Renal Medicine Specialist
OSCA 264341·ANZSCO 253322
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Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Investigates, diagnoses and treats disorders of the human kidney and urinary tract.
What they typically do
- Assesses, diagnoses and manages patients presenting with suspected disorders of the kidney and urinary tract
- Requests and interprets laboratory tests, imaging, kidney function tests and other diagnostic procedures
- Prescribes medication and administers treatment based on kidney function
- Liaises and consults with a multidisciplinary team for optimised renal treatment
- Organises dialysis and monitors patients' conditions by assessing water weight and filtration rate
- Provides ongoing support in treating acute and chronic renal diseases
- Performs procedures associated with the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease, including renal biopsy and those associated with achieving or maintaining access for renal dialysis
- Oversees the administration of renal replacement therapies, which include both haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments for kidney health, as well as the coordination of kidney transplants
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Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Renal Medicine Specialist.
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