Otolaryngologist
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 1
- Major group
- Professionals
Classification
- Major group
- 2Professionals
- Sub-major group
- 26Health Professionals
- Minor group
- 264Medical Practitioners
- Unit group
- 2646Surgeons
Description
Performs surgery to correct diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat.
Alternative titles
- Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist
- Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon
- Head and Neck Surgeon
- Otorhinolaryngologist
Unit group
2646 · SurgeonsDescription
Perform surgery to treat and prevent diseases and illnesses, correct deformities, repair injuries, and improve human functioning and appearance.
Skill level
Australia
1
Occupation skill level 1
Tasks
Tasks include
- Examines patients and interprets diagnostic test and medical histories to determine the best surgical treatment
- Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat
- Performs surgical procedures to correct ear, nose and throat conditions
- Prescribes non-surgical treatments, medications and preventative advice for ear, nose and throat conditions
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/2/26/264/2646
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx