Neurologist

Neurologist Job Description: Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and disorders of the nervous system.
Life As a Neurologist: What Do They Do?Interview patients to obtain information such as complaints, symptoms, medical histories, and family histories.Perform or interpret the outcomes of procedures or diagnostic tests such as lumbar punctures, electroencephalography, electromyography, and nerve conduction velocity tests.Refer patients to other health care practitioners as necessary.Diagnose neurological conditions based on interpretation of examination findings, histories, or test results.Perform specialized treatments in areas such as sleep disorders, neuroimmunology, neuro-oncology, behavioral neurology, and neurogenetics.Supervise medical technicians in the performance of neurological diagnostic or therapeutic activities.Skills RequiredThe following skills are essential for Neurologists:
Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

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