The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Psychologists are excluded from this unit group. Psychologists are included in Occupation 261231 Psychologist.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Family and Relationship Counsellors are excluded from this occupation. Family and Relationship Counsellors are included in Occupation 261133 Family and Relationship Counsellor.

• Bereavement or Grief Counsellor
• Child or Youth Counsellor
• Gambling Counsellor
• Sexual Assault Counsellor
• Trauma or Crisis Counsellor

• Provides individual and group counselling sessions to clients to address emotional and psychological challenges
• Assesses clients' counselling needs and requirements including conducting risk assessments and screening
• Assists with the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviours
• Facilitates referrals to Health Professionals or community resources

• Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician
• Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

• Assesses substance abuse and alcohol consumption history
• Provides individual and group counselling sessions to help the individual understand the underlying causes of addiction and overcome the addiction
• Provides education and resources to individuals about the risks and consequences of substance abuse
• Facilitates referrals to Health Professionals or community resources, such as detoxification programs and support groups
• Monitors progress and supports individuals to stay on track with their treatment plans

• Conducts counselling interviews with individuals, couples and family groups
• Undertakes intakes and assessments, including risk assessments and screening
• Assists with the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
• Provides a range of interventions to families post-separation who are experiencing various levels of conflict and are unable to reach agreements regarding parenting arrangements for their children and the distribution of property
• Supports the referral process while engaging with community agencies and service providers
• Facilitates relationship education courses

Arts Therapists are excluded from this occupation. Arts Therapists are included in Occupation 261931 Arts Therapist.

• Conducts assessments and diagnoses mental and emotional disorders
• Works with clients to explore and understand conscious and unconscious aspects of their lived experience
• Develops and implements individualised treatment plans for clients
• Delivers psychotherapy sessions to clients using various therapeutic techniques to help change thinking patterns and improve coping skills
• Provides support and guidance to clients in managing their mental and emotional wellbeing
• Provides education and resources to clients and their families on mental health issues

• Conducts assessments and evaluations to determine clients' psychosocial and cognitive ability, vocational interests and psychological wellbeing
• Ascertains clients' functional capacity to develop appropriate rehabilitation plans
• Works with clients in relation to their career, study or employment options by providing information and resources in these areas
• Provides individual counselling to clients to address emotional and psychological challenges related to their injuries, disabilities, health conditions or social disadvantage
• Assists clients, their family members, and other Professionals to develop rehabilitation plans
• Assists people with disability and neurodivergent individuals to find suitable employment by collaborating with employers and clients to ensure reasonable adjustments and provision of ongoing support

Student Services Advisers are excluded from this occupation. Student Services Advisers are included in Occupation 259933 Student Services Adviser.

• Student Wellbeing Officer

• Conducts individual and group counselling sessions with students to address academic, emotional and social concerns to enhance student wellbeing, and create a supportive and nurturing learning environment
• Develops and implements counselling and educational programs to promote students' mental health, resilience and wellbeing
• Collaborates with teachers and parents to identify and address issues that may impact students' wellbeing
• Analyses student behaviour, especially those with learning difficulties, and assists parents and teachers in managing their needs

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Clinical Neuropsychologist
• Clinical Psychologist
• Counselling Psychologist
• Educational and Developmental Psychologist
• Forensic Psychologist
• Health Psychologist
• Organisational Psychologist

• Conducts psychological assessments to inform diagnosis, treatment, intervention, report writing or research, and to address clients' mental health and wellbeing needs
• Develops and implements prevention, intervention and treatment strategies to address psychological, social, emotional, health, educational, developmental and behavioural issues and disorders
• Develops and implements assessments, interventions and recommendations for organisations and decision-makers to address psychological, social, cultural, occupational and forensic needs
• Provides crisis intervention and support to individuals and communities in distress
• Monitors and evaluates the progress of clients, groups, communities and programs during prevention, intervention and treatment
• Maintains accurate and confidential client records, and provides reports for third parties when required
• Collaborates with other Professionals to deliver multidisciplinary assessment, intervention, and treatment
• Provides supervision for psychology students, peers and other Professionals
• May conduct research and collect data to contribute to the evidence base and the field of psychology

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Aged Care Social Worker
• Child Protection Social Worker
• Clinical Social Worker
• Disability Social Worker
• Family Violence Social Worker
• Mental Health Social Worker
• School Social Worker
• Social Work Supervisor

• Conducts biopsychosocial and risk assessments to assist individuals and families to resolve their presented problems
• Provides case management services, and negotiates and mediates strategies related to clients' needs
• Works with clients to develop and deliver individualised casework practice, group counselling and support plans
• Promotes clients' agency and rights to access resources and community services
• Supports clients in legal and administrative proceedings, including assessment reports and providing information or evidence in court
• Provides supervision and peer support to other Social Workers to address ethical dilemmas, gaps in practice and areas of avoidance
• Analyses, develops, promotes and implements social policies to respond to social needs
• Collaborates with government, community organisations, social agencies, volunteer groups and other stakeholders to improve and develop services, and address structural inequalities

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

Music Therapists are excluded from this occupation. Music Therapists are included in Occupation 261933 Music Therapist.

• Works with clients to identify problems or conditions they wish to overcome, and uses the creative process to help clients explore their feelings
• Assists clients to resolve conflicts, develop interpersonal skills, manage behaviour, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and achieve insight
• Develops arts therapy programs based on clients' emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual wellbeing needs, objectives and preferred forms of artistic expression
• Conducts arts therapy sessions with individuals or groups using a range of creative modalities, such as visual art, drama, dance and movement

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Behaviour Analyst
• Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

• Undertakes functional behavioural assessments to identify contributing factors and consequences of challenging behaviours
• Engages clients, their families, support teams and other allied health professionals to develop behaviour support plans
• Recommends strategies or areas for skills development to provide opportunities for participation and inclusion
• Develops behaviour support plans that contain preventative approaches, strategies for promoting success and methods for intervening
• Provides guidance, training and coaching to clients' families and other members of the clients' support teams to implement behaviour support strategies
• Monitors the implementation of behaviour support plans, and gathers data to review and reassess plans for clients or their support teams
• Participates in peer support and clinical supervision activities with other practitioners to address challenges

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Conducts assessments to determine health and wellbeing goals and therapeutic needs
• Creates individualised treatment plans that incorporate music therapy interventions to address clients' specific needs and goals
• Collaborates with clients, their families, significant others and other stakeholders to establish a client-focused treatment plan
• Selects and adapts music, musical instruments and equipment for use in treatment
• Creates and plays musical instruments, compositions, arrangements or scores for therapeutic purposes
• Documents evaluations, treatment plans, case summaries and progress reports
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals in multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive assessment, intervention and treatment

