testing and operating radiographic, ultrasound and other medical imaging equipment
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Medical and Pharmaceutical Technicians
Medical and pharmaceutical technicians perform technical tasks to assist in diagnosis and treatment of illness, disease, injuries and impairments.
3 Technicians and Associate Professionals / 32 Health Associate Professionals / All level 3
administering radiopharmaceuticals or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases
performing clinical tests on specimens of bodily fluids and tissues
preparing medications and other pharmaceutical compounds under the guidance of pharmacists
designing, fitting, servicing and repairing medical and dental devices and appliances.
Included occupations
Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups:
3211 Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Equipment Technicians
3212 Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
3213 Pharmaceutical Technicians and Assistants
3214 Medical and Dental Prosthetic Technicians