ANZSCO 2346 - Medical Scientists
Released – 22/11/2022
Medical Scientists conduct medical tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases and health conditions.
Skill Level:
- For most occupations, a bachelor degree or higher qualification in Australia or New Zealand is required. (*at least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification)
- In some cases, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training (ANZSCO Skill Level 1) in Australia or New Zealand may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks:
- preparing tissue sections for microscopic examination
- examining and analysing samples to study the effects of microbial infections
- developing techniques to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and respiratory or sleep disorders
- advising Medical Practitioners on the interpretation of tests and methods used in diagnosis and treatment
- setting up the steps and rules of medical testing
- operating and maintaining laboratory and testing equipment
- maintaining laboratory and testing quality assurance and safety standards
- preparing scientific papers and reports
Occupations
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