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Vision Technician

  • Job Description : Vision Technician performs administrative and certain clinical duties. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records and clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, and dispensing ophthalmic prescription.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 3

  • Notional:  Hours 425

  • Proposed Occupation: Vision technician in the healthcare industry is also known as Eye Technician. Vision Technician performs administrative and certain clinical duties to assist in ophthalmic OPDs and Spectacles shops.. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments- maintaining medical records and clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories- preparing patients for examination- and dispensing ophthalmic prescription prescriber by registered Physician.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

 

  • Progression Pathway: Level 4: Refractionist

     

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Vision Technician

General Duty Assistant

  • Job Description : Individual on the job provides patient care and help maintain a suitable environment. Some of the key responsibilities of the General Duty Assistant are to provide patient's daily care, patient's comfort, patient's safety and patient's health needs.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 420

  • Proposed Occupation: GDA are also known as ''Nursing Care Assistant"', Nursing Assistant ,'' Nursing Aide'', ''Bedside Assistant'' or ''Orderlie''  when working in a hospital environment.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

 

  • Progression Pathway: Level 5 would be GDA Specialist after bridging course (Specialized areas)

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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General Duty Assistant

Home Health Aide

  • Job Description : Provide routine individualised healthcare to the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities at the patient's home. Monitor or report changes in health status. Provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming of patient.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 360

  • Proposed Occupation: Provide routine individualised healthcare to the elderly- convalescents- or persons with disabilities at the patient's home. Monitor or report changes in health status. Provide personal care such as bathing- dressing- and grooming of patient.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Level 5: Home Health Supervisor/GDA supervisor

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Home Health Aide
Diet Assistant

Diet Assistant

  • Job Description : Some of the key responsibilities of the Dietician Assistant include diet preparation, diet regulations, food handling, safety and sanitary standards and certain administrative functions.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 600

  • Proposed Occupation: Some of the key responsibilities of the Dietician Assistant include food preparation- diet regulations- food handling- safety and sanitary standards and certain administrative functions..

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as: Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Dietetics Department or Level 5: Dietician

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Pharmacy Assistant

  • Job Description : Pharmacy Assistants work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and perform many pharmacy-related functions. They refer any questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health matters to a pharmacist. They review prescriptions or requests for refills that they receive from patients and nurse.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 425

  • Proposed Occupation: Pharmacy Assistant work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and perform many pharmacy-related functions. They refer any questions regarding prescriptions- drug information- or health matters to a pharmacist. Technicians review prescriptions or requests for refills that they receive from patients and nurse.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Level 5: Pharmacist

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Pharmacy Assistant

Dialysis Technician

  • Job Description : Dialysis Technician operates machines and perform dialysis on patients with acute or chronic kidney failure. They work under the supervision of physicians and nurses, primarily in hospitals, clinics, dialysis centers/facilities, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and long term care facilities. They are responsible for the operation, cleaning, and sterilisation of the dialysis machines. Dialysis Technicians give patients important medical, technical, social, emotional support and also provide vital information on patient conditions to nurses, doctors, and other medical staff.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 1400

  • Proposed Occupation: Operate machines and perform dialysis on patients with acute or chronic kidney failure. They are responsible for the operation- cleaning- and sterilisation of the dialysis machines.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as: Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Dialysis Department or Level 5: Specialization in Advanced Dialysis Techniques through bridge course

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Dialysis Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

  • Job Description : The Medical laboratory technician perform complex tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. These professionals are responsible for supporting and assisting doctors and scientists in their day-today healthcare work in a variety of roles. They function as the main support to biomedical scientists in pathology laboratories. They are also sometimes responsible for imparting training and supervision to the staff.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 2000

  • Proposed Occupation: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): also referred to as Clinical Laboratory Science professional- Medical Technologist and Medical Laboratory Scientist.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as: Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Medical Lab Department or Level 5: Specialization in Advanced Medical Lab Procedures through bridge course

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced

  • Job Description : Individuals at this job need to provide emergency medical support and care to individuals who are critically ill or injured and transport them to a medical facility within stipulated time limits.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 5

  • Notional:  Hours 1000

  • Proposed Occupation: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Advanced in the Healthcare Industry is also known as a lifesaver or paramedic. EMT-Advanced has more training and internship requirements than the EMT-Basic and can undertake additional tasks- administer a greater range of medication and perform more procedures. Brief Job Description: Individuals at this job need to provide emergency medical support and care to individuals who are critically ill or injured and transport them to a medical facility within stipulated time limits.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as:  Level 6- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Emergency/Ambulance Department or Level 6: Specialization in Advanced emergency medical care procedures through bridge course

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced

Dental Assistant

  • Job Description : Dental Assistant provides support to the dentist to perform dental procedures in a timely, efficient and safe manner. Dental assistant prepares for and supports patients for treatment, and assists the Dentist with clinical procedures.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 700

  • Proposed Occupation: Dental Assistant in the Healthcare Industry is also known as a Chair-side Assistant- Dental Surgery Assistant.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Dental Assistant may progress in the same field as Team leader or supervisor or they may take lateral entry into direct patient care in the hospital setting or they may progress into administrative field as front desk assistant or manager

  • Planned arrangements for RPL:

     

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Dental Assistant

X-Ray Technician

  • Job Description : Individuals at this job need to create X-ray images of parts of the human body using radiographic equipment under the guidance and supervision of Radiologist. They explain medical imaging procedure, prepare X-ray room & patient for procedure, operate & maintain X-ray machine, record radiological supplies, prepare report & document under Radiologist’s guidance, maintain records and carry out other administrative jobs as needed in the department.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 3

  • Notional:  Hours 700

  • Proposed Occupation: Individuals at this job need to create X-ray images of parts of the human body using radiographic equipment under the guidance and supervision of radiologist. They Explain medical imaging procedure, to patient & manage requisition, prepare X-ray room, prepare patient for procedure, operate X-ray machine, guide patients for positions during the procedure, maintain X-ray room, maintain and record radiological supplies, prepare report & document under Radiologist’s guidance, maintain records and carry out other administrative jobs as needed in the department.
     

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as:
    Level 4- Radiology Technician

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: HSSC has developed RPL policy to conduct pre assessment of students for gap analysis as per NOS, sharing the gap & final assessments of students and certification. It is explained in section
    1 under Assessment, Point 2

     

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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X-Ray Technician

Blood Bank Technician

  • Job Description : Blood Bank Technicians work in a lab to collect, label and store blood. The blood bank technicians test samples to screen potential donors, store blood, draws and maintain documentation and records. They make patients comfortable during the procedure and monitor their vital signs. They also check compatibility blood before issuing it out for transfusion.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 1000

  • Proposed Occupation: Blood Bank Technician in the Healthcare Industry is also known as a Blood Bank Laboratory technician.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway:

  • Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as:

  • Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Blood Bank

  • or

  • Level 5: Specialization in Advanced Blood Transfusion Techniques as per department through bridge course

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Blood Bank Technician

Cardiac Care Technician

  • Job Description :Individuals in this job assist in performing invasive and non-invasive diagnostic examinations and therapeutic interventions of the heart and/or blood vessels at the request or direction of a provider.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 1500

  • Proposed Occupation: Cardiac care technician in the health Industry is also known as a cardio graphic technician or cardiovascular technician. 

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway:

  • Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as:

  • Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Cath Lab Department

  • or

  • Level 5: Specialization in advanced cardiographic & cath lab procedures through bridge course

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Cardiac Care Technician

Assistant Physiotherapist

  • Job Description : Assistant Physiotherapist work alongside qualified physiotherapists, assisting in the rehabilitation of patients suffering from reduced mobility. Key tasks of a Assistant Physiotherapist include setting up equipment, preparing clients for therapy and demonstrating mobility aids and exercises. Other duties may include keeping the department tidy and basic administration work.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 700

  • Proposed Occupation: Assistant Physiotherapist in the Healthcare Industry is also known as physical therapist assistant(PTA).

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Level 5: Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Assistant Physiotherapist

Operating Theater Technician

  • Job Description : Some of the key responsibilities of the Operating Theatre Technician are transport patients, preparing operating room for surgery, set up, check, connect and adjust surgical equipment, technical assistance to surgeons, clean & restock the operating room, arranging instrument, supplies and equipment according to instruction and position patients for surgery.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 1200

  • Proposed Occupation: The key responsibilities of the Operating Theatre Technician is to transport patients- preparing operating room for surgery- set up- check- connect and adjust surgical equipment- technical assistance to surgeons- clean & restock the operating room- arranging instrument- supplies and equipment according to instruction and position patients for surgery. This job requires the individual to work in collaboration with Doctors and Nurses and other healthcare providers and deliver the healthcare services as suggested by them. The individual should be result oriented. The individual should also be able to demonstrate clinical skills- communication skills and behavioural skills

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as: Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Operating Theatre Department Level 5: Specialization in the relevant procedures through bridge course

 

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Operating Theater Technician

Radiology Technician

  • Job Description : Radiology Technicians perform diagnostic imaging examinations such as X-rays, CT and MRI scans under the guidance of a Radiologist. They are responsible for preparing patients and operating equipment for the test, besides keeping patient records and adjusting and maintaining equipment.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 1500

  • Proposed Occupation: Radiology Technician known as Radiologic technologists- Radiological technologists and technicians when working in a hospital or diagnostic centre or other healthcare facility

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as: Level 5: Team leader - Radiology Department or Level 5: Specialization in Advanced Radiological Procedures through bridge course

 

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Radiology Technician

Medical Records and Health Information Technician

  • Job Description : Medical Records and Health information Technician compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. They process, maintain, compile, and report patient information for health requirements and standards in a manner consistent with the healthcare industry's numerical coding system

  • NSQF Level :  Level 4

  • Notional:  Hours 1000

  • Proposed Occupation: Medical Records Clerk- Health Information Clerk- Medical Records Technician- File Clerk- Medical Records Coordinator and Medical Records Analyst.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Progression will be possible in both academic as well as professional area as: Level 5- Team Leader/ Supervisor - Medical records Department or Level 5: Specialization in Advanced Medical Coding, Bio-Statistics & Recording Systems through bridge course

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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Medical Records and Health Information Technician

Phlebotomy Technician

  • Job Description : Individuals in this job need to draw quality blood samples from patients and prepare those specimens for medical testing.

  • NSQF Level :  Level 3

  • Notional:  Hours  600

  • Proposed Occupation: Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) in the Health Industry is also known as Phlebotomist.

  • International Comparability: While writing the NOSs the UK NOSs were also referred to and an effort was taken to maintain comparability in the technical part of the NOSs.

  • Progression Pathway: Level 4- Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Planned arrangements for RPL: 

 

  • Formal structure of the qualification

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