prevent, diagnose and treat disorders of the feet.
Tasks
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 neuropathies
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
Skill Level
Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).