Anaesthetic Technician – ANZSCO 311211

DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW

Anaesthetic Technician

ANZSCO 311211

Anaesthetic Technician (ANZSCO 311211) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.

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Occupation guide

Occupation details and duties

Anaesthetic Technician prepares and maintains anaesthetic equipment for operating theatres or clinics, and assists Anaesthetists during anaesthetic procedures.

Typical tasks and duties

Anaesthetic Technician may perform the following tasks:

  • set up, check and maintain anaesthetic workstations, life support machines and associated equipment
  • order and prepare medical supplies for anaesthesia
  • discuss medical procedures with patients and check whether they have any medical conditions that could cause problems under anaesthesia
  • assist the anaesthetist to insert breathing tubes and intravascular lines in patients
  • assist the anaesthetist to administer anaesthesia to patients
  • monitor patients and their vital signs before, during and after procedures
  • maintain documentation before, during and after surgery
  • assist with basic life support and post-operative care
  • assist the anaesthetist in emergencies.

Employer-sponsored pathways

Possible DAMA pathways

Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.

Skills in Demand visa subclass 482

A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.

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Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186

A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.

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Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494

A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.

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DAMA availability

Occupation available in 2 DAMA regions

Anaesthetic Technician is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.

Important notes

  • Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
  • Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.

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PointsView report available

Anaesthetic Technician historical SkillSelect report

The current PointsView report includes historical SkillSelect data through June 2026 for ANZSCO 311211.

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Historical information does not predict invitations, visa outcomes or migration eligibility.

Mohammad Reza Azimi

Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant

Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi

This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.

Last reviewed: July 2026