Group
Occupation
264633 Neurosurgeon
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
264633 Neurosurgeon
Performs surgery to correct disorders of the brain, spine, and nervous system.
Registration or licensing is required.
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
- Assesses patients' medical history and performs physical examinations to diagnose neurological disorders
- Performs surgical procedures, such as brain surgery and spinal surgery, to correct neurological disorders
- Prescribes treatments and medications following diagnosis of neurological diseases, illness, or injuries
- Collaborates with other medical professionals, such as Neurologists, therapists, and rehabilitation experts