maintain and secure patient data. They supervise, oversee and train employees while …
- Thanatology researcherThanatology researchers study death and the dying in a variety of scientific fields such as psychology, sociology, physiology and anthropology. They contribute to the growth of kno…
- OsteopathAn osteopath is an individual who has completed an appropriate education in osteopathy and continues to demonstrate the required standards. (example: CEN Standard) Osteopaths provi…
- First aid instructorFirst aid instructors teach students immediate lifesaving emergency measures, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the recovery position, and injury care. They provided practice …
- Biomedical scientist advancedBiomedical scientists advanced undertake advanced translational research in the biomedical science field and perform as educators of their professions or as other professionals. Ot…
- Chemical engineerA Chemical Engineer is a professional who applies principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering to design, develop, and optimize processes for producing chemicals,…
- Personal trainerPersonal trainers design, implement and evaluate exercise or physical activity programmes for one or more individual clients by collecting and analysing client information. They st…
- Recreational therapistRecreational therapists treat people with behavioural disorders or conditions. They use techniques and interventions such as art, music, animals, and dance to promote, maintain, an…
Related skills
- Human anatomy
- Ensure safety of healthcare users
- Empathise with the healthcare user
- Comply with legislation related to health care
- Provide health education
- Apply context specific clinical competences
- Work in multidisciplinary health teams
- Interact with healthcare users
- Listen actively
- First aid
- Follow clinical guidelines
- Comply with quality standards related to healthcare practice
Last updated on February 18, 2026
