Group
Occupation
264336 Haematologist
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
264336 Haematologist
Investigates, diagnoses, treats, manages, and integrates clinical and laboratory aspects of haematological disorders by studying cellular composition of blood and blood-forming organs.
Registration or licensing is required.
Paediatric Haematologists are included in this occupation.
Alternative title
- Clinical Haematologist
Specialisation
- Laboratory Haematologist
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Consults with patients to determine the nature of haematological disorders and illnesses
- Requests laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets findings to assist in the diagnosis of haematological disorders
- Prescribes and administers medication to treat haematological disorders
- Obtains and tests samples, such as bone marrow and stem cells for diagnostic and treatment purposes
- Coordinates the care of patients with haematological disorders, including multidisciplinary coordination and consultation with other specialities