ANZSCO code 252611
Podiatrist
Description
Prevents, diagnoses and treats disorder of the feet. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Assessing Authority
- Podiatry Board of Australia (PodBA)
Specialisations
Unit Group 2526: Podiatrists
Description
Prevent, diagnose and treat disorders of the feet.
Indicative Skill Level
In Australia and New Zealand: Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks
- Examining patients’ feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions, deformities and injuries
- Examining and treating foot disabilities caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathies
- Prescribing and arranging the fabrication of footwear to correct foot abnormalities
- Performing minor surgery to remove and improve abnormal conditions
- Prescribing and fitting replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
- Advising patients about continued treatment and foot care
- May provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
- May refer patients to or have patients referred from Medical Practitioners