Practitioning Worker
A Practitioning Worker is a skilled worker who applies specialized knowledge.
- Context:
- They can range from being a Formal/Professional Practitioner to being an Informal Practitioner.
- They can range from being a Doer Practitioner to being a Subject-Matter Expert to being a Manager.
- They can apply a Methodology.
- They can possess certifications or licenses in their area of expertise.
- They can participate in continuous professional development to maintain and enhance their skills.
- They can work in various industries such as healthcare, law, technology, and engineering.
- They can mentor and train less experienced colleagues within their field.
- They can adhere to ethical standards and professional codes of conduct.
- They can be involved in practical application of theories and techniques in their daily work.
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- Example(s):
- a Physician (medical doctor) who diagnoses and treats patients.
- a Lawyer (legal professional) who provides legal advice and representation.
- a Computer Scientist (technology expert) who develops and maintains software systems.
- a Data Scientist (data analyst), such as a Data Miner who extracts insights from large datasets.
- a Data Modeler (database designer) who creates data models for information systems.
- a Statistician (statistical analyst) who applies statistical methods to solve real-world problems.
- a Mathematician (mathematics expert) who conducts research in theoretical or applied mathematics.
- a Logician (logic expert) who studies and applies principles of valid reasoning.
- a Machine Learning Practitioner (AI specialist) who develops and implements machine learning algorithms.
- a Legal Practitioner (law professional), such as a Litigator or Legal Counsel who represents clients in legal matters.
- a Medical Practitioner (healthcare provider) who offers medical services.
- a Dental Practitioner (dentist) who provides dental care and treatment.
- a Nurse Practitioner (advanced practice nurse) who provides primary and specialty healthcare services.
- a Justice Practitioner (legal system professional) who works within the justice system.
- a Project Manager (project leader) who oversees and manages projects.
- a Business Analyst (business consultant) who analyzes and improves business processes.
- a Welder (metalworker) who fuses materials together.
- an Electrician (electrical technician) who installs and repairs electrical systems.
- a Corporate Lawyer (business law expert) who navigates a multinational corporation through the complexities of an international merger, ensuring compliance with domestic and international trade laws.
- a Policy Analyst (public policy expert) who drafts internal policies for a startup, ensuring that the policies comply with employment laws and industry regulations.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- an Amateur, who lacks professional qualifications or experience.
- a Student, who is still in the process of gaining knowledge and skills.
- an Unskilled Worker, who performs tasks that do not require specialized knowledge.
- a Layperson, who does not have expert knowledge in a particular field.
- a Researcher, who primarily focuses on theoretical investigation rather than practical application.
- a Theoretician, who develops theories without necessarily applying them in practice.
- See: Professional, Moral Obligation, Occupation, Practice, Worker, Subject Matter Expert.
References
2020
- https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/practitioner#Noun
- A person who practices a profession or art, especially law or medicine.
- One who does anything customarily or habitually.
- Template:Dated A sly or artful person.
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- Template:... the men of St. John's were cunning practitioners, in shaking off their Masters and Heads.
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2013
- (Wikipedia, 2013) ⇒ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Practitioner Retrieved:2013-12-1. PRUNNED
- A practitioner is someone who engages in an occupation, profession, religion, or way of life.
2009
- (WordNet, 2009) ⇒ http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=practitioner
- S: (n) practitioner, practician (someone who practices a learned profession)