MEDICAL TECHNICIANS
Medical technicians operate anaesthetic, cardiac, operating theatre and medical testing equipment, perform and help with laboratory tests, and fill prescriptions in support of Health Professionals.
Medical technicians work in many parts of Australia. They work primarily in Healthcare and Social Assistance; Retail Trade; and Professional, Scientific and Technical industries. The occupation is predicted to have a very strong growth in the future.
Minimum requirements for medical technicians include a diploma, at least three years of relevant experience and registration.
Anaesthetic Technician
ANZSCO ID 311211
Job Description
Assist other members of anesthesia care teams and responsible for the maintenance of anesthesia equipment
Cardiac Technician
ANZSCO ID 311212
Job Description
Aid physicians in diagnosing and treating patients with heart and blood vessel ailments
Specialisation:
- Cardiac Technologist
- Electrocardiographic Technician
Medical Laboratory Technician
ANZSCO ID 311213
Job Description
Perform laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and microbiology to provide information for patient diagnosis and treatment
Operating Theatre Technician
ANZSCO ID 311214
Job Description
Manages and maintains the surgery area before and after surgery
Pharmacy Technician
ANZSCO ID 311215
Job Description
Assists the pharmacists to prepare and give out prescription medication.
Pathology Collector
ANZSCO ID 311216
Job Description
Gather biological samples such as blood, urine or swabs from patients for processing and medical diagnosis
Specialisation:
- Blood Collector