• Genetic Counsellor
• Hypnotherapist
• Life Coach
• Play Therapist

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Diagnoses neuromusculoskeletal disorders
• Assesses patients' medical histories, symptoms and physical condition
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to support chiropractic care
• Designs, implements, monitors and assesses treatment plans, including manual adjustments, manipulations and other therapeutic techniques
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Educates patients and their caregivers in therapeutic procedures such as home exercises and lifestyle changes, to enhance patients' health and wellbeing
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to provide comprehensive care

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Assists and improves clients' musculoskeletal function through physical activity and exercise programs
• Administers a variety of tests to identify and assess physical problems and ailments of clients
• Records detailed client medical histories, exercise undertaken and clients' responses and progress under exercise programs
• Prevents, treats and manages health conditions, including complex chronic conditions
• Prescribes, implements and evaluates safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions to facilitate recovery and maximise independence and participation in activities at home, school, work and in the community
• Provides education and advice on health and wellbeing, and how physical activity and exercise can improve health outcomes
• Screens and assesses for factors that may impact client needs, preferences, barriers and facilitators to inform recommendations and interventions
• Uses active therapy techniques to assess and prescribe a targeted clinical exercise and education program that builds the clients' capacity for the long term

• Screens and assesses health, movement, exercise and performance capacity of clients and athletes
• Researches, designs, modifies and applies assessment protocols and methods to analyse the demands of the sport and the capabilities of the athlete
• Records detailed client medical histories, exercise undertaken, and clients' responses and progress
• Researches, designs and delivers physical activity and exercise-based interventions to prevent injury, facilitate return to activity, manage risk factors for chronic conditions, and optimise sports performance
• Supports goal setting and sustainable behaviour change to help individuals achieve health, wellbeing, fitness and performance goals
• Provides health, physical activity and exercise education, advice and support in the context of sports performance
• Delivers exercise-based interventions prescribed by a qualified Health Professional for people with medical conditions, injuries or disabilities
• Develops and implements screening and preventative health promotion programs
• Provides general nutritional advice to enhance exercise performance, recovery and body composition
• Promotes and coordinates policies and programs to increase physical activity, maintain function and decrease sedentary behaviour

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses clients' emotional, psychological, developmental and physical capabilities using clinical observations and standardised tests
• Assesses clients' functional potential in their home, leisure, work and school environments, and recommends environmental adaptations
• Plans and directs programs using vocational, recreational, remedial, social and educational activities for individuals and groups
• Provides education to family members, carers, employers and teachers about adapting clients' home, leisure, work and school environments
• Provides recommendations for assistive technologies that allow clients to increase their independence and perform daily activities
• Provides education regarding restorative or compensatory strategies
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals in overall case management of clients
• Collaborates with other Professionals to provide specialist advice to client groups such as those requiring driver rehabilitation, third-party compensation and medico-legal representation
• Monitors and records clients' progress and maintains professional relationships in accordance with relevant legislative requirements and ethical guidelines

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Physical Therapist

• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
• Neurological Physiotherapist
• Paediatric Physiotherapist
• Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist

• Administers muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to identify and assess patients' afflictions
• Treats patients to reduce pain, improve circulation, strengthen muscles, improve cardiothoracic, cardiovascular and respiratory functions, restore joint mobility, and improve balance and coordination
• Treats patients using the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, cold, massage, manipulation, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, ultraviolet and infra-red light, and ultrasound
• Reviews, monitors, assesses and evaluates programs and treatments
• Consults with other Health Professionals about patients' conditions, needs and progress
• Educates patients on their physical health conditions, and provides them with structured management plans
• Advises patients, families and guardians about procedures to be practised at home
• Maintains records of patients' treatments, responses and progress
• Develops and implements screening and preventative health promotion programs

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Conducts podiatric assessments, including neurovascular assessments, gait analyses and biomechanical assessments, to diagnose foot and lower limb conditions
• Develops treatment plans and provides interventions for foot and lower limb disorders
• Prescribes and fits orthotic devices to correct foot and lower limb abnormalities
• Provides advice and education to patients on foot care and prevention of foot problems
• Performs surgical procedures on the foot and lower limb
• Prescribes and administers medications and local anaesthetics as required
• Refers patients for diagnostic imaging and pathology investigations
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients
• Documents treatment plans, including patients' responses to treatment and modifications to treatment

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Speech Therapist

• Assesses and administers standardised and informal tests and observes the person to determine the nature and extent of communication disorders or swallowing difficulties
• Provides services for the treatment and management of communication difficulties including speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice across the lifespan
• Provides services for the treatment and management of swallowing difficulties to assist with oral eating and drinking, sucking, saliva control, mealtime participation and protecting lungs from food, drink and saliva
• Provides information to other Health Professionals, Early Childhood Educators and teachers
• Provides support and counselling to individuals affected by communication and swallowing difficulties, and to their families and carers
• Reports results of assessments and tests in writing, and makes referrals to Medical Practitioners and other services as required

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Assesses clients' emotional, psychological, developmental and physical capabilities using clinical observations and standardised tests
• Administers muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
• Assesses clients' functional potential in their home, leisure, work and school environments, and recommends appropriate assistive technologies to maximise their performance
• Develops individual orthotic/prosthetic service plans, considering relevant material science, biomechanics and anatomical factors
• Prescribes, designs and fits orthoses and prostheses to meet clients' needs, including their functional, emotional, psychological and developmental goals
• Provides gait training, education and continual monitoring, assessment and evaluation of orthoses and prostheses and treatments
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals in overall case management, including team consultation as required, about clients' challenges, needs and progress
• Adjusts and modifies orthoses and prostheses to accommodate minor changes to clients' neuromuscular and skeletal systems
• Maintains accurate records of client assessments, device specifications and adjustments

Registration or licensing is required.

• Diagnoses, manages and treats neuromusculoskeletal disorders through a biopsychosocial approach
• Employs a variety of medical testing procedures, including neuromusculoskeletal, functional and mobility tests, to identify and assess physical problems
• Designs, reviews, monitors, assesses and evaluates treatment plans and programs
• Records patients' medical histories, treatments and management plans, and creates progress reports
• Communicates and liaises with other Health Professionals in relation to patients' management and progress
• Provides advice and instructions to patients, families and carers in a range of therapeutic management techniques

• Pedorthist

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Sonographers are excluded from this unit group. Sonographers are included in Occupation 263531 Sonographer.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Nuclear Medicine Scientist

• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals or radionuclides to patients for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes
• Operates and performs quality control on imaging equipment, including positron emission tomograpy/computed tomography (PET/CT), PET/magnetic resonance imaging (PET/MRI), Gamma Cameras, single-photon emission computed tomography/CT (SPECT/CT) cameras and bone density scanners
• Produces and analyses diagnostic images to identify abnormalities or diseases
• Maintains detailed records of patients' procedures
• Adheres to safety standards for the appropriate use, storage and disposal of radioactive materials
• Provides patient education and instructions regarding imaging procedures and preparations, and provides patients with assistance during procedures

Registration or licensing is required.

