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Obstetricians and Gynecologists

SOC 29-1218.00Job Zone 5 · Extensive Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers the full scope of obstetric and gynecologic practice — from supervised clinical entry through independent patient management and surgical care to executive leadership in academic, hospital, community, and health-system settings.

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Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Female reproductive anatomy and physiology — identify and describe structures and functions under attending physician supervision during clinical rotations in an academic medical center.
  2. Prenatal patient records and medical histories — collect and document accurately using electronic health record systems under direct oversight in an obstetrics clinic.
  3. Diagnostic test results and laboratory reports — review and summarize findings with guidance from a supervising obstetrician-gynecologist in an inpatient hospital setting.
  4. Common gynecological conditions and disease presentations — recognize and report observations to senior clinicians during supervised patient encounters in a residency training program.
  5. Patient intake procedures and clinical protocols — follow established workflows to gather examination results and update charts using office suite and medical software systems.
  6. Prescribed medications and standard treatment plans — administer under attending physician direction and document dosage and patient response in the electronic medical record.
  7. Patient explanations of routine procedures — deliver using clear, empathetic language under supervision during outpatient gynecology appointments.
  8. Fetal monitoring equipment and vital sign tools — operate and interpret basic readings with direct guidance during labor and delivery shifts in a hospital maternity unit.
  9. Cesarean section and surgical assist protocols — participate in a supporting role under the direction of a lead surgeon in a hospital operating room.
  10. Evidence-based clinical guidelines for obstetric and gynecologic care — study and apply foundational principles when preparing for supervised patient management decisions.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Prenatal, natal, and postnatal care plans — develop and implement independently for low-risk pregnancies in a community obstetrics practice with reduced attending oversight.
  2. Medical histories, examination findings, and diagnostic reports — analyze systematically to formulate differential diagnoses for routine gynecological conditions in an outpatient clinic setting.
  3. Female reproductive diseases including infections, fibroids, and hormonal disorders — treat using established protocols and adjust therapies based on patient response in a clinical practice.
  4. Routine vaginal and cesarean deliveries — perform safely and competently, managing standard intraoperative decisions in a hospital labor and delivery unit.
  5. Medication regimens and specialized therapeutic interventions — prescribe and monitor for efficacy and adverse effects in patients with common obstetric and gynecological presentations.
  6. Patient progress across prenatal visits and postpartum recovery — monitor consistently and reevaluate treatment plans as clinical conditions evolve in a hospital or clinic environment.
  7. Test results and treatment options — communicate clearly to patients and families using active listening and plain language during consultations in a private or group practice.
  8. Electronic health record and medical software systems — use proficiently to maintain complete, accurate, and timely patient documentation across an outpatient gynecology panel.
  9. Time-sensitive clinical priorities across a patient caseload — manage effectively, coordinating with nursing and ancillary staff in a busy obstetrics department.
  10. Continuing medical literature and emerging clinical evidence — read and integrate into routine practice decisions to support active learning in an evolving specialty environment.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Complex, high-risk pregnancies involving comorbidities or complications — manage autonomously, applying advanced clinical judgment and coordinating multidisciplinary teams in a tertiary care center.
  2. Non-routine gynecological conditions including malignancies, congenital anomalies, and pelvic floor disorders — diagnose and treat using comprehensive evaluation and individualized care planning.
  3. Advanced surgical procedures including complex cesarean sections, hysterectomies, and laparoscopic interventions — perform independently and manage intraoperative complications in a hospital surgical suite.
  4. Comprehensive patient data sets including imaging, pathology, and longitudinal records — analyze with inductive and deductive reasoning to arrive at nuanced, evidence-based diagnoses.
  5. Therapeutic regimens for chronic gynecological diseases — prescribe, titrate, and monitor with full autonomy, adapting plans to individual patient physiology and comorbidity profiles.
  6. Informed consent and complex treatment discussions — lead with clarity, empathy, and professional authority, ensuring patients understand risks, benefits, and alternatives in sensitive clinical situations.
  7. Patient outcomes and population-level care quality metrics — monitor using data from medical software and spreadsheet tools to identify trends and drive continuous practice improvement.
  8. Ethical and clinical decision-making in high-stakes obstetric scenarios — exercise sound judgment independently, balancing maternal and fetal risk in urgent hospital delivery room situations.
