Medical Technicians

Medical Technicians work most parts of Australia. They play a key part in Healthcare and Social Assistance; Retail Trade; and Professional, Scientific and Technical Services industries. It is a large sector that enjoyed a robust growth in recent years and will continue to do so in the future.

Full-time work is common. Minimum requirements for medical technicians include associate or diploma degree, at least three years of relevant experience and registration or license.

 

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
  • Theatrical Dresser