Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Doctor?
Today an AI can already prep materials, sort notes, and write a first summary. The class, the source, and the patient still need someone in the room.
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Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Doctor
22%
AI or a robot can already do 22% of this job.
#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
IS WORK OVER?
Mason
15%
#98 / 103
View rankingMason
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Read drawings, measure and order material.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 30% | +4.8 |
Setting out and levels on site.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 22% | +3.1 |
Raise walls, render and plaster.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 24% | 8% | +1.9 |
Floors, tiling and finishing.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Safety, scaffolding and clearing the bay.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 10% | +1.6 |
Coordinate with foreman, plumber and electrician.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 15% | +2.1 |
| Total | 100% | 15% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- build walls
- plaster
- site work
- Read drawings, measure and order material
- Setting out and levels on site
- Raise walls, render and plaster
- Floors, tiling and finishing
- Safety, scaffolding and clearing the bay
- albanil
- mason
Sources for this job· O*NET 47-2021.00· ESCO/ISCO 7112