• Administers radiation therapy to patients using complex equipment, according to prescribed treatment plans
• Collaborates with Medical Oncologists and other Health Professionals to develop individual treatment plans that provide the greatest effect on disease, with minimal effect to healthy tissue
• Monitors patients closely throughout treatment to ensure comfort and addresses concerns
• Explains procedures to patients and families about radiation therapy procedures and potential side effects
• Ensures radiation therapy equipment is properly maintained and calibrated
• Keeps up to date with advancements in radiation therapy technology and techniques

Registration or licensing is required.

• Diagnostic Radiographer
• Medical Imaging Technologist

• Mammographer
• Medical Radiation Scientist

• Operates a variety of imaging equipment such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, nuclear scans and ultrasound, to produce diagnostic images
• Ensures patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures
• Positions and adjusts patients and selects appropriate image techniques and settings to achieve optimal image quality
• Evaluates images for technical quality and accuracy
• Collaborates with Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners to interpret and analyse imaging results
• Prepares findings for Medical Practitioners to interpret for medical diagnostic purposes

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

Nutritionists are excluded from this occupation. Nutritionists are included in Occupation 263232 Nutritionist.

• Assesses the dietary needs of individuals and groups, and develops customised dietary plans
• Provides individualised nutrition advice to people with a range of health conditions
• Explains the relationship between food and health to attain and maintain people's health
• Plans menu options and manages the preparation of special meals or diets
• Provides guidance on food selection and preparation to individuals and groups
• Monitors and evaluates the progress of individuals on dietary plans
• Maintains accurate and confidential records of people's health when following dietary plans
• Provides primary, secondary and tertiary health care in settings that include hospitals and palliative care facilities

Registration or licensing may be required.

Dietitians are excluded from this occupation. Dietitians are included in Occupation 263231 Dietitian.

• Clinical Nutritionist

• Plans, implements and evaluates public health nutrition policies, programs and initiatives
• Assesses the nutritional needs of individuals and groups, and develops customised nutrition plans such as dietary modification and supplementation, to promote health and prevent, or support the remediation of, illness or disease
• Explains the relationship between nutrition and health to attain and maintain people's health
• Conducts research on the relationship between nutrition and health
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of nutrition plans
• Provides guidance on food selection and preparation to individuals and groups
• Develops and delivers nutrition education materials and presentations
• Provides primary and secondary health care in settings that include community health centres and specialised clinics

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Performs eye examinations and vision tests to assess visual acuity, detect abnormalities and diagnose refractive errors
• Evaluates and manages ocular diseases and conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration
• Prescribes and fits contact lenses and other optical aids to improve vision
• Provides education to patients on eye health and proper eye care
• Collaborates with other health care professionals to manage systemic diseases with ocular manifestations
• Administers and prescribes therapeutic treatments and medications to treat eye diseases, superficial injuries and conditions
• Performs minor surgical procedures such as removing foreign bodies from the eye

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Retail Pharmacist

• Compounding Pharmacist

• Reviews prescriptions and patients' medicine histories to ensure optimal dosage, methods of administration and drug compatibility before dispensing
• Prepares or supervises the preparation and labelling of liquid medicines, topical medicines and other medications to fill prescriptions
• Provides guidance to patients on medications, drug incompatibility, contraindications and lifestyle measures to prevent and assist with management of medication and medical conditions
• Supplies non-prescription medicines, and diagnostic and therapeutic aids
• Maintains records of the supply of prescription medicines, controlled drugs and other restricted substances
• Advises prescribers on therapeutic suitability, drug incompatibility and contraindications of medicines
• Stores and preserves vaccines, serums and other drugs subject to deterioration
• Prescribes and administers medications and treatments within the scope of pharmacy practice compounds, and manufactures medicines when preparations are not available
• Supervises and coordinates the work of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns and pharmacy sales assistants

Registration or licensing is required.

• Obtains medication histories, reviews inpatient charts and medication action plans, and administers and prescribes medications to ensure quality use of medicines
• Provides medication information to doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, patients and carers
• Facilitates the safe continuity of medication management and counselling to patients and carers on discharge from hospital
• Performs medication monitoring and adverse drug reaction management
• Collaborates with Health Professionals to develop medication management plans, including partnered pharmacist medication charting
• Maintains records of the supply of prescription medicines, controlled drugs and other restricted substances
• Supervises and coordinates the work of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns
• Stores and preserves vaccines, serums and other drugs subject to deterioration
• Participates in research, education, quality improvement activities, peer review and interdisciplinary ward rounds and meetings
• May compound and manufacture medicines when preparations are not available

Cardiac technicians are excluded from this unit group. Cardiac technicians are included in Occupation 263932 Cardiac Physiologist.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

Cardiac technicians are excluded from this occupation. Cardiac technicians are included in Occupation 263932 Cardiac Physiologist.

• Cardiac Sonographer
• Vascular Sonographer

• Makes adjustments to patient position, and operates and adjusts ultrasound equipment using appropriate settings to obtain optimal diagnostic images
• Analyses images and reports on findings for Medical Practitioners to interpret and provide diagnosis
• Explains procedures to patients, answers questions, and ensures safety and comfort throughout the examination
• Maintains and calibrates ultrasound equipment to ensure accuracy and quality of images
• Adheres to safety protocols and infection control measures during ultrasound procedures

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Performs a range of assessments to measure hearing, auditory, balance and neural function, and tinnitus
• Interprets test results and provides recommendations for treatment and rehabilitation
• Prescribes and fits devices and aids such as hearing aids and other hearing assistive devices
• Provides support and guidance to individuals affected by communication difficulties in relation to ear and hearing health
• Collaborates with other hearing and Health Professionals in the application of implantable devices

Registration or licensing may be required.

Cardiac sonographers are excluded from this occupation. Cardiac sonographers are included in Occupation 263531 Sonographer.

• Cardiac Scientist
• Cardiac Technician
• Cardiac Technologist

• Prepares patients and performs non-invasive cardiac tests and procedures
• Monitors and records cardiac output and blood flow during cardiac catheterisation procedures
• Assists with cardiac procedures such as balloon pump insertion and structural heart procedures
• Conducts comprehensive ultrasound examinations of the heart to assess overall anatomy and function of cardiac chambers, valves and large vessels
• Assists doctors during surgery by programming and testing pacemakers, defibrillators and heart rhythm monitors
• Offers technical support, advice, and recommendations to Health Professionals involved in managing cardiac device patients
• Works with doctors during electrophysiology studies to set up the diagnostic and interventional equipment
• Measures various heart signals, performs diagnostic protocols and creates maps of the heart to identify arrhythmia
• Operates equipment required for cryo and radio-frequency ablation
• Provides long-term follow up to ensure optimal performance of cardiac devices

Registration or licensing is required.

