2699 Other Health Professionals
2699 Other Health Professionals
This unit group covers Health Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Acupuncturists, Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Naturopaths.
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
269931 Acupuncturist
Treats disorders and illnesses by stimulating the body's defence mechanisms through inserting fine needles into the skin.
Registration or licensing is required.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
269932 Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Treats imbalances of energy flows through the body by assessing the whole person and using techniques and methods such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, massage, diet, exercise and breathing therapy.
Registration or licensing is required.
Alternative title
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Specialisation
- Chinese Herbalist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
269933 Naturopath
Treats clients using a system based on traditional naturopathic philosophies and principles through employing various tools and techniques, such as diet and lifestyle education, nutrition, herbal medicine and other practices.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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
269999 Health Professionals nec
This occupation group covers Health Professionals not elsewhere classified.
Skill level: 1
Occupations in this group include:
- Dermal Clinician
- Herbalist (Western)
- Homeopath