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Sports Medicine Physicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Diagnose, treat, and help prevent injuries that occur during sporting events, athletic training, and physical activities.

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This source lists 27 tasks, including 27 marked Core and 0 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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27 tasks shown

Core · Task 17281 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

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Core · Task 17273 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.

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Core · Task 17265 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Record athletes' medical histories, and perform physical examinations.

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Core · Task 17267 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Refer athletes for specialized consultation, physical therapy, or diagnostic testing.

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Core · Task 17270 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Provide education and counseling on illness and injury prevention.

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Core · Task 17257 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.

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Core · Task 17280 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Examine, evaluate and treat athletes who have been injured or who have medical problems such as exercise-induced asthma.

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Core · Task 17268 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Record athletes' medical care information, and maintain medical records.

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Core · Task 17276 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Examine and evaluate athletes prior to participation in sports activities to determine level of physical fitness or predisposition to injuries.

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Core · Task 17272 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Prescribe medications for the treatment of athletic-related injuries.

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Core · Task 17277 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop and test procedures for dealing with emergencies during practices or competitions.

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Core · Task 17278 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Coordinate sports care activities with other experts, including specialty physicians and surgeons, athletic trainers, physical therapists, or coaches.

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Core · Task 17258 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Observe and evaluate athletes' mental well-being.

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Core · Task 17263 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Advise athletes, trainers, or coaches to alter or cease sports practices that are potentially harmful.

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Core · Task 17275 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Evaluate and manage chronic pain conditions.

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Core · Task 17264 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Attend games and competitions to provide evaluation and treatment of activity-related injuries or medical conditions.

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Core · Task 17274 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Inform athletes about nutrition, hydration, dietary supplements, or uses and possible consequences of medication.

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Core · Task 17269 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Inform coaches, trainers, or other interested parties regarding the medical conditions of athletes.

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Core · Task 17279 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Advise coaches, trainers, or physical therapists on the proper use of exercises and other therapeutic techniques, and alert them to potentially dangerous practices.

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Core · Task 17259 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Participate in continuing education activities to improve and maintain knowledge and skills.

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Core · Task 17266 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Supervise the rehabilitation of injured athletes.

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Core · Task 17271 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Prescribe orthotics, prosthetics, and adaptive equipment.

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Core · Task 17255 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Select and prepare medical equipment or medications to be taken to athletic competition sites.

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Core · Task 17262 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Conduct research in the prevention or treatment of injuries or medical conditions related to sports and exercise.

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Core · Task 17261 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Advise athletes on ways that substances, such as herbal remedies, could affect drug testing results.

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Core · Task 17260 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Develop and prescribe exercise programs, such as off-season conditioning regimens.

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Core · Task 17256 · 08/2026 · Occupational Expert

Provide coaches and therapists with assistance in selecting and fitting protective equipment.

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