• Provides advice and education on the management of diabetes and diabetes-related complications
• Advises patients on proper use, safety and side effects of diabetes medication
• Educates patients on blood glucose monitoring
• Provides lifestyle and dietary modification advice to help support diabetes management
• Works collaboratively with other Health Professionals to implement strategies to prevent negative outcomes from diabetes

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Undertakes neurophysiological tests for the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders
• Interprets neurological referrals and tailors the procedure accordingly
• Collaborates with other medical and Health Professionals in the provision of neurological diagnostic services
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of procedures and test results for neurological patients

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Assesses visual function, binocular vision and eye alignment
• Interprets diagnostic testing of visual function and detects eye disease
• Diagnoses eye movement and binocular vision disorders related to childhood strabismus or acquired through stroke, traumatic brain injury or other causes
• Prescribes and provides orthoptic therapy and other non-surgical management for those with eye movement disorders
• Prescribes glasses and low vision aids
• Provides visual rehabilitation for patients with low vision, including education and support with orthoptic and ophthalmic conditions
• Provides pre-, peri- and post-operative care for ophthalmic patients, including assisting in ophthalmic surgery and minor procedures
• Works collaboratively with Ophthalmologists to manage eye disease
• Coordinates and implements vision screening programs

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Performs routine and complex lung function tests, and overnight sleep studies and daytime tests to assess respiratory or sleep disorders
• Interprets and analyses respiratory function and sleep test data to provide accurate and timely reports
• Collaborates with other medical professionals to develop treatment plans based on test results
• Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
• Calibrates and prepares equipment used in the performance of respiratory function and sleep tests, and maintains equipment to optimum hygiene standards
• May assist in the development and implementation of respiratory and sleep research projects

• Melanographer

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Anaesthetic registrars training as Anaesthetists are included in this unit group.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Anaesthetic registrars training as Anaesthetists are included in this occupation.

• Specialist Pain Medicine Physician

• Performs pre-operative examinations of patients to determine appropriate anaesthetic and sedation in concurrence with Physicians and Surgeons
• Discusses the anaesthetic process and risks with patients, and obtains their informed consent prior to surgery
• Administers local, regional and general anaesthetics using a variety of methods such as inhalational and intravenous administration, and utilises diverse airway management techniques
• Monitors patients throughout surgical procedures and in immediate post-operative procedures
• Records details of anaesthetic and sedation administered, and the condition of patients before, during and after anaesthesia
• Assists in acute pain management of patients
• Liaises with other Health Professionals to provide diagnosis and treatment for patients with chronic pain
• Examines and treats patients requiring intensive care or resuscitation
• Consults with other Health Professionals to optimise patient care and safety
• May instruct medical, nursing, student and multidisciplinary staff on the signs, symptoms and diagnosis of allergic and anaphylactic reactions to anaesthetic agents, and supervision and treatment of life threatening emergencies

Resident Medical Officers are excluded from this unit group. Resident Medical Officers are included in Occupation 264531 Resident Medical Officer.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Resident Medical Officers are excluded from this occupation. Resident Medical Officers are included in Occupation 264531 Resident Medical Officer.

• General Medical Practitioner

• Skin Cancer General Practitioner

• Consults with, and conducts examinations on, patients to determine the nature of disorders and illnesses, and maintains patient records
• Creates patient-centric care plans as part of a treatment team, and refers patients to and exchanges medical information with, other Health Professionals
• Requests laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis
• Provides overall care for patients, and prescribes and administers treatments, medications and other remedial measures
• Monitors patient progress and response to treatment
• Performs medical and minor surgical procedures

Medical registrars training as Physicians are included in this unit group.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatricians are excluded from this occupation. General paediatricians are included in Occupation 264343 Paediatrician. Physicians with a specialist paediatric role are included in the specialist physician occupation within Unit Group 2643 Physicians.

• Undertakes comprehensive systematic assessment of patients' problems and needs, both biomedical and psychosocial
• Requests laboratory tests, imaging and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis
• Assesses functional, psychological and comorbidity factors to make informed diagnoses
• Creates management plans that recognise treatment interactions with multisystem diseases and comorbidities
• Prescribes medication and treatment for adult patients
• Manages complex, chronic and multisystem disorders in adult patients
• Undertakes expert diagnostics to assess and diagnose clinical problems in their entirety
• Provides and coordinates integrated patient care with the assistance of multidisciplinary teams to optimise health outcomes

Registration or licensing is required.

• Paediatric Cardiologist

• Consults and conducts assessments of patients to inform the management of both acute and chronic cardiovascular disease
• Requests laboratory tests, electrocardiograms, imaging, cardiac biopsies and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as cardiac stress tests, cardiovascular surgery, angioplasty, heart catheterisations and inserting pacemakers
• Prescribes medication and administers treatment as primary and secondary prevention strategies in cardiovascular disease
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised treatment of heart conditions

Registration or licensing is required.

• Paediatric Endocrinologist

• Consults and conducts assessments on patients' endocrine health
• Requests laboratory tests, imaging and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis of glandular and hormonal conditions
• Advises on nutrition, exercise and other lifestyle habits that promote and improve good health, with the aim to prevent and treat diseases and conditions
• Tests for and manages endocrine emergencies
• Assesses, diagnoses and manages hormonal and glandular complications caused by chronic and acute conditions
• Prescribes medication and treatments for glandular and hormonal conditions
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised treatment

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatric gastroenterologists are included in this occupation.

• Conducts gastrointestinal health assessments on patients
• Requests laboratory tests, imaging, biopsies and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis of digestive disorders
• Prescribes medication and administers treatment for patients with gastrointestinal issues
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised patient care
• Manages and monitors gastroenterology and hepatology complications in critically ill and perioperative patients
• Provides diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal endoscopy services

Registration or licensing is required.

• Conducts and performs thorough assessments of older patients in partnership with their support workers and relatives
• Requests laboratory tests, imaging and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis
• Manages and monitors older patients' ongoing chronic conditions to ensure quality of life
• Provides acute medical care to older patients
• Works to reduce the incidence of post-acute syndrome and functional decline associated with hospitalisation
• Manages geriatric syndromes and disorders characterised by the combination of age-related changes
• Manages acute and long-term neurodegenerative disorders and stroke
• Coordinates and manages the rehabilitation of older people who have suffered a functional decline
• Provides specialist care to older people with complex or multifactorial problems in community settings

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatric haematologists are included in this occupation.

• Clinical Haematologist

• Laboratory Haematologist

• Consults with patients to determine the nature of haematological disorders and illnesses
• Requests laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist in the diagnosis of haematological disorders
• Prescribes and administers medication to treat haematological disorders
• Obtains and tests samples such as bone marrow and stem cells for diagnostic and treatment purposes
• Coordinates the care of patients with haematological disorders, including multidisciplinary coordination and consultation with other specialities

Registration or licensing is required.

