Skills in Demand visa subclass 482
A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.
Learn moreOrthoptist – ANZSCO 251412
DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Orthoptist
ANZSCO 251412
Orthoptist (ANZSCO 251412) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Orthoptist diagnoses and manages eye movement disorders and associated sensory deficiencies. Registration or licensing
Typical tasks and duties
Orthoptist may perform the following tasks:
- measure and assess vision and prescribe glasses when appropriate
- investigate, monitor and assist with treating eye disorders such as glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye disease and age-related macular degeneration
- measure and select intraocular (within the eye) lenses for cataract surgery
- detect and manage eye movement disorders, such as strabismus (turned eye) and amblyopia (lazy eye), and their sensory consequences
- conduct specialised diagnostic and imaging techniques, such as ultrasonography and topography, to determine the effects and progression of eye disease
- assess and provide management strategies for people with neurological disorders
- devise strategies for rehabilitating impaired vision and design therapy programmes to maximise an individual's remaining vision
- provide reports on the existence of eye defects to practitioners, therapists and relevant authorities, such as transport authorities
- provide educational information to patients, families and members of the community about eye conditions and their effects
- assist the community by providing vision screening tests and promoting preventative eye health care.
Employer-sponsored pathways
Possible DAMA pathways
Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494
A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 2 DAMA regions
Orthoptist is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.
Important notes
- Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
- Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.
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Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
