Careers for People Who Like to Work Alone

Anatomist/ Physiologist

Help improve human health by understanding the parts of the body and how they work together. Learn how to be an anatomists or physiologist in South Africa here.

Audiologist

Diagnose and treat hearing loss and balance disorders as well as fit, adjust and maintain hearing aid devices. Learn how to be an audiologist here.

Audiometrist

Perform hearing tests under the supervision of an audiologist or refer them to specialists for further treatment. Learn how to be an audiometrist here.

Biochemist

Use scientific knowledge to develop medicines that can be used to treat illnesses in humans. Learn how to be a biochemist in South Africa here.

Biokineticist

Prescribe specific exercise routines as a preventative health measure or to help correct specific health problems. Learn how to be a biokineticist here.

Biomedical Engineer

Use the various principles of engineering to develop devices that can help correct or manage medical conditions. Learn how to be a biomedical engineer here.

Cardiac Technician

Help doctors diagnose, monitor and treat heart disorders including with the use of specialised equipment, recording devices and laboratory instruments.

Dialysis Technician

Provide dialysis treatment to patients with renal or kidney failure. See what qualifications you need to become a dialysis technician in South Africa here.

Dispensing Optician

Interpret optical prescriptions and service optical aids such as frames for glasses and lenses. Learn how to be a dispensing optician in South Africa here.

Intensive Care Technician

Ensure ICU equipment and technology is working and being used correctly. Learn how to be an Intensive Care Technician or Critical Care Technologist here.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Perform routine medical laboratory tests using diagnostic laboratory equipment. Learn how to be a Medical laboratory technician in South Africa here.

Medical Radiation Therapist

Operate an X-ray machine and other medical imaging equipment. Learn what you'd need to be a Medical Diagnostic Radiographer or Medical Imaging Technologist here

Medical Scientist

Help find new cures & ways to diagnose illnesses. Learn what qualifications you'd need & where you can work as a medical scientist / biomedical scientist here.

Optometrist

Perform tests to diagnose and treat defects in vision, injury or ocular diseases. Learn the qualifications you'd need to be an optometrist in South Africa here.

Orthotist and Prosthetist

Build, fit and repair splints, braces and artificial limbs for patients with muscular & skeletal disabilities. Learn how to be an Orthontist & Prosthetist here.

Physical Therapist

Assess, treat & prevent disorders that affect movement. Learn what qualifications you'd need to be a physical therapist or physiotherapist in South Africa here.

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