• Intensive Care Medicine Specialist
• Intensivist

• Examines and manages critically ill patients with life-threatening organ system failure, those at risk of clinical deterioration, as well as those requiring resuscitation
• Manages patients in an intensive care or high dependency unit, and maintains precise patient records
• Monitors and adjusts ventilation settings for patients on life support, and prescribes and administers medications and treatments
• Requests laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures, and analyses results with other medical information to make diagnoses
• Oversees end-of-life care and the diagnosis of brain death

Registration or licensing is required.

Gynaecological oncologists and Radiation Oncologists are excluded from this occupation. Gynaecological oncologists are included in Occupation 264933 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Radiation Oncologists are included in Occupation 264936 Radiation Oncologist.

• Medical Oncology Physician

• Paediatric Medical Oncologist

• Assesses patients to determine the possible presence, nature and extent of cancer
• Analyses test results and other medical information to make cancer diagnoses
• Prescribes, administers and understands the pharmacology of antineoplastic drugs, including cytotoxic drugs, hormonal therapies, molecular targeted agents and biological agents
• Prevents and treats complications caused by cancer and its treatment
• Provides supportive management of cancer patients, including symptom palliation and rehabilitation, with particular emphasis on psychological and social support
• Consults with a multidisciplinary team to manage and treat cancer
• Assesses primary, secondary and tertiary preventive measures to prevent cancer development
• Discusses treatment options and prognoses and formulates treatment management plans with patients regarding the role of radiation therapy and chemotherapy in the management of cancer
• Implements palliative and end-of-life care

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatric nephrologists are included in this occupation.

• Assesses, diagnoses and manages patients presenting with suspected disorders of the kidney and urinary tract
• Requests and interprets laboratory tests, imaging, kidney function tests and other diagnostic procedures
• Prescribes medication and administers treatment based on kidney function
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised renal treatment
• Organises dialysis and monitors patients' conditions by assessing water weight and filtration rate
• Provides ongoing support in treating acute and chronic renal diseases
• Performs procedures associated with the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease, including renal biopsy and those associated with achieving or maintaining access for renal dialysis
• Oversees the administration of renal replacement therapies, which include both haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments for kidney health, as well as the coordination of kidney transplants

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatric neurologists are included in this occupation.

• Assesses, diagnoses and manages patients presenting with neurological issues
• Performs various examination techniques to assess patients presenting with neurological issues
• Requests appropriate laboratory tests, neuroimaging techniques and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets results of tests
• Interprets the results of neuropathology investigations
• Selects and prescribes appropriate medications in the management of neurological diseases
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised neurological treatment
• Provides prognoses in untreatable neurological conditions, and provides support to family and patients to manage end-of-life care

Registration or licensing is required.

Physicians with a specialist paediatric role are excluded from this occupation. Paediatric cardiologists are included in Occupation 264332 Cardiologist. Paediatric endocrinologists are included in Occupation 264333 Endocrinologist. Paediatric gastroenterologists are included in Occupation 264334 Gastroenterologist. Paediatric haematologists are included in Occupation 264336 Haematologist. Paediatric intensive care specialists are included in Occupation 264337 Intensive Care Specialist. Paediatric medical oncologists are included in Occupation 264338 Medical Oncologist. Paediatric nephrologists are included in Occupation 264341 Nephrologist. Paediatric neurologists are included in Occupation 264342 Neurologist. Paediatric respiratory and sleep physicians are included in Occupation 264345 Respiratory Physician. Paediatric rheumatologists are included in Occupation 264346 Rheumatologist.

• Neonatologist
• Paediatric Emergency Physician

• Assesses, diagnoses and treats neonates, infants, children and adolescents
• Requests laboratory tests, imaging and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist diagnosis
• Prescribes medications and administers treatment based on age, weight and pharmacokinetics of the patient
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised treatment
• Provides guidance and education to children and their families regarding medical procedures, conditions and treatment options
• Assesses, investigates and manages paediatric care in neonatal and perinatal settings
• Performs procedures in advanced paediatric life support

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses and responds rapidly to urgent and evolving public health issues
• Leads teams, public health responses, programs, projects and organisations designed to address health inequity and population health outcomes
• Collects, analyses and applies data related to public health issues, and researches possible causes and links to other health determinants operating at the community level
• Develops strategies to assist the implementation of programs that will prevent disease or promote health in the community
• Advises senior public health officials about legislation and other strategies to improve the health and wellbeing of communities
• Designs and evaluates disease screening programs and disease and hazard surveillance systems
• Evaluates health services and public health programs, health technologies and interventions
• Advises and manages the public health management of environmental health risks
• Informs the management of public health emergencies and infectious disease outbreaks and control measures
• May advise and work in partnership on the public health issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatric respiratory and sleep physicians are included in this occupation.

• Respiratory and Sleep Physician

• Consults and conducts respiratory examinations on patients to form a comprehensive medical assessment
• Requests laboratory tests, imaging, respiratory function tests and other diagnostic procedures
• Diagnoses patients by analysing test results and evaluating other health information related to respiratory conditions
• Performs or supervises pleural procedures and bronchoscopy
• Prescribes and manages medications and non-pharmacological treatments, including oxygen therapy and non-invasive ventilation
• Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised treatment of respiratory conditions
• Provides ongoing support in treating acute and chronic respiratory conditions
• Develops management plans for the prevention and treatment of both acute and long-term respiratory conditions
• May oversee respiratory function and sleep scientists and laboratories, and interpret results of respiratory function and sleep tests

Registration or licensing is required.

Paediatric rheumatologists are included in this occupation.

• Obtains a medical history to diagnose and manage patients with suspected or established rheumatic disorders
• Examines the musculoskeletal and other systems to diagnose and manage patients with suspected or established rheumatic disorders
• Orders and interprets investigations to diagnose and manage patients with suspected or established rheumatic disorders
• Prescribes and monitors pharmacological therapeutics in patients with rheumatic disorders
• Uses core rheumatologic procedures, such as joint aspiration and injection, and synovial biopsy, in the management of patients with rheumatic disorders
• Uses and monitors non-pharmacological and non-surgical interventions in patients with rheumatic disorders
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members and other medical services to manage patients with rheumatic disorders
• Conducts research to enhance the discovery and implementation of optimal treatments for rheumatic disorders

Registration or licensing is required.

• Clinical Allergist
• Clinical Geneticist
• Clinical Immunologist
• Clinical Pharmacologist
• Infectious Diseases Physician
• Occupational Medicine Physician
• Palliative Medicine Physician
• Rehabilitation Medicine Physician
• Sexual Health Physician

Psychiatric registrars training as Psychiatrists are included in this unit group.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Psychiatric registrars training as Psychiatrists are included in this occupation.