  9. Interdisciplinary care coordination with maternal-fetal medicine specialists, oncologists, anesthesiologists, and social workers — lead effectively to optimize outcomes for complex patients across care settings.
  10. Clinical protocols and institutional guidelines for obstetric and gynecologic emergencies — apply and adapt with confidence, managing hemorrhage, eclampsia, or fetal distress in real-time inpatient environments.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Departmental clinical standards and evidence-based practice protocols for obstetrics and gynecology — develop and institutionalize across a hospital system to elevate quality and patient safety organization-wide.
  2. Residency training programs and medical education curricula — design and lead to develop the next generation of obstetrician-gynecologists in an academic medical center or teaching hospital.
  3. Strategic vision for women's health service lines — set and communicate to hospital leadership and administrative teams, aligning clinical priorities with organizational goals and community health needs.
  4. Complex medicolegal, ethical, and policy challenges in reproductive medicine — navigate at an organizational or regulatory level, advising institutional leadership and contributing to policy development.
  5. Research initiatives and clinical trials in obstetric and gynecologic medicine — lead as principal investigator, generating new knowledge that advances the specialty and informs national practice standards.
  6. Performance and professional development of attending physicians and clinical staff — mentor, evaluate, and coach systematically to build high-performing women's health teams across a healthcare enterprise.
  7. Quality improvement and patient safety programs at the department or system level — champion using data-driven methodologies, reducing maternal morbidity and mortality across large patient populations.
  8. Interdisciplinary and cross-functional collaboration with executive leadership, payers, and public health agencies — represent women's health priorities and shape resource allocation decisions at the organizational level.
  9. Adoption of emerging surgical technologies, diagnostics, and digital health tools — evaluate, advocate for, and integrate into clinical practice, positioning an institution at the forefront of gynecologic innovation.
  10. Community outreach, health equity initiatives, and preventive care programs for underserved women — lead and scale through partnerships with public health organizations, extending access across diverse regional populations.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted documentation initiation — uses an AI tool to draft routine clinical notes and patient history summaries from dictated input, reviewing each output before signing Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Literature retrieval delegation — submits clinical questions to an AI assistant to surface relevant obstetric and gynecologic guidelines, then cross-checks returned sources against authoritative databases WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Diagnostic record synthesis — directs an AI assistant to aggregate lab results, imaging reports, and examination findings into a structured differential summary, applying independent clinical judgment to validate or override conclusions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Patient communication drafting — uses an AI tool to generate patient-facing explanations of diagnoses and post-partum care instructions, editing output to reflect the individual patient's health literacy and cultural context Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Prenatal risk stratification — delegates initial screening data sorting to an AI system to flag high-risk indicators, then personally reviews flagged cases and confirms or revises triage decisions Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Surgical planning support — queries an AI assistant for evidence-based procedural checklists and complication profiles prior to cesarean sections or gynecologic surgeries, integrating output with direct patient assessment Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Continuous clinical upskilling — uses AI-curated literature feeds to maintain current knowledge of evolving obstetric protocols, applying active learning to translate AI-surfaced evidence into practice changes Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Multi-source diagnostic reasoning — coordinates AI-generated pattern recognition across imaging, genetic screening, and lab panels with personal clinical examination findings, retaining final diagnostic authority throughout Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  4. Documentation throughput optimization — applies AI-assisted transcription and coding tools across the full patient encounter lifecycle, reducing administrative burden while personally auditing every coded entry for accuracy Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow governance — establishes department-level standards for appropriate AI tool use in obstetric and gynecologic practice, defining which tasks are suitable for AI delegation and which require unassisted physician judgment Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Human-AI diagnostic critique — systematically evaluates AI-generated diagnostic suggestions for algorithmic bias, population representativeness gaps, and edge-case failures in complex gynecologic oncology or high-risk obstetric presentations, feeding findings back into quality-improvement cycles Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Cross-disciplinary AI orchestration — directs AI agents to synthesize inputs from perinatology, neonatology, and anesthesiology consultations into a unified care coordination summary, while personally managing all treatment decisions and inter-team communication Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 1201
Augment share: 95%
Time saved: 78.7%
AI autonomy: 3.18
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Critical Thinking
Score: 57.9 / 100
precision: category_estimate
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication13 statements
Emerging
