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Can AI do the work of a Veterinarian?
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.
It does not predict how many jobs will disappear.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Veterinarian
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#67 / 103
View rankingVeterinarian
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Inoculate animals against various diseases, such as rabies or distemper.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 48% | +4.8 |
Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Advise animal owners regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions, or treatment options.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Direct the overall operations of animal hospitals, clinics, or mobile services to farms.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 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 pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Train or supervise workers who handle or care for animals.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 22% | +1.3 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- 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?
Paralegal
44%
#4 / 103
View rankingParalegal
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, and organize and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing system.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 21% | 55% | +11.6 |
Prepare, edit, or review legal documents, including legislation, briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, and real estate closing statements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 19% | 55% | +10.5 |
Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 55% | +5.5 |
Meet with clients and other professionals to discuss details of cases.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
File pleadings with court clerks.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 22% | +2.2 |
Prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 44% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- design interfaces
- prototypes
- figma
- legal case management
- legal research
- legal department processes
- legal terminology
- court procedures
- compile legal documents
- handle evidence
Sources for this job· O*NET 23-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3411