ANZSCO Occupations 9 - Visa Solutions Official

Occupation: 254422 - Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

(Psychiatric Nurse)

Provides nursing care to patients with mental health illness, disorder and dysfunction, and those experiencing emotional difficulties, distress and crisis in health, welfare and aged care facilities, correctional services and the community. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualificatioon (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Specialisations:
Registered Nurse (Child & Adolescence Mental Health)
Registered Nurse (Drug & Alcohol)
Registered Nurse (Psychiatric Rehabilitation)
Registered Nurse (Psychogeriatric Care)

Occupation: 263312 - Telecommunications Network Engineer

(Communications Consultants, Communications Specialist (ICT), Telecommunications Consultant, Telecommunications Specialist)

Plans, designs and monitors complex telecommunications networks and associated broadcasting equipment.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least 5 years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

planning, designing, building, configuring and commissioning telecommunications devices, networks and systems, such as voice, radio, two-way, data, microwave, satellite and digital data systems, and ensuring telecommunications systems interconnect with equipment from different manufacturers, service providers and users
compiling engineering project proposals to define goals, identify scope, background and need, and ascertain cost of equipment, parts and services
evaluating and procuring new products and services from vendors
ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures in the provision of telecommunications systems
selecting and developing new telecommunications sites by locating sites, filing documents, drawing up documents for approval, drafting construction drawings and following through to approval
determining appropriate configurations of telecommunications hardware and software, ensuring desired performance of telecommunications equipment
preparing and interpreting specifications, drawings and regulations for the use of telecommunications equipment
determining the type and arrangement of circuits, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines and equipment
identifying and analysing problems and needs of existing telecommunications system, such as interference, intelligibility and clarity, to determine the most appropriate means of reducing, eliminating and avoiding current and future problems and improve communications
monitoring telecommunications systems to assess need for updates, upgrades, enhancements, preventive maintenance and new systems
assessing performance levels of system hardware and software to project future needs, and developing short- and long-terms plans for updating equipment, adding capabilities, enhancing existing systems and providing improved telecommunications

Occupation: 272411 - Historian

Researches the history of human activity and prepares accounts of findings.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

assembling historical data by consulting sources of information such as historical indexes and catalogues archives, court records, diaries, newspaper files and other materials
organising, authenticating, evaluating and interpreting historical, political, sociological, anthropological and linguistic data
undertaking historical and cultural research into human activity, and preparing and presenting research findings
providing simultaneous and consecutive verbal or signed renditions of speeches into another language
rendering the meaning and feeling of what is said and signed into another language in the appropriate register and style in a range of setting such as courts, hospitals, schools, workplaces and conferences
studying original texts and transcripts of recorded spoken material to comprehend subject matter and translating them into another language
rendering the meaning and feeling of written material, such as literary, legal, technical and scientific texts, into another language in the appropriate register and style, so that it will read as an original piece rather than as a translation

Specialisations:
Art Historian
Cultural Historian
Economic Historian
Geographical Historian

Occupation: 251311 - Environmental Health Officer

Develops, enforces and evaluates environmental health policies, programs and strategies to improve health outcomes, and oversees the implementation and monitoring of environmental health legislation.

Tasks Include:

developing, implementing and reviewing environmental health management plans and occupational health and safety plans
preparing and implementing plans and strategies for the safe, economic and suitable disposal of commercial, industrial, medical and household wastes
advising on and enforcing legislation, implementing prevention programs and strategies for communicable diseases, food safety, waste water treatment and disposal systems, recreation and domestic water quality, contaminated and hazardous substances, and minimising air, sea, water and noise pollution to improve health outcomes
identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risks in the workplace
developing, implementing and monitoring programs minimising workplace and environmental pollution involving chemical and physical hazards
promoting ergonomic principles within the workplace such as matching furniture, equipment and work activities to the needs of employees
inspecting and auditing workplaces, processes, plant, and chemical and physical hazards for legislative compliance
training employees in personal protective equipment and safe working procedures
recording and investigating injuries and equipment damage, and reporting safety performance
coordinating the return of injured workers into the workplace

Specialisations:
Food Safety Auditor
Food Safety Officer

Occupation: 252611 - Podiatrist

Prevents, diagnoses and treats disorder of the feet. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

examining patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions, deformities and injuries
examining and treating foot disabilities caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathes
prescribing and arranging the fabrication of footwear to correct foot abnormalities
performing minor surgery to remove and improve abnormal conditions
prescribing and fitting replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities
advising patients about continued treatment and foot care
may provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped
may refer patients to or have patients referred from Medical Practitioners

Specialisations:
Podiatric Surgeon

Occupation: 253324 - Thoracic Medicine Specialist

(Respiratory Medicine Physician, Thoracic Medicine Physician)