  1. Patient intake communication — elicits obstetric and gynecologic history through structured interview while maintaining empathetic rapport with new patients Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedure explanation — describes routine gynecologic examinations and prenatal visit expectations using accessible language for patients with limited medical literacy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Written documentation — records basic patient information, chief complaints, and vital observations in clinical notes with accurate medical terminology O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Diagnosis disclosure — explains abnormal Pap smear results, ultrasound findings, or laboratory values to patients with clarity and appropriate emotional sensitivity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multidisciplinary communication — conveys patient status and clinical concerns accurately during handoffs to nursing staff, perinatologists, or anesthesiologists Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Prenatal counseling communication — discusses fetal development milestones, screening test options, and risk factors with expectant patients across gestational stages O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. High-stakes diagnosis communication — delivers diagnoses of fetal anomalies, malignancies, or pregnancy loss through structured, compassionate conversation that balances clinical accuracy with emotional support Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Informed consent communication — explains surgical procedures such as cesarean sections, hysterectomies, and laparoscopies including risks, benefits, and alternatives in patient-comprehensible terms O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Interdisciplinary care coordination — communicates complex obstetric or gynecologic cases in tumor boards, case conferences, and perinatal consultations with precision and clinical authority Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  4. Patient education materials — produces written postoperative instructions, medication guides, and prenatal care plans that are accurate, complete, and accessible to diverse literacy levels O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic communication leadership — establishes departmental standards for patient communication protocols, informed consent documentation, and cross-disciplinary consultation formats Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Difficult family communication — leads family conferences following obstetric emergencies, neonatal loss, or cancer diagnoses, modeling de-escalation and compassionate clarity for resident trainees Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Academic and policy communication — authors peer-reviewed publications, clinical guidelines, or public health communications that advance obstetric and gynecologic knowledge at regional or national levels O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Clinical team awareness — observes and participates in labor and delivery team dynamics, recognizing how attending physicians coordinate care across nursing, resident, and ancillary staff roles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient advocacy initiation — identifies patient concerns regarding treatment plans and raises them appropriately within the care team hierarchy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Resident supervision — guides obstetrics and gynecology residents through supervised procedures, providing real-time instruction during vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, and gynecologic surgeries Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Care team direction — coordinates labor and delivery room activities, assigning roles to nurses, residents, and support staff during routine and urgent deliveries Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Protocol stewardship — implements evidence-based clinical protocols for prenatal care, postpartum hemorrhage management, or cervical cancer screening within a practice or unit O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Obstetric emergency leadership — commands the care team during eclampsia, placental abruption, or shoulder dystocia emergencies, making rapid decisions and directing interventions under pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Quality improvement leadership — leads departmental initiatives to reduce maternal morbidity, cesarean section rates, or postoperative complications through structured review and protocol revision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Medical education leadership — designs and delivers didactic and simulation-based training curricula for obstetrics and gynecology trainees at the residency program level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Departmental leadership — serves as division chief or department chair, setting clinical standards, managing faculty performance, and driving strategic priorities for obstetric and gynecologic services Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship and succession — develops junior faculty and senior residents into independent practitioners through structured mentorship, sponsorship, and progressive responsibility assignment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Health system advocacy — leads institution-wide maternal health equity initiatives, influencing policy, resource allocation, and community partnership strategies at hospital or health system levels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition10 statements
Emerging
  1. Clinical self-monitoring — reflects on diagnostic reasoning after patient encounters, identifying gaps between initial impressions and confirmed diagnoses during supervised practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning strategy awareness — identifies personal knowledge deficits in obstetric pharmacology or surgical anatomy and selects targeted study resources to address them Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Diagnostic calibration — evaluates the accuracy of clinical judgments by reviewing outcomes against initial assessments, adjusting reasoning frameworks for future similar cases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedural self-assessment — critically evaluates personal surgical technique following cesarean sections or laparoscopic procedures by reviewing operative notes and outcomes data Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Continuing education planning — constructs a structured personal learning plan aligned with identified competency gaps, board recertification requirements, and evolving clinical evidence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Error analysis and reflection — conducts structured personal reflection following adverse outcomes or near-misses, distinguishing system failures from individual cognitive errors and adjusting practice accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Evidence integration monitoring — actively evaluates how new research findings from obstetric and gynecologic literature alter or confirm existing clinical assumptions and practice patterns Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Teaching metacognition — models explicit reasoning processes during case discussions with residents, narrating diagnostic uncertainty and decision pivots to develop trainee self-monitoring skills Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Institutional learning culture — designs peer review and morbidity and mortality conference structures that embed systematic metacognitive reflection into departmental culture and quality improvement processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Expert uncertainty calibration — distinguishes high-confidence clinical judgments from areas of genuine uncertainty in complex cases, communicating this calibration explicitly to teams and patients to support shared decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking10 statements
