Midwives provide prenatal care and render childbirth assistance. They monitor the growth and health, detecting the heartbeat, palpitating to ascertain the position and size of the fetus. They identify and treat pregnancy related contidiont such as hypertension, gestational diabetes, early labor, or concerns about fetal growth factors. They attend at births and can provide emergency care for infants, folloowing emergency protocols for mothers and infants.
Holand Code
SR
Field/Cluster:
Health, Medical, Fitness, and Personal Care Services
Future Jobs Avail:
Education Level:
4
Job Growth (%)
Annual Job Opening
Lowest 10% Salary ($)
28500
Median Salary ($)
54620
Highest 90% Salary ($)
111740
Work Values
Responsibilities
Skills and Knowledge (Strengths and Talents)
Emerging Jobs
Work Values
Responsibilities
Skills and Knowledge (Strengths and Talents)
Emerging Jobs
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