Investigates, diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the human respiratory system. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification, 2 years hospital-based training, and at least 5 years specialist study and training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

examining patients to determine the nature and extent of problems after referral from General Medical Practitioners and other medical specialists, and undertaking laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures
analysing test results and other medical information to make diagnoses
prescribing and administering drugs, and remedial and therapeutic treatment and procedures
recording medical information and data
reporting specified contagious and notifiable diseases to government health and immigration authorities
may admit or refer patients to hospitals
may consult other medical specialists

Specialisations:
Pulmonary Specialist
Respiratory Physician

Occupation: 253915 - 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 tissue, blood and body secretions. Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations:
Clinical Cytopathologist
Forensic Pathologist
Immunologist

Occupation: 254423 - Registered Nurse (Perioperative)

(Operating Room Nurse)

Provides nursing care to patients before, during and immediately after surgery, assesses patients' condition, plans nursing care for surgical intervention, maintains a safe and comfortable environment, assists Surgeons and Anaesthetists during surgery, and monitors patients' from anaesthetic, prior to return to, or discharge from, ward. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Specialisations:
Registered Nurse (Anaesthetic)
Registered Nurse (Operating Room)
Registered Nurse (Recovery)

Occupation: 271111 - Barrister

Pleads cases before civil, criminal and industrial courts and other tribunals.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

receiving written information in the form of briefs and verbal instructions concerning cases from Solicitors, other specialist Legal Professionals and clients
providing advice and written opinions on points of law
conferring with clients and witnesses in preparation for court proceedings
drawing up pleadings, affidavits and other court documents
researching statutes and previous court decisions relevant to cases
outlining the facts to the court, calling and questioning witnesses, and making addresses to the court to argue a client's case
providing opinion on complex legal issues
may draw up or settle documents

Specialisations:
Queen's Counsel
Senior Counsel

Occupation: 272412 - Interpreter

Transfers a spoken or signed language into another spoken or signed language, usually within a limited time frame in the presence of the participants requiring the translation.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

assembling historical data by consulting sources of information such as historical indexes and catalogues archives, court records, diaries, newspaper files and other materials
organising, authenticating, evaluating and interpreting historical, political, sociological, anthropological and linguistic data
undertaking historical and cultural research into human activity, and preparing and presenting research findings
providing simultaneous and consecutive verbal or signed renditions of speeches into another language
rendering the meaning and feeling of what is said and signed into another language in the appropriate register and style in a range of setting such as courts, hospitals, schools, workplaces and conferences
studying original texts and transcripts of recorded spoken material to comprehend subject matter and translating them into another language
rendering the meaning and feeling of written material, such as literary, legal, technical and scientific texts, into another language in the appropriate register and style, so that it will read as an original piece rather than as a translation

Occupation: 251312 - Occupational Health & Safety Adviser

(Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator, Occupational Health & Safety Officer)

Develops, implements and evaluates risk management policies and programs, trains employees in occupational health and safety procedures, monitors and audits the workplace, and records and investigates incidents to ensure safe and healthy working conditions.

Tasks Include:

developing, implementing and reviewing environmental health management plans and occupational health and safety plans
preparing and implementing plans and strategies for the safe, economic and suitable disposal of commercial, industrial, medical and household wastes
advising on and enforcing legislation, implementing prevention programs and strategies for communicable diseases, food safety, waste water treatment and disposal systems, recreation and domestic water quality, contaminated and hazardous substances, and minimising air, sea, water and noise pollution to improve health outcomes
identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risks in the workplace
developing, implementing and monitoring programs minimising workplace and environmental pollution involving chemical and physical hazards
promoting ergonomic principles within the workplace such as matching furniture, equipment and work activities to the needs of employees
inspecting and auditing workplaces, processes, plant, and chemical and physical hazards for legislative compliance
training employees in personal protective equipment and safe working procedures
recording and investigating injuries and equipment damage, and reporting safety performance
coordinating the return of injured workers into the workplace

Specialisations:
Occupational Hygienist
Workplace Rehabilitation Officer

Occupation: 252711 - Audiologist

Provides diagnostic assessment and rehabilitative services related to human hearing defects. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

administering and interpreting a wide range of audiometric tests to determine hearing efficiency and locate sites of detected hearing problems
interpreting audiometric test results alongside other medical, social and behavioural diagnostic data
evaluating total response pattern and acoustic tests to distinguish between organic and non-organic hearing loss
planning, directing and participating in counselling, speech reading and other rehabilitation programs
prescribing appropriate hearing aids and instructing patients in use
administering tests and observing patients to determine nature and extent of disorders
planning and conducting programs of remedial exercise to correct disorders such as stuttering and abnormal articulation
administering industry and group therapy for rehabilitation of patients with communication problems caused by defective hearing, cerebral palsy, surgery and injury
advising on treatment for children with difficulties in learning to speak
counselling and guiding language-handicapped individuals, their families, teachers and employers

Occupation: 253399 - Internal Medicine Specialists (not elsewhere classified)

This occupation group covers Internal Medicine Specialists not elsewhere classified. Registration or licensing is required.