Emerging
  1. Differential diagnosis formation — generates an initial differential for common gynecologic complaints such as pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, or vaginal discharge using patient history and examination findings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Test result interpretation — analyzes routine prenatal laboratory panels, Pap smear results, and pelvic ultrasound reports to identify normal versus abnormal findings requiring follow-up O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Complex diagnosis analysis — synthesizes clinical history, physical examination, imaging, and laboratory data to differentiate among conditions including endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy, and ovarian torsion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Treatment option evaluation — compares pharmacologic, surgical, and watchful-waiting approaches for conditions such as fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome, or early-stage cervical dysplasia based on patient-specific risk and benefit profiles O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Risk stratification — applies validated scoring tools and clinical judgment to stratify obstetric patients by risk level and appropriately escalate or de-escalate care intensity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Surgical decision-making — evaluates intraoperative findings against preoperative plans during hysterectomy, myomectomy, or cesarean delivery and adapts surgical approach in real time based on anatomical or complication factors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Evidence appraisal — critically evaluates clinical trial methodology, statistical validity, and applicability of obstetric and gynecologic research to inform or revise individual practice protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Multifactorial obstetric triage — analyzes fetal heart rate tracings, maternal vital signs, contraction patterns, and cervical status simultaneously to determine urgency and appropriate intervention during labor O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Clinical guideline development — applies systematic evidence synthesis and critical appraisal to lead the creation or revision of institutional or professional society clinical practice guidelines for obstetric and gynecologic care Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Diagnostic uncertainty leadership — resolves diagnostically ambiguous or rare cases through structured consultation, literature synthesis, and multidisciplinary deliberation, documenting reasoning transparently for team learning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration10 statements
Emerging
  1. Multidisciplinary team participation — contributes patient-relevant clinical information during labor and delivery huddles, prenatal rounds, and nursing team briefings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Consultative communication — initiates appropriate referrals to maternal-fetal medicine, oncology, or urology specialists using complete and accurate clinical summaries Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Perinatal team coordination — collaborates with neonatology, anesthesiology, and labor nursing during high-risk deliveries, coordinating roles and contingency plans before and during delivery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient-centered care teaming — integrates input from social work, lactation consultants, and mental health providers into postpartum care plans for patients with complex psychosocial needs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Surgical team collaboration — establishes shared situational awareness and clear role distribution with surgical technicians, scrub nurses, and residents throughout gynecologic operative cases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Gynecologic oncology collaboration — co-manages patients with cervical, uterine, or ovarian malignancies alongside oncology and radiation teams, contributing obstetric and gynecologic expertise to joint treatment planning O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict navigation in care teams — mediates clinical disagreements between team members regarding labor management or surgical approach, maintaining focus on patient safety and evidence-based decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-departmental quality collaboration — partners with hospitalists, emergency physicians, and intensivists to standardize care pathways for obstetric emergencies including hemorrhage and sepsis protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. System-level care integration — designs collaborative care models that structurally embed obstetrics and gynecology within primary care, behavioral health, and social services delivery systems to address reproductive health disparities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Research collaboration leadership — leads multicenter obstetric or gynecologic research teams, establishing governance structures, data sharing agreements, and co-authorship frameworks across institutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character10 statements
Emerging
  1. Professional boundaries — maintains appropriate clinical boundaries with patients during sensitive gynecologic examinations and intimate history-taking, consistently ensuring patient dignity and consent Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Honest disclosure — accurately reports clinical findings, procedural events, and medication administration in patient records without omission or distortion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ethical consent practice — ensures patients provide fully informed, voluntary consent for procedures including sterilization, abortion care, and cancer treatment, free from coercion or undue influence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability for outcomes — acknowledges procedural complications, unexpected findings, or clinical errors to patients and supervising teams promptly and transparently Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Cultural humility in care — adapts communication and clinical approach to respect patients' cultural, religious, and personal values related to reproductive health