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Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.
What an obstetricians and gynecologist does
Become an obstetricians and gynecologist
If you enjoy doing these activities, you might make a good obstetricians and gynecologist
- Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
- Reading work related information.
- Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
- Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
- Understanding people's reactions.
Discover what you could earn in Washington
- Average hourly rate is $167 per hour with an average salary of $252,600 per year.
- Half of workers earn between $50 and $194 per hour.
- Half of workers earn an annual salary between $36,600 and $339,100 per year.
- 62% of individuals in this occupation have been employed in every quarter of the past year.
Part-time
- The average hourly rate for part-time workers is $147 per hour with an average salary of $179,700 per year.
Obstetricians And Gynecologist job outlook
- There are 287 workers in this occupation in Washington.
- There are 24 openings per year in this occupation in Washington.
Multiple Jobs
- 4% of individuals in this occupation worked for more than one employer.
- 17% of individuals in this occupation held a position in another.