Occupations in this group include:
Clinical Allergist
Clinical Geneticist
Clinical Immunologist
Clinical Pharmacologist
Geriatrician
Industrial Medicine Specialist
Infectious Diseases Specialist
Palliative Medicine Specialist
Rehabilitation Medicine Physician
Sexual Health Physician
Sleep Medicine Specialist

Occupation: 253999 - Medical Practitioners (not elsewhere classified)

This occupation group covers Medical Practitioners not elsewhere classified. Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations:
Occupational Medicine Specialist
Public Health Physician
Sports Physician

Occupation: 254424 - Registered Nurse (Surgical)

Provides nursing care to patients with injuries and illness that require surgical intervention. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Occupation: 271299 - Judicial & Other Legal Professionals nec

This occupation group covers Judicial and Other Legal Professionals not elsewhere classified.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 5 years of relevant experiences. Judges require appointment by the government or crown and must have been a Magistrate or an experienced legal practitioner of at least seven years standings. Magistrates must have been a legal practitioner of at least 5 years standing (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

researching statutes and previous court decisions relevant to cases
conducting trials and hearings
calling and questioning witnesses
hearing and evaluating arguments and evidence in civil and criminal summary matters
deciding penalties and sentences within statutory limits, such as fines, bonds and detention, awarding damages in civil matters, and issuing court orders
exercising arbitral powers if resolution is not achieved or seems improbable through conciliation
preparing settlement memoranda and obtaining signatures of parties
advising government of legal, constitutional and parliamentary matters and drafting bills and attending committee meetings during consideration of bills
advising clients and agents on legal and technical matters

Occupations in this group include:
Administrative Lawyer
Family Court Registrar
Judicial Registrar
Law Researcher
Legal Officer
Parliamentary Counsel
Patent Attorney
Trade Mark Attorney

Occupation: 251411 - Optometrist

Performs eye examinations and vision tests to determine the presence of visual, ocular and other abnormalities, ocular diseases and systemic diseases with ocular manifestations, and prescribes lenses, other optical aids, therapy and medication to corrrect and manage vision problems and eye diseases. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

examining patients' eyes and setting tests to determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities
assessing ocular health and visual function by measuring visual acuity and refractive error, and testing the function of visual pathways, visual fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, and performing other tests using special eye test equipment
detecting, diagnosing and managing eye disease, referring patients to, and receiving referrals from other health providers, and prescribing medications for the treatment of eye disease
diagnosing eye movement disorders and detects of binocular function
prescribing lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and checking suitability and comfort
prescribing exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes
managing programs for eye movement disorders, and instructing and counselling patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercises
advising on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety
conducting preventative screening programs
conducting rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired

Occupation: 252712 - Speech Pathologist

(Speech Therapist)

Assesses and treats people with communication disorders, such as speech, language, voice, fluency and literacy difficulties, and people who have physical problems with eating or swallowing. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

administering and interpreting a wide range of audiometric tests to determine hearing efficiency and locate sites of detected hearing problems
interpreting audiometric test results alongside other medical, social and behavioural diagnostic data
evaluating total response pattern and acoustic tests to distinguish between organic and non-organic hearing loss
planning, directing and participating in counselling, speech reading and other rehabilitation programs
prescribing appropriate hearing aids and instructing patients in use
administering tests and observing patients to determine nature and extent of disorders
planning and conducting programs of remedial exercise to correct disorders such as stuttering and abnormal articulation
administering industry and group therapy for rehabilitation of patients with communication problems caused by defective hearing, cerebral palsy, surgery and injury
advising on treatment for children with difficulties in learning to speak
counselling and guiding language-handicapped individuals, their families, teachers and employers

Occupation: 253411 - Psychiatrist

Diagnoses, assesses, treats and prevents human mental, emotional and behavioural disorders. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

assessing patients' mental and physical status to determine the nature and extent of mental, emotional and behavioural disorders
assessing patients' medical, psychiatric and psychological histories
examing patients to determine general physical condition
ordering laboratory tests, imaging, neuropsychological tests and other diagnostic procedures
examining the results of tests and examinations to determine the most appropriate forms of treatment
prescribing and administering medication, psychotherapy, and other physical treatments and rehabilitation programs
arranging admission to hospitals and providing in-patient treatment
consulting, supervising and working with other Medical Practitioners and Health Professionals
determining whether patients require involuntary treatment in accordance with relevant mental health acts
assisting courts and other statutory bodies in managing patients in legal and forensic settings
teaching medical students and registrars, and assessing their progress by administering tests