• Consultant Psychiatrist

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

• Conducts psychiatric assessments and diagnoses mental, emotional and behavioural conditions
• Prescribes and monitors medication, and develops treatment plans for patients, including therapies and rehabilitation programs
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to provide comprehensive patient care
• Determines the need for involuntary treatment, and handles emergency crisis intervention and hospital admissions
• Assists in managing patients in legal and forensic settings by providing expert opinion to the community, government and courts
• May provide psychotherapy and counselling to individuals or in group sessions

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Medical Intern

• Assists in the diagnosis and treatment of human physical and mental disorders and injuries
• Obtains patients' medical histories, and conducts physical examinations and medical assessments of patients
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and investigations for disorders and injuries
• Monitors patients' progress and response to treatment, documents patient records, and coordinates hospital admissions and discharge planning

Medical registrars training as Surgeons are included in this unit group.

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons and podiatric surgeons are excluded from this unit group. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are included in Occupation 269231 Dental Specialist. Podiatric surgeons are included in Occupation 262531 Podiatrist.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Consults with patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories
• Examines and evaluates patients to determine if surgical treatment of illnesses, conditions and injuries are required, and explains risks to patients
• Requests laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings
• Performs surgery and procedures in operating theatres and treatment rooms
• Prescribes post-operative care and observes patient progress
• Provides specialist advice to generalist Medical Practitioners or other specialists
• Prescribes medication and recommends preventative action to treat illness or injuries
• Maintains patient records

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses patients' medical conditions and determines the need for cardiothoracic surgery
• Utilises diagnostic tools such as imaging tests, electrocardiograms and blood tests to assess patients' conditions and determine appropriate treatment plans
• Performs surgical procedures on the heart and lungs, including bypass surgery, valve repair or replacement, and oesophagus, trachea and lung transplantation
• Advises and counsels patients and families about patients' conditions, treatment options and recovery

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses patients' medical history and performs physical examinations to diagnose neurological disorders
• Performs surgical procedures such as brain surgery and spinal surgery to correct neurological disorders
• Prescribes treatments and medications following diagnosis of neurological diseases, illness or injuries
• Collaborates with other medical professionals such as Neurologists, therapists and rehabilitation experts

Registration or licensing is required.

• Consults with patients to diagnose orthopaedic conditions and determines the need for surgical intervention
• Performs surgical procedures to treat musculoskeletal diseases and injuries
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, such as X-rays and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning for muscular and skeletal diseases
• Prescribes treatments and medications following diagnosis of orthopaedic diseases or injuries

Registration or licensing is required.

• Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist
• Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon
• Head and Neck Surgeon
• Otorhinolaryngologist

• Examines patients and interprets diagnostic test and medical histories to determine the best surgical treatment
• Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat
• Performs surgical procedures to correct ear, nose and throat conditions
• Prescribes non-surgical treatments, medications and preventative advice for ear, nose and throat conditions

Registration or licensing is required.

• Examines babies, children and adolescents to determine medical conditions, reviews referrals, and reports on patients' physical conditions and medical histories
• Determines the need for operations, explaining risks to families, and selecting the best operational procedures
• Requests and interprets diagnostic tests, and prescribes treatments and medications
• Performs surgical operations, procedures and transplants, prescribes post-operative care, and observes patients' progress
• Instructs other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patients, and instrument and equipment requirements

Registration or licensing is required.

• Examines patients' conditions and determines surgical needs
• Performs reconstructive surgery for congenital deformities, and muscle and tissue injuries
• Performs cosmetic surgery and procedures for aesthetic enhancement
• May perform gender affirming surgery

Registration or licensing is required.

• Urological Surgeon

• Diagnoses patients with kidney, urinary tract, bladder, urethra and male reproductive system disorders
• Performs surgical procedures and non-surgical treatments for urological conditions
• Conducts physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patients' urological health
• Provides guidance, support and education to patients regarding urological conditions and treatment options
• Provides post-operative care, and monitors and evaluates the progress of patients undergoing urological treatment
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses patients to determine the nature of diseases and problems within the vascular system, and diagnose vascular conditions
• Requests laboratory and diagnostic tests to diagnose the extent of the vascular disease
• Performs surgical procedures to repair or remove blockages in arteries and veins, such as angioplasty, bypass surgery and endarterectomy
• Performs non-invasive procedures such as cosmetic treatment of veins

Medical registrars training in these specialties are included in this unit group.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Examines patients to diagnose and treat skin disorders
• Prescribes and administers medications to treat and prevent skin conditions
• Reviews referrals and reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications, and medical histories
• Performs surgical procedures such as biopsies, removal of lesions, and laser or light therapy
• Provides advice and education to patients regarding skin care and managing conditions
• Provides specialist advice to other Medical Practitioners or specialists, and refers patients where necessary

Registration or licensing is required.

• Emergency Physician

• Examines and assesses patients with acute and urgent illness or injury
• Requests laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets the results
• Provides safe and immediate care to resuscitate and stabilise patients, and manage their conditions
• Performs various life-saving procedures in operating and procedure rooms
• Refers patients to, and exchanges medical information with, relevant Medical Practitioners
• Monitors patients' progress and response to treatment, and documents patient records
• May participate in emergency responses and disaster management activities

Registration or licensing is required.

• Provides prenatal care and monitors the health of pregnant women and their babies throughout pregnancy, labour and delivery
• Diagnoses and treats medical conditions and disorders related to pregnancy, childbirth and the female reproductive system
• Performs surgical procedures related to the female reproductive system and provides post-operative care
• Performs diagnostic tests and conducts periodic examinations to detect and prevent gynaecological disorders
• Interprets medical imaging results of female pelvic organs, and of pregnant women and their babies
• Provides guidance to patients on family planning and reproductive issues

Registration or licensing is required.

• Eye Specialist
• Eye Surgeon

• Conducts comprehensive eye examinations to assess eye health, and diagnose and treat eye conditions
• Prescribes and administers medications and treatment for eye diseases and injuries
• Performs surgical procedures on the eye such as cataract removal or laser eye surgery
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and collaborates with other Health Professionals to manage patients' overall health
• Prescribes and fits corrective lenses such as glasses or contact lenses

Registration or licensing is required.

• Anatomical Pathologist
• Forensic Pathologist
• Immunologist

• Analyses specimens of tissues, blood and other body fluids to diagnose diseases and conditions, and advises on treatment options
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to interpret test results and develop treatment plans, and monitors patient progress
• Performs autopsies to determine the cause of death and provide information for legal and medical purposes
• Advises clinicians on appropriate tests for the investigation of clinical problems, and provides clinical guidance to other Health Professionals

Registration or licensing is required.

Gynaecological oncologists, Medical Oncologists and surgical oncologists are excluded from this occupation. Gynaecological oncologists are included in Occupation 264933 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Medical Oncologists are included in Occupation 264338 Medical Oncologist. Surgical oncologists are included in Occupation 264631 General Surgeon.

