ANZSCO 252611
Podiatrist
Prevents, diagnoses and treats disorders that affect feet, ankles and lower limbs.
Skills assessment authority
Pharmacy Council of Australia (APC)Occupation lists
MLTSSL · CSOL
Visas for Podiatrist
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
Registration & licensing
Registration or licensing is required.
State nomination
7 state(s) nominate Podiatrist for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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