Respiratory Technician
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 2
- Major group
- Technicians and Trades Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 3Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 31Building, Engineering, ICT and Scientific Technicians
- Unit group
- 3112Medical and Dental Technicians
Description
Performs routine lung function tests, and uses and maintains diagnostic equipment under the supervision of Respiratory and Sleep Scientists. Monitors patients on ventilation or those undergoing sleep studies.
Alternative titles
- Sleep Technician
Specialisations
- Neurophysiological Technician
Unit group
3112 · Medical and Dental TechniciansDescription
Operate anaesthetic, operating theatre and medical testing equipment, construct and repair dentures and other dental appliances, and perform and assist with laboratory tests in support of Health Professionals.
Skill level
Australia
2; 3
Occupation skill level 2
Tasks
Tasks include
- Performs routine lung function tests and assists with conducting sleep studies on patients
- Uses and maintains diagnostic equipment for respiratory tests
- Monitors patients on ventilation to ensure proper functioning
- Assists Respiratory and Sleep Scientists in analysing test results and making recommendations
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/3/31/311/3112
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
The supplied migration lists use ANZSCO codes, not OSCA codes.
