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Can AI do the work of a Admin assistant?
Today an AI can already handle the first pass: repeat tickets, stock emails, a simple reset. The odd case, the angry customer, and fraud still need a person.
It is not a forecast of job losses either.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Admin assistant
31%
AI or a robot can already do 31% of this job.
#27 / 103
View rankingAdmin assistant
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Use computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 48% | +3.8 |
Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Operate office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems and arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Operate electronic mail systems and coordinate the flow of information, internally or with other organizations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Create, maintain, and enter information into databases.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Make copies of correspondence or other printed material.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Set up and manage paper or electronic filing systems, recording information, updating paperwork, or maintaining documents, such as attendance records, correspondence, or other material.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 47% | 28% | +13.2 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- design interfaces
- prototypes
- figma
- company policies
- use spreadsheets software
- disseminate internal communications
- maintain internal communication systems
- file documents
- organise business documents
- monitor staff absences
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-6014.00· ESCO/ISCO 4120
IS WORK OVER?
Doctor
22%
#87 / 103
View rankingDoctor
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Prescribe or administer medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Manage and treat common health problems, such as infections, influenza or pneumonia, as well as serious, chronic, and complex illnesses, in adolescents, adults, and the elderly.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Treat internal disorders, such as hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, or problems of the lung, brain, kidney, or gastrointestinal tract.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 36% | 28% | +10.1 |
| Total | 100% | 22% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- care for patients
- diagnose
- nursing care
- clinical notes
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- synthesise information
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1216.00· ESCO/ISCO 2211