• Examines patients to determine the nature and extent of disease after referral from general medical practitioners and other medical specialists
• Provides patient-centred plans and prescribes radiation to treat cancer
• Oversees radiation treatment and assesses treatment progress
• Manages side effects and symptoms of radiation
• Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings to develop treatment plans for complex cases

Registration or licensing is required.

• Diagnostic Radiologist
• Interventional Radiologist
• Nuclear Medicine Physician

• Performs and interprets diagnostic imaging to identify, monitor and treat diseases, illnesses, injuries and disorders
• Prepares comprehensive reports, documenting medical image analyses and diagnoses
• Consults with referring physicians and other health practitioners to discuss patient diagnoses and treatment plans
• Monitors patients during and after medical imaging procedures to ensure their safety and comfort
• Supervises and directs medical imaging and radiology technologists to ensure medical imaging is performed correctly and safely
• Performs minimally invasive procedures such as biopsies and stent placements

Registration or licensing is required.

• Sports Physician

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Midwife

• Clinical Midwife
• Clinical Midwife Consultant
• Endorsed Midwife
• Midwife Specialist

• Provides antenatal care to pregnant women, including physical examinations, monitoring of foetal development, and providing advice on nutrition and exercise
• Assists women during labour and childbirth, monitoring the progress of labour, and providing pain relief measures and medical interventions
• Provides postnatal care to women and newborns, including monitoring their health, providing lactation support and assisting with newborn care
• Educates and advises women and their families on pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care, promoting informed decision-making
• Identifies complications, and refers and collaborates with other Health Professionals to ensure comprehensive care for women and babies

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Clinical Nurse Educator
• Clinical Nurse Facilitator
• Staff Development Nurse

• Plans and organises the delivery of nursing education programs for nursing students
• Implements nursing education programs, including developing curriculum, teaching materials and assessment tools
• Designs nursing education programs based on the needs of the target audience
• Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing education programs and makes improvements as required
• Manages educational resources, including budgeting, procurement and maintenance of equipment and materials
• May focus on general nursing topics or specialise in a particular area of nursing

Registration or licensing is required.

• Designs and conducts research projects in nursing and related disciplines
• Evaluates the effectiveness and impact of nursing research projects
• Develops research protocols and methodologies for nursing research studies
• Collects and analyses data from research studies
• Disseminates nursing research findings through publications and presentations
• Promotes the integration of research findings into clinical nursing practice
• Provides guidance and support to nurses in implementing evidence-based practice

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Associate Nurse Manager

• Determines objectives, strategies, policies and programs for the unit or health care facility, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
• Provides management, education and training to staff, implementing advancements in nursing/midwifery practices
• Manages financial resources for the unit or facility and the provision of cost-effective nursing/midwifery care
• Monitors and evaluates the quality and clinical standards of nursing/midwifery care
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to ensure coordinated patient care
• Recruits and rosters staff to meet the needs of the unit or health care facility

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses and diagnoses people's health conditions and needs
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and investigations
• Prescribes and administers medications and treatments independently, within the scope of nursing practice
• Develops and implements patient care plans and management strategies
• Provides education and guidance to people and their families on health promotion, disease prevention and self-care
• Refers patients to specialist Medical Practitioners and other Health Professionals for further assessment and treatment
• Evaluates and monitors peoples' responses to treatments and interventions
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
• Registered Nurse (Emergency)
• Registered Nurse (Intensive Care)
• Registered Nurse (Medical/Surgical)
• Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)
• Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
• Registered Nurse (Rehabilitation)

• Develops and implements nursing care plans to provide direct clinical care in a hospital setting
• Assesses and monitors the condition of people, and prepares people for surgery or treatment
• Administers and monitors medication and fluids
• Assists with diagnostic tests and procedures, as well as interpreting test results and reports
• Provides emotional support and comfort to people and their families
• Educates people and their families about health conditions and treatment options
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of patient information, including vital signs, medications and treatments
• Responds to emergency situations, and provides immediate care and interventions
• May operate and monitor specialised medical equipment such as ventilators and cardiac monitors

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Nurse (In-home Aged Care)

• Assesses the health needs of elderly patients and develops individualised care plans
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by health care professionals
• Monitors and records vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate
• Assists elderly patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and eating
• Provides emotional support and companionship to elderly patients
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to coordinate and manage patient care
• Educates elderly patients and their families on health promotion and disease prevention
• Performs wound care and dressing changes
• Assists in the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension
• Responds to emergencies and provides immediate medical assistance when necessary

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Nurse (Child and Adolescence Mental Health)
• Registered Nurse (Drug and Alcohol)
• Registered Nurse (Psychiatric Rehabilitation)
• Registered Nurse (Psychogeriatric Care)

• Assesses and monitors the mental health status of people
• Develops and implements individualised care plans for people with mental health issues
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by health care professionals
• Provides emotional support to people and their families
• Assists people in developing coping skills and managing their mental health conditions
• Educates people and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options
• Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and adjusts care plans accordingly
• Documents patient information and maintains accurate medical records

Registration or licensing is required.

Aged care registered nurses and mental health registered nurses are excluded from this occupation. Aged care registered nurses are included in Occupation 265433 Registered Nurse (Aged Care). Mental health registered nurses are included in Occupation 265434 Registered Nurse (Mental Health).

• Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)
• Registered Nurse (Community Health)
• Registered Nurse (Disability)
• Registered Nurse (Health Education and Promotion)
• Registered Nurse (Practice Nurse)
• Registered Nurse (Public Health)
• Registered Nurse (School Nurse)

• Assesses the health needs of individuals, families and groups in the wider community
• Develops and implements nursing care plans based on individual needs and health goals
• Provides health guidance and education to individuals, families and groups
• Conducts health screenings and assessments to identify potential health issues
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitors and evaluates patient progress, and adjusts care plans as needed
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation
• May provide acute care outside of a hospital setting

Registration or licensing is required.

• Breast Care Nurse
• Cosmetic Nurse
• Fertility/IVF Nurse
• Nursing Officer (Defence Forces)
• Occupational Health Nurse
• Remote Area Nurse

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses, diagnoses, treats, manages and records patients' oral health status
• Performs dental cleaning to remove plaque and calculus from teeth
• Applies fluoride treatments and dental sealants
• Takes dental radiographs (X-rays) to assist in diagnosis
• Provides oral hygiene instructions and education to patients
• Performs non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling and root planing) to treat gum disease
• Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care

Registration or licensing is required.

