3211-Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Equipment Technicians

Job Title: 

Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Equipment Technicians

Job Description: 

Medical imaging and therapeutic equipment technicians test and operate radiographic, ultrasound and other medical imaging equipment to produce images of body structures for the diagnosis and treatment of injury, disease and other impairments. They may administer radiation treatments to patients under the supervision of a radiologist or other health professional.

Tasks: 

Administering, detecting and mapping radiopharmaceuticals or radiation in patients' bodies, using radioisotope, camera or other equipment for diagnosing and treating diseases

Linked Education ( CESM Codes ) : 

907 - Medical Clinical Sciences
914 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
924 - Medical Radiologic Technology/Science (Radiography)

Specific Occupations: 

321101 - Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
Description : Medical imaging technologist operates x-ray and other medical imaging equipment to produce images for medical diagnostic purposes in conjunction with radiologists or other medical specialists.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Magnetic Resonance Technologist, Mammographer, Medical / Diagnostic Radiation Technologist, Medical Imaging Technologist, Radiographer, X-Ray Darkroom Technician, X-Ray Operator

321102 - Medical Radiation Therapist
Description : Operates high energy x-ray and other radiation and electron generating and monitoring equipment to administer radiation treatment for medical purposes in conjunction with radiologists or other medical specialists.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Medical X-Ray Technician, Radiation Technologist / Therapist, Radiotherapist

321103 - Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Description : Performs or assists in performing diagnostic examinations using radio nuclides and radiopharmaceuticals, and administers radio nuclides for therapeutic purposes under the direction of nuclear medicine specialists or other specialist medical practitioners.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Nuclear Radiographer, Radiochemist, Radioisotope Technician / Technologist

321104 - Sonographer
Description : Operates ultrasound equipment to acquire, interpret and selectively record anatomical images, physical data and real time physiological information for medical diagnostic purposes in conjunction with other medical practitioners.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Cardiac Ultrasound Technician, Ultrasonographer

321105 - Anaesthetic Technician
Description : Prepares and maintains anaesthetic equipment for operating theatres or clinics, and assists anaesthetists during anaesthetic procedure.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321106 - Cardiac Technician
Description : Conducts tests on patients to record heart activity using specialised equipment, recording devices and laboratory instruments in support of cardiologists and other medical practitioners engaged in diagnosing, monitoring and treating heart disease.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Cardiac Technologist, Cardiographer, Cardiology Technician, ECG Technician, Echocardiographer, Electrocardiograph Technician

321107 - Operating Theatre Technician
Description : Prepares and maintains an operating theatre and its equipment, assists the surgical team during operations and provides support to patients in the recovery room.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Hospital Theatre Technician

321108 - Audiometrist
Description : Administers audiometric screening and threshold tests under supervision of audiologist or otolaryngologist and refer individual to audiologist or other health professional for test interpretation or further examination.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Audio Visual Technician, Audiometric Technician

321109 - Dialysis Technician
Description : Sets up and operates haemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321110 - Neurophysiological Technician
Description : Prepares and maintains equipment for neurophysiological tests and treatments.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Neurosciences Research Technician

321111 - Renal Technician
Description : Prepares and maintains equipment for renal tests and treatments.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321112 - Intensive Care Technician
Description : Administers first aid treatment and transport sick or injured persons to medical facilities, working as a member of an emergency medical team.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321113 - Orthopaedic Technician
Description : Assists orthopaedic surgeons in the practice of medicine.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321114 - Health Technical Support Officer
Description : Provides technical, administrative and program development support to health care professionals and practitioners.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321115 - Medical Electronic Equipment Operator
Description : Operates, inspects and maintains laboratory or healthcare equipment.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321116 - Electroencephalographic Technician
Description : Conducts tests on patients to record brainwaves, or other electrical impulses in the nervous system and spinal cord, by use of specialised equipment in support of specialists engaged in diagnosing, monitoring and treating neurological and related disorders.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321117 - Radiation Laboratory Technician
Description : Assists with patient diagnosis and treatment by performing a variety of standard radiological examinations on patients using stationary and portable x-ray and ancillary equipment.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No

321118 - Orthotist or Prosthetist
Description : Designs, builds, fits and repairs splints, braces, callipers, artificial limbs and related appliances to restore function or compensate for muscular and skeletal disabilities.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Artificial Limb Fitter Technician, Artificial Limb Maker, Orthopaedic Appliance Maker / Repairer, Orthotist Tradesman

Source Of Info: 

Source : Organising Framework for Occupations (OFO) 2013, Department of Higher Education and Training, Republic of South Africa