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The Air Force has a tremendous variety of career fields available to officers —each with unique challenges and rewards. If you know exactly what you're looking for, use the keyword search for a list of job titles and descriptions. Or, if you're interested in seeing what the Air Force has to offer, browse the different career fields in the pull-down menu.
Allergist
Duties and Responsibilities
The Allergist examines, diagnoses and treats allergic diseases - preparing and reviewing case histories and obtaining data through interviews. Responsibilities include examining patients, interpreting tests results, evaluating findings, prescribing specific medications, diets and immunotherapy, and, in emergencies, treating patients suffering from anaphylactic shock, angioedema, urticaria, bronchospasm and other severe allergic diseases.
Allergists manage allergy services - formulating plans and procedures for allergy services, scheduling clinic and allergic testing, and assigning nurses and medical technicians. They also advise on the kind and quantity of allergy supplies and equipment, coordinate allergy services with other medical activities, and instruct interns, residents and fellows in allergy procedures.
Civilian Opportunities
Allergist
Duties and Responsibilities
A civilian allergist's duties and responsibilities are similar to those of their military counterparts and depend upon where they decide to work. They may work in managed care, private practice or academic medicine.
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