and childbirth preferences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Reproductive autonomy advocacy — upholds patients' right to autonomous reproductive decision-making, including contraception, sterilization, and pregnancy termination, regardless of personal beliefs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Ethical conflict navigation — identifies and addresses ethical tensions in cases involving fetal-maternal conflict, end-of-life perinatal decisions, or patient refusal of recommended interventions through structured ethical reasoning and consultation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professionalism modeling — demonstrates consistent punctuality, preparedness, and respectful conduct in clinical settings, establishing behavioral standards for residents and staff Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Institutional ethics leadership — serves on hospital ethics committees, contributing obstetric and gynecologic expertise to policy development on reproductive rights, fetal viability decisions, and patient autonomy frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Public trust stewardship — engages publicly on maternal health policy and reproductive rights issues with transparency, evidence grounding, and consistent alignment between professional conduct and stated values Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity10 statements
Emerging
  1. Adaptive problem-solving — identifies alternative approaches when standard treatment protocols are contraindicated by patient comorbidities, allergies, or personal preferences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient communication innovation — develops individualized analogies, visual aids, or demonstration models to explain anatomical or procedural concepts to patients with limited health literacy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Surgical technique adaptation — modifies standard laparoscopic or open gynecologic surgical approaches in response to unexpected intraoperative findings such as dense adhesions or anatomical variation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Clinical pathway innovation — proposes novel modifications to prenatal care scheduling, triage criteria, or postpartum follow-up workflows to improve patient outcomes or access Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Simulation design — creates realistic obstetric emergency simulation scenarios for resident training, incorporating unexpected intraoperative or labor complications to build adaptive clinical reasoning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Novel treatment integration — evaluates and implements emerging gynecologic treatments such as uterine fibroid embolization, robotic surgical techniques, or new pharmacologic agents by critically assessing evidence and adapting existing practice workflows Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research question generation — identifies unresolved clinical problems in obstetric or gynecologic practice and formulates original research questions with testable hypotheses and pragmatic study designs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Patient engagement innovation — designs creative prenatal education programs, digital health tools, or group prenatal care models that improve patient activation and health literacy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Clinical model transformation — conceptualizes and implements innovative care delivery models such as centering pregnancy, integrated behavioral health in obstetric practices, or community-based maternal health programs that reshape how gynecologic care is accessed and experienced Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Translational innovation — translates basic science discoveries in reproductive biology or oncology into clinical protocols or device applications that advance obstetric and gynecologic patient outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset10 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — accepts constructive critique from attending physicians and peer reviewers regarding clinical decisions, surgical technique, and patient communication without defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning from complications — treats unexpected intraoperative events or adverse patient outcomes as learning opportunities, seeking debriefs and case reviews to extract actionable lessons Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill expansion — pursues training in advanced gynecologic surgical techniques, minimally invasive procedures, or maternal-fetal medicine subspecialty competencies beyond baseline residency requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Literature-driven practice evolution — updates clinical practice in response to emerging evidence from major obstetric and gynecologic trials, willingly revising established routines when data warrants Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Performance data engagement — reviews personal surgical outcomes data, complication rates, and patient satisfaction metrics with openness, using findings to set targeted improvement goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Subspecialty knowledge pursuit — actively seeks exposure to complex cases in gynecologic oncology, reproductive endocrinology, or urogynecology to broaden clinical competence beyond primary specialty scope Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer learning cultivation — participates in morbidity and mortality conferences, journal clubs, and case reviews as both learner and contributor, modeling intellectual humility and curiosity for trainees Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Technology adaptation — embraces and masters new surgical platforms, electronic health record systems, and diagnostic technologies relevant to obstetric and gynecologic practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture architecture — builds departmental structures that reward intellectual curiosity, normalize error disclosure, and sustain continuous improvement cycles across all training levels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Field advancement commitment — contributes to the evolution of obstetric and gynecologic knowledge through original research, clinical trial participation, and professional society leadership with sustained engagement over career trajectory Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness10 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural focus — maintains concentrated attention during gynecologic examinations and invasive procedures, minimizing distraction in sensitive clinical interactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional attunement — recognizes emotional distress in patients receiving pregnancy complication news or diagnosis