Automation index
How much of a Biomedical engineer’s job can AI already do?
A protocol and a model come earlier. Kit that does not fail in theatre does not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Biomedical engineer
25%
AI can already do 25% of this job.
#230 / 633
View rankingBiomedical engineer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Design, validate and document clinical devices and software.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
Tests, MDR and risk.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Hospital, clinicians and maintenance.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Vendors, quality and traceability.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
User training and post-market watch.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 16% | +2.9 |
Not putting a half-built prototype in theatre.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- care for patients
- diagnose
- nursing care
- clinical notes
- Tests, MDR and risk
- Hospital, clinicians and maintenance
- Vendors, quality and traceability
- User training and post-market watch
- ingeniero biomedico
- biomedical engineer
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2149
IS WORK OVER?
Dentist
24%
#262 / 633
View rankingDentist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Use dental air turbines, hand instruments, dental appliances, or surgical implements.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures and provide preventive or corrective services.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Advise or instruct patients regarding preventive dental care, the causes and treatment of dental problems, or oral health care services.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Analyze or evaluate dental needs to determine changes or trends in patterns of dental disease.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 34% | 28% | +9.5 |
| Total | 100% | 24% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- cosmetic dental procedures
- surgery
- dentistry science
- clinical disciplines in dentistry
- mouth anatomy
- anaesthetics
- perform oral health diagnosis
- rehabilitate worn dentition
- lead the dental team
- provide periodontal treatment
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2261