Specialisations:
Adolescent Psychiatrist
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Child Psychiatrist
Forensic Psychiatrist
Geriatric Psychiatrist
Medical Psychotherapist

Occupation: 254111 - Midwife

(Certified Midwife, Registered Midwife)

Provides care and advice to women during pregnancy, labour and childbirth, and postnatal care for women and babies in a range of settings such as the home, community, hospitals, clinics and health units. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

providing advice and support during pre-conception, intrapartum, antenatal and postnatal periods in partnership with women
providing care and management of pregnancy and birth
assessing progress and recognising warning signs of abnormal and potentially abnormal pregnancies requiring referral to an Obstetrician
monitoring the condition of women and foetuses during pregnancy and throughout labour
conducting health education classes and seminars to promote the health of mothers and babies such as reproductive health, antenatal education, preparation for parenthood and breastfeeding
providing advice on nutrition, childcare and family planning

Specialisations:
Community Midwife
Midwife Practitioner

Occupation: 254499 - Registered Nurses (not elsewhere classified)

This occupation group covers Registered Nurses not elsewhere classified. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for patients according to accepted nursing practice and standards
working in consultation with other Health Professionals and members of health teams, and coordinating the care of patients
providing interventions, treatments and therapies such as medications, and monitoring responses to treatment and care plan
promoting health and assisting in preventing ill health by participating in health education and other health promotion activities
answering questions and providing information to patients and families about treatment and care
supervising and coordinating the work of Enrolled Nurses and other health care workers

Occupations in this group:
Nursing Officer (Defence Forces)
Registered Nurse (Infection Control)
Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)
Registered Nurse (Remote or Rural Area)

Occupation: 271311 - Solicitor

Provides legal advice, prepares and drafts legal documents, and conducts negotiations on behalf of clients on matters associated with the law.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

interviewing clients to determine the nature of problems, and recommending and undertaking appropriate legal action
preparing cases for court by conducting investigations, undertaking research, arranging witness preparation and attendance, and giving notice of court actions
representing clients in court
managing conveyancing and other property matters by preparing contracts of sale, mortgage documents, lease documents and other documents relating to the transfer of land and buildings
preparing and critically reviewing contracts between parties
preparing wills
providing advice on family law, company law, partnerships, commercial law and trusts
may act as trustee or guardian
may act as executor of clients' wills

Occupation: 251412 - Orthoptist

Diagnoses and manages eye movement disorders and associated sensory deficiencies. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

examining patients' eyes and setting tests to determine the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities
assessing ocular health and visual function by measuring visual acuity and refractive error, and testing the function of visual pathways, visual fields, eye movements, freedom of vision and intraocular pressure, and performing other tests using special eye test equipment
detecting, diagnosing and managing eye disease, referring patients to, and receiving referrals from other health providers, and prescribing medications for the treatment of eye disease
diagnosing eye movement disorders and detects of binocular function
prescribing lenses, contact lenses and low vision aids, and checking suitability and comfort
prescribing exercises to coordinate movement and focusing of eyes
managing programs for eye movement disorders, and instructing and counselling patients in the use of corrective techniques and eye exercises
advising on visual health matters such as contact lens care, vision care for the elderly, optics, visual ergonomics, and occupational and industrial eye safety
conducting preventative screening programs
conducting rehabilitation programs for the visually impaired

Occupation: 253111 - General Medical Practitioner

(General Practitioner)

Diagnoses, treats and prevents human physical and mental disorders and injuries. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification and at least 1 year of hospital-based training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

conducting examinations and questioning patients to determine the nature of disorders and illnesses, and recording patients' medical information
ordering laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures, and interpreting findings to assist in diagnosis
providing overall care for patients, and prescribing and administering treatments, medications and other remedial measures
monitoring patients' progress and response to treatment
advising on diet, exercise and other habits which aid prevention and treatment of disease and disorders
referring patients to, and exchanging medical information with, specialist Medical Practitioners
reporting births, deaths and notifiable diseases to government authorities
arranging the admission of patients to hospitals

Specialisation:
Medical Officer (Navy)

Occupation: 253511 - Surgeon (General)

Performs surgery to correct diseases and disorders covering a broad range of medical conditions. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

examining patients to determine the necessity of operations, estimating and explaining risks to patients, and selecting the best operational procedures
reviewing reports on patients' general physical condition, reactions to medications and medical histories
consulting with Anaethetists regarding the correct anaesthesia for patients
performing surgical operations
examining instruments, equipment, and surgical set-up to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods have been followed
instructing other medical, nursing and associated staff regarding the preparation of patient and instrument and equipment requirements
prescribing post-operative care, and observing and investigating patients' progress
maintaining records of operations performed
may specialise in particular types of operations

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