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Painter
A tradesperson who applies paint, stain, and coatings to protect and decorate interiors and exteriors of buildings.
If you've been searching for professions that start with P, you'll find 30 detailed professions below. We're not interested in giving you only a list of names — every entry on this page links to a full profile with the kind of detail you'd actually want to know.
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List of Professions That Start With P
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Painter (Artist)
A visual artist who creates works using paint on canvas, paper, panel, or other surfaces.
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Paralegal
A trained legal professional who assists lawyers with research, drafting, and case management tasks under attorney supervision.
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Paramedic
An advanced prehospital clinician who delivers emergency medical care and transport before patients reach the hospital.
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Park Ranger
A federal or state employee who protects natural and historic areas, educates visitors, and ensures public safety.
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Patent Attorney
A lawyer with a technical background who helps inventors secure and enforce patents.
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Pathologist
A physician who diagnoses disease by examining tissue, cells, and body fluids in the laboratory.
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Pediatrician
A physician specialized in the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents from birth through young adulthood.
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Personal Trainer
A fitness professional who designs and coaches workout programs for individuals or small groups.
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Petroleum Engineer
An engineer who designs methods for extracting oil and natural gas from underground reservoirs.
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Pharmacist
A licensed healthcare professional who dispenses prescription medications and advises patients on safe and effective drug use.
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Photographer
A visual professional who captures images for journalism, commerce, fine art, weddings, and other purposes.
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Physician
A medical doctor who diagnoses illness, prescribes treatment, and provides ongoing care across acute and chronic conditions.
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Physiotherapist
A licensed clinician who helps patients restore movement, manage pain, and recover function after injury or illness.
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Pipefitter
A skilled tradesperson who installs and maintains high-pressure piping systems for industrial and commercial facilities.
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Plasterer
A skilled tradesperson who applies plaster, stucco, and decorative finishes to interior and exterior walls.
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Plastic Surgeon
A surgeon who performs reconstructive and cosmetic procedures to restore function and refine appearance.
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Plumber
A skilled tradesperson who installs and repairs water, gas, drainage, and venting systems in buildings.
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Podiatrist
A doctor specialized in diagnosing and treating conditions of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity.
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Poet
A writer who composes verse exploring language, imagery, and emotion for the page, stage, or page.
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Police Officer
A sworn law-enforcement officer who patrols communities, responds to calls, and investigates crimes.
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Politician
An elected or appointed leader who serves in legislative or executive roles in government.
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Postal Worker
A federal employee who sorts, transports, and delivers mail and packages.
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Probation Officer
A criminal-justice professional who supervises offenders serving sentences in the community.
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Product Manager
A professional who defines what software products should do and partners with engineering and design to deliver them.
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Professor
A university scholar who teaches advanced courses, conducts research, and mentors students.
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Prosecutor
A government lawyer who charges and tries individuals accused of crimes on behalf of the state.
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Psychiatrist
A physician who diagnoses and treats mental health disorders using medication, therapy, and other clinical interventions.
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Public Defender
A government-employed lawyer who represents criminal defendants who cannot afford private counsel.
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Public Health Officer
A professional who protects community health through programs in disease prevention, sanitation, and education.
About professions starting with P
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