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Unit Group

2625 Podiatrists

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

2625 Podiatrists

Prevent, diagnose and treat disorders that affect feet, ankles and lower limbs.

OSCA skill level

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
Occupation

262531 Podiatrist

Prevents, diagnoses and treats disorders that affect feet, ankles and lower limbs.

Registration or licensing is required.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • 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