2649 Other Medical Practitioners
2649 Other Medical Practitioners
This unit group covers Medical Practitioners not elsewhere classified. It includes Dermatologists, Emergency Medicine Specialists, Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Ophthalmologists, Pathologists, Radiation Oncologists and Radiologists.
Medical registrars training in these specialties are included in this unit group.
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
264931 Dermatologist
Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to disorders of the human skin.
Registration or licensing is required.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264932 Emergency Medicine Specialist
Provides diagnostic medical services and manages patients with acute and urgent illness and injury.
Registration or licensing is required.
Alternative title
- Emergency Physician
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264933 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical and surgical services related to the care of women and their babies during pregnancy and childbirth, and to disorders of the female genital, urinary, rectal and reproductive organs.
Registration or licensing is required.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264934 Ophthalmologist
Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical and surgical services related to diseases, injuries and deficiencies of the human eye and associated structures.
Registration or licensing is required.
Alternative titles
- Eye Specialist
- Eye Surgeon
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264935 Pathologist
Identifies the cause and processes of disease and illness by examining changes in body tissue and in blood and other body fluids, and conducts tests on samples of tissues, blood and body secretions.
Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations
- Anatomical Pathologist
- Forensic Pathologist
- Immunologist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264936 Radiation Oncologist
Investigates, diagnoses and treats patients with cancer using radiation therapy for both curative and palliative purposes.
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.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264937 Radiologist
Diagnoses, monitors and treats injuries and illnesses using various medical imaging techniques, such as X-ray, angiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine and bone densitometry.
Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations
- Diagnostic Radiologist
- Interventional Radiologist
- Nuclear Medicine Physician
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
264999 Medical Practitioners nec
This occupation group covers Medical Practitioners not elsewhere classified.
Registration or licensing is required.
Skill level: 1
Occupations in this group include:
- Sports Physician