Examines patients' feet to determine the nature and extent of conditions, deformities and injuries; examines and treats foot disabilities caused by diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other neuropathies; prescribes and arranges the fabrication of footwear to correct foot abnormalities; performs minor surgery to remove and improve abnormal conditions; prescribes and fits replaceable pads, palliative and functional supports and other devices for the protection and correction of foot abnormalities; advises patients about continued treatment and foot care; may provide rehabilitation services to the physically handicapped; may refer patients to or have patients referred from medical practitioners.

• Works indoors, generally in specialist clinics, but some employees may be based out of hospitals or medical centres.
• Works in adequately lit, heated, ventilated and clean, well maintained and sterile workspaces.

• Sedentary to light physical demand.
• Sits during consultations and when writing patient notes.
• Frequently stands and walks when examining patients, administering therapy, checking case notes and to gather equipment.
• Lifting, stretching and reaching is not a significant requirement of the job but may be required for some procedures, when undertaking physical examinations and assisting patients on to beds or therapeutic tables.
• Repetitive hand and finger movements may be required in some procedures and when using a computer or writing.
• Contact with water and/or skin irritants is rare.
• Employees frequently use medical equipment and general office equipment including surgical instruments and dressings, medications, x-rays, treatment tables, and computers, monitoring, writing instruments, printers and faxes.
• Mental skills necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with medical, biological, musculoskeletal knowledge, diagnostic, communication, interpersonal, organisational, problem solving and decision-making capabilities.

• A relevant tertiary qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.
• Registration or licensing is required.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.