disclosure and adjusts pace and tone of conversation responsively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Labor monitoring presence — sustains attentive, continuous monitoring of laboring patients' fetal tracings, contraction patterns, and maternal status without premature closure or inattention during prolonged labor Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress regulation in high acuity — applies intentional self-regulation strategies to maintain calm clinical performance during obstetric emergencies including postpartum hemorrhage or neonatal resuscitation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Deliberate patient encounters — structures clinical consultations with intentional pacing, minimizing electronic record distraction to remain fully engaged with patient-reported symptoms and concerns Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Sustained surgical attention — maintains full procedural focus throughout long gynecologic surgeries including radical hysterectomy or complex laparoscopic cases, recognizing and counteracting fatigue-related attention drift Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Compassionate presence at loss — remains emotionally regulated and fully present with patients and families experiencing pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or fetal anomaly diagnosis, providing unhurried, attentive support Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Intentional handoff practice — conducts structured, mindful patient handoffs that transfer complete clinical context with full attention to continuity-critical details, minimizing errors of omission Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Mindful leadership culture — models and teaches mindful clinical practice to residents and fellows, embedding attentional regulation and emotional awareness into obstetric and gynecologic training curricula Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic wellbeing stewardship — advocates for and implements institutional practices that support physician mindfulness and prevent burnout in high-acuity obstetric environments, including structured rest protocols and peer support programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude10 statements
Emerging
  1. Emotional resilience in loss — maintains professional functioning and compassionate care delivery following patient pregnancy loss, neonatal death, or unexpected fetal anomaly diagnosis without emotional shutdown Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedural persistence — sustains focused effort through technically difficult gynecologic examinations or initial surgical training cases despite discomfort with uncertainty and skill limitations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. High-acuity endurance — performs clinical and surgical duties effectively across extended labor and delivery shifts, maintaining diagnostic accuracy and patient safety standards despite physical and mental fatigue Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Sustained uncertainty tolerance — continues deliberate, evidence-based clinical management of complex unresolved diagnoses such as unexplained fetal growth restriction or recurrent pregnancy loss without premature closure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Difficult patient navigation — maintains therapeutic professionalism and clinical effectiveness with hostile, non-adherent, or highly anxious patients, persisting in providing evidence-based care despite interpersonal friction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Crisis performance — executes correct clinical interventions during simultaneous obstetric emergencies including uterine rupture and eclamptic seizure with composed decision-making and sustained technical precision under extreme pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Moral distress persistence — continues to advocate for evidence-based, patient-centered care in environments where institutional constraints, legal restrictions, or systemic barriers create moral distress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Long-term patient care commitment — maintains consistent clinical engagement and advocacy for patients with chronic gynecologic conditions such as endometriosis or recurrent malignancy across years of ongoing management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic adversity leadership — sustains institutional advocacy for maternal health equity, reproductive rights, or patient safety improvements in the face of political opposition, resource constraints, or professional risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Resilience modeling — openly shares personal experiences of clinical adversity, burnout recovery, or high-stakes decision-making with trainees to normalize struggle and model courageous professional persistence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Doctor · GYN (Gynecologist) · GYN Physician (Gynecology Physician) · Gynecologic Oncologist · Gynecological Oncologist · Hospitalist · Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician (MFM Physician) · MD (Medical Doctor) · OB (Obstetrician) · OB Specialist (Obstetrics Specialist) · OB/GYN (Obstetrician Gynecologist) · OB/GYN Generalist (Obstetrics and Gynecology Generalist)
RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive LearningActive ListeningWritingSpeakingMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision MakingCoordinationSocial PerceptivenessTime ManagementScienceService OrientationLearning StrategiesInstructingSystems AnalysisPersuasionSystems Evaluation
Knowledge domains
Medicine and DentistryBiologyEnglish LanguagePsychologyCustomer and Personal ServiceTherapy and CounselingComputers and ElectronicsEducation and TrainingChemistryAdministrativeMathematicsAdministration and Management
Abilities
Problem SensitivityInductive ReasoningOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionOral ComprehensionNear VisionSpeech RecognitionSpeech Clarity
Work styles
Attention to DetailDependabilityIntegrityCautiousnessEmpathyStress Tolerance
Technology
Medical softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareInternet browser softwareWord processing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Treat diseases of female organs.
  2. Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
  3. Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
  4. Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.
  5. Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.
  6. Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
  7. Prescribe or administer therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
  8. Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
CIP education codes
51.120151.120261.130161.130261.130361.1399

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