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Ophthalmologist

OSCA 264934·ANZSCO 253914

Employed

980

Part-time share

28.1%

Female share

30.2%

Median age

49 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Ophthalmologist is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

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About this career

Provides diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical and surgical services related to diseases, injuries and deficiencies of the human eye and associated structures.

What they typically do

  • Conducts comprehensive eye examinations to assess eye health, and diagnose and treat eye conditions
  • Prescribes and administers medications and treatment for eye diseases and injuries
  • Performs surgical procedures on the eye such as cataract removal or laser eye surgery
  • Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and collaborates with other Health Professionals to manage patients' overall health
  • Prescribes and fits corrective lenses such as glasses or contact lenses

Where they work

Health Care and Social Assistance

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
34.2%
VIC
28.6%
QLD
18.3%
WA
8.2%
SA
7.6%
TAS
2.3%
ACT
1.1%
NT
0.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Ophthalmologist.

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.