Army MOS · Medical
61D Rheumatologist
Overview
A rheumatologist examines and diagnoses adult diseases, with particular emphasis on connective tissue disorders. The rheumatologist treats these diseases or recommends a course of treatment.
Core Skills
- clinical decision-making
- diagnostic reasoning
- electronic medical record documentation
- evidence-based medicine
- patient communication
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- case management
- quality assurance and compliance
- medical research and literature review
- protocol and guideline development
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- MEDITECH software
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Allscripts Professional EHR
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
Training & Development
Getting Started
- United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)
- Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination of the United States (COMLEX-USA)
- Certification in Internal Medicine: Rheumatology
Career Growth
- Subspecialty Certification in Rheumatology
- Adult and Pediatric Allergy and Immunology Subspecialty Certification · Funded
- Certification in Pediatrics: Pediatric Rheumatology
What the Work Involves
- Order, perform, and interpret tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition.
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.
- Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
- Provide and manage long-term, comprehensive medical care, including diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases, for adult patients in an office or hospital.
Related Occupations
- Pediatricians, General
- Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Cardiologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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