Allergists and Immunologists


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Allergists and Immunologists

Allergists and Immunologists - Physical Demands

Allergists and immunologists frequently:

  • Sit for long periods of time.
  • Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

It is important for allergists and immunologists to be able to:

  • See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • See details of objects that are more than a few feet away.

It is not as important, but still necessary, for allergists and immunologists to be able to:

  • See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
  • Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
  • Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
  • Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
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  • Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.