Podiatrist job Australia

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Podiatrist Jobs in Australia - ANZSCO page.

Podiatrist job Australia - If your profession is Podiatrist in accordance with the Australian Skills Classified Occupation (ASCO) 2388-11 then you are currently in demand by employers in Australia.

Podiatrist

Prevents, diagnoses and treats medical and surgical conditions of the feet, including those resulting from bone and joint disorders, muscular pathologies as well as neurological and circulatory diseases.

Tasks

examines patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions such as skin lesions, bunions, ingrown toenails, foot infections, and deformities such as flat feet, foot imbalance and injury
examines and treats foot disabilities of paralysis, ulceration and malfunction caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathies
prescribes and arranges the fabrication of footwear to correct foot disabilities
performs minor surgery to remove or ameliorate abnormal conditions
prescribes and fits replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
advises patients about continued treatment and foot care to prevent recurrences
may provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
may refer to, or have patients referred from, medical practitioners

Specialisations

No specialisations listed

Minimum Requirements

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