Group
Occupation
264637 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
264637 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Performs surgery to repair and reconstruct muscle and tissue injuries and congenital deformities.
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
- Examines patients conditions and determines surgical needs
- Performs reconstructive surgery for congenital deformities, and muscle and tissue injuries
- Performs cosmetic surgery and procedures for aesthetic enhancement
- May perform gender affirming surgery