253314: Medical Oncologist
Skill Level: 1
Assessing Authority: MedBA
Visa Options – ANZSCO 253314
Visa Type | Eligibility | MLTSSL | STSOL | ROL |
---|---|---|---|---|
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) | - | - | ||
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) | - | - | ||
Subclass 491 (State/Territory nominated) | - | - | ||
Subclass 491 (NOT nominated by State/Territory) | - | - | ||
Subclass 485 (Graduate) | - | - | ||
Subclass 482 (TSS) | - | - | ||
Subclass 186 (ENS) | - | - | ||
Subclass 187 (RSMS) | - | - | ||
Subclass 407 (Training) | - | - |
State Eligibility Summary Table – ANZSCO 253314
253314: Medical Oncologist
Description
Investigates, diagnoses and treats patients with cancer using chemotherapy and biological therapy. Registration or licensing is required.
Gynaecological, Radiation and Surgical Oncologists are excluded from this occupation. Gynaecological Oncologists are included in Unit Group 2539 Other Medical Practitioners, in Occupation 253913 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Radiation Oncologists are included in Unit Group 2539 Other Medical Practitioners, in Occupation 253918 Radiation Oncologist. Surgical Oncologists are included in Unit Group 2535 Surgeons, in Occupation 253511 Surgeon (General).
Skill Level
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience 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.
Tasks
- 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
Assessing Authority
“Currently there is no known caveats applicable to this occupation”. Refer to Department of Home Affairs website for updated list.