Allied health

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner AHPRA-registered practitioner delivering primary and holistic health care, often in community-contro… Chiropractor Musculoskeletal manipulation — sometimes documented on back/neck injury claims. Dietitian Nutrition-related conditions and metabolic management. Exercise Physiologist Exercise-based rehabilitation and conditioning programmes (AU equivalent role to biokinetics). Mental Health Social Worker Psychosocial assessment and support — sometimes cited on hospital discharge summaries. Occupational Therapist Assesses daily and work functioning — ADLs and return-to-work capacity. Optometrist Vision testing and glasses — AHPRA-registered but not a medical doctor; common on forms. Physiotherapist Physical rehabilitation, pain management, and mobility — common for MSK claims. Podiatrist Foot and lower-limb conditions affecting standing and mobility duties. Speech Pathologist / Audiologist Communication, swallowing, and hearing-related functional limits.