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OSCA 2024 · 171333 · Skill level 2

Veterinary Practice Manager: OSCA 171333

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Veterinary Practice Manager is OSCA 2024 code 171333. It corresponds to ANZSCO 512299 Practice Managers nec (in part), which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 171333

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

The job

What a veterinary practice manager does

Organises and controls the functions and resources of a veterinary practice or hospital, such as administrative systems and practice personnel.

Skill level 2: Associate degree, advanced diploma or diploma, or at least 3 years of relevant experience

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Oversees the tasks and responsibilities of the veterinary team, including Veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other support staff
  • Monitors performance of veterinary practice staff and provides feedback and training
  • Ensures medical staff, protocols and standards of care adhere to licensing and registration requirements
  • Monitors and maintains the storage and inventory of medical supplies and medications in accordance with regulatory requirements
  • Coordinates the maintenance and repairs of medical equipment to meet functionality and safety standards

Questions

OSCA 171333: common questions

What is the OSCA code for veterinary practice manager?
The OSCA 2024 code is 171333 (Veterinary Practice Manager), skill level 2. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 171333?
ANZSCO 512299 Practice Managers nec (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Veterinary Practice Manager on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 512299 Practice Managers nec is on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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