Automation index
How much of a Veterinarian’s job can AI already do?
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.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Veterinarian
28%
AI can already do 28% of this job.
#126 / 623
View rankingVeterinarian
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Inoculate animals against various diseases, such as rabies or distemper.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 48% | +4.8 |
Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Advise animal owners regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions, or treatment options.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Direct the overall operations of animal hospitals, clinics, or mobile services to farms.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Provide care to a wide range of animals or specialize in a particular species, such as horses or exotic birds.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Train or supervise workers who handle or care for animals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 22% | +1.3 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- biosecurity related to animals
- signs of animal illness
- animal welfare legislation
- animal production science
- physiology of animals
- environmental enrichment for animals
- fundamental veterinary sciences
- veterinary clinical sciences
- anatomy of animals
- animal behaviour
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1131.00· ESCO/ISCO 2250
IS WORK OVER?
Doctor
22%
#351 / 623
View rankingDoctor
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 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 provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 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 provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 12% | +1 |
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 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 provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 36% | 28% | +10.1 |
| Total | 100% | 22% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- 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