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?
Pediatrician
21%
#89 / 103
View rankingPediatrician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
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. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.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. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- synthesise information
- develop own practices continuously
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1221.00· ESCO/ISCO 2211