Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Dietitian?
Dietitians assess eating and design plans for the person in front of them.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Dietitian
20%
AI or a robot can already do 20% of this job.
#90 / 103
View rankingDietitian
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 22% | +2.9 |
Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 22% | +2.6 |
Evaluate laboratory tests in preparing nutrition recommendations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Record and evaluate patient and family health and food history, including symptoms, environmental toxic exposure, allergies, medication factors, and preventive health-care measures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Incorporate patient cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences and needs in the development of nutrition plans.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Consult with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient or client.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Coordinate diet counseling services.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 22% | 28% | +6.2 |
| Total | 100% | 20% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- hygiene in a health care setting
- eating disorders
- counselling methods
- health care legislation
- biological chemistry
- calculation of food energy
- medical terminology
- supervision of persons
- human physiology
- pharmacology
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2265
IS WORK OVER?
Lab technician
37%
#14 / 103
View rankingLab technician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
| Total | 100% | 37% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- techniques of blood-sampling
- microbiology-bacteriology
- laboratory techniques
- blood type classification
- perform laboratory tests
- transport blood samples
- archive healthcare users' records
- mix chemicals
- record test data
- maintain laboratory equipment
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-2012.00· ESCO/ISCO 3212