• Clinical Dental Technician

• Assesses, treats and provides removable dentures and dental appliances to patients
• Consults with patients to determine their dental prosthetic needs
• Designs, constructs, fits, adjusts and repairs dentures and mouthguards according to patient specifications
• Takes impressions and records of mouths for the manufacture of splints, stents, sleep apnoea or anti-snoring devices, and immediate dentures
• Provides advice and education on proper care and maintenance of dentures and mouthguards
• Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses, diagnoses, treats, manages and prevents oral health disease for patients of all ages
• Provides preventive dental care including oral hygiene instruction, fluoride treatments and sealant application
• Performs non-surgical treatment of gum diseases
• Supports orthodontic procedures
• Performs routine dental procedures such as cleaning and polishing teeth
• Provides education and information to promote positive oral health
• Takes dental radiographs (X-rays) and interprets the results
• Provides restorative dental care including fillings and children's crowns
• Collaborates with other dental practitioners to ensure optimal patient care

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are included in this unit group.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Endodontist
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
• Oral Pathologist
• Orthodontist
• Paedodontist
• Periodontist
• Prosthodontist

• Examines patients' teeth, gums and related facial structures to diagnose and treat complex dental conditions caused by injuries, decay or malformations of the teeth and mouth
• Performs and interprets dental radiographs (X-rays) and other diagnostic tests
• Prescribes medications and administers anaesthesia to patients as necessary
• Collaborates with other dental professionals to develop treatment plans, explain them to patients, and monitor progress
• May surgically remove teeth or tumours, and perform restorative and cosmetic oral and maxillofacial surgery on patients
• May use specialised techniques to make dental prostheses and orthodontic devices for aesthetic and functional correction

Registration or licensing is required.

• Dental Surgeon

• Examines patients' teeth and mouths to diagnose and treat dental diseases, injuries or decay
• Performs routine dental surgeries and other procedures, such as fillings and crowns, to treat dental conditions
• Restores and replaces missing or damaged teeth
• Performs cosmetic dental procedures to improve the appearance of patients' teeth
• Prescribes medications and administers local anaesthesia to patients as necessary
• Educates patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive dental care
• Refers patients with complex issues to Dental Specialists for specialised treatment
• May conduct surgical procedures such as tooth extractions or root canals

Policy Analysts are excluded from this unit group. Policy Analysts are included in Occupation 223332 Policy Analyst.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Food Safety Auditor
• Food Safety Officer

• Develops, implements and reviews environmental health management plans
• Prepares and implements plans and strategies for the safe, economic and suitable disposal of commercial, industrial, medical and household wastes
• Advises on and enforces environmental health legislation
• Implements prevention programs and strategies for communicable diseases, food safety, wastewater treatment and disposal systems, recreation and domestic water quality, and any contaminated or hazardous substances
• Conducts inspections and investigations for legislative compliance with environmental health standards
• Provides advice on environmental health issues

Registration or licensing may be required.

Diabetes Educators are excluded from this occupation. Diabetes Educators are included in Occupation 263933 Diabetes Educator.

• Community Health Worker
• Health Educator

• Develops communication objectives in relation to health issues
• Identifies the audience most at need or at risk and establishes the most appropriate method to reach that audience
• Undertakes research to make sure that data is correct and current
• Writes material and sets up displays to assist in the promotion of health issues
• Gives presentations to community groups on health issues to increase public awareness
• May work in conjunction with other organisations or government departments

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Intensive Care Paramedic

• Flight/Rescue Paramedic

• Attends accidents, emergencies and requests for medical assistance when there is an immediate risk to life
• Assesses health of critically ill patients, need for assistance, specialised needs, and factors affecting patients' conditions
• Conducts diagnostic tests and interprets results to aid in patient assessment
• Administers emergency medical treatment and life support interventions to stabilise patients
• Monitors and manages critically ill patients' vital signs and responses to treatment
• Resuscitates and defibrillates patients and operates life-support equipment
• Prepares written reports on the state of critically ill patients' injuries and treatment

Registration or licensing is required.

Critical Care Paramedics are excluded from this occupation. Critical Care Paramedics are included in Occupation 269431 Critical Care Paramedic.

• Attends accidents and medical emergencies
• Assesses, manages, diagnoses and treats patients with life-threatening and non-life-threatening injuries and conditions, on site and on the way to the hospital
• Documents and provides medication to assist in treating patient symptoms
• Prepares reports on the state of patients' injuries and treatment provided
• Briefs other medical staff on patients' conditions and vitals
• Performs resuscitation and uses life support equipment such as a defibrillator, to revive and stabilise patients
• May transport sick and injured patients to health care facilities
• May attend public gatherings where medical help may be needed, such as sporting or community events

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Veterinary Surgeon

• Veterinary Pathologist

• Examines animals to diagnose diseases, ailments and injuries
• Prescribes and administers medications and treatments to animals
• Performs surgeries and other medical procedures on animals
• Provides preventive care such as vaccinations and parasite control
• Advises animal owners on proper care and nutrition for their pets
• Conducts laboratory tests and interprets the results
• Euthanises animals when necessary and supports grieving owners
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for animals

Registration or licensing may be required.

Life Science Technicians are excluded from this occupation. Life Science Technicians are included in Occupation 311535 Life Science Technician.

• Animal Technician
• Veterinary Technician

• Triages sick or injured animals in a variety of environments such as veterinary clinics, farms or zoos
• Administers anaesthesia to animals in preparation for surgery, and monitors them throughout the procedure
• Obtains and tests animal blood, urine and faecal samples
• Performs animal tests including X-rays, laparoscopes, endoscopes, CT scans and dental procedures
• Provides post-operative care instructions to animal carers
• Monitors animals and records their behaviour and vital signs to ensure complete records of their care

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses clients' health conditions and determines appropriate acupuncture treatments
• Consults with clients to gather information about their medical history and symptoms
• Inserts fine needles into specific points on the body to stimulate the body's natural healing processes
• Monitors clients' progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary, and educates clients on the benefits and potential risks of acupuncture treatments
• Provides advice and guidance to clients on lifestyle changes and self-care techniques
• Collaborates with other health care professionals to provide holistic care to clients

Registration or licensing is required.

• Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner

• Chinese Herbalist

• Assesses patients' health conditions and imbalances of energy flows through the body
• Develops treatment plans based on the assessment of the whole person
• Administers acupuncture to stimulate specific points on the body
• Prescribes and prepares Chinese herbal medicine for patients
• Performs massage techniques to promote relaxation and improve energy flow
• Provides dietary advice and recommends specific foods to support healing
• Guides patients in exercise and breathing therapy to enhance overall wellbeing

• Completes detailed assessments to determine factors contributing to clients' states of health, including obtaining case histories, physical examinations, laboratory testing, and tongue and pulse diagnoses
• Categorises and determines the underlying causes of clients' symptoms, along with clients' capacity for improved health
• Employs a range of therapies and practices, including nutritional advice, herbal medicines, lifestyle counselling, hydrotherapy and naturopathic physical medicine, to meet individual treatment goals
• Prioritises non-invasive or non-pharmacological interventions and preventive care
• Monitors clients' progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary

• Dermal Clinician
• Herbalist (Western)
• Homeopath