Covid testers perform covid tests through nasal or throat swabs. They complement the sample information with health-related questions they ask the individuals, and input the data collected into digital devices.

Tasks

In such cases tasks would include:
(a) Interviewing and examining patients to obtain information on their health status and the nature and extent of injury, illness or other physical or mental health condition;
(b) Providing information and counselling to patients and families about certain health conditions, prevention and treatment options, treatment adherence, and personal behaviours that can affect health outcomes;
(c) Administering therapeutic care and treatment to patients;
(d ) performing certain basic clinical procedures, such as administration of hiv antibody tests or insertion of intrauterine devices;
(e) Dispensing and advising on dietary supplements, antiretroviral and prophylaxis medications, and other healthcare products
(f) Monitoring patients' progress through treatment plans, and identifying signs and symptoms requiring referral to a medical doctor or other health professional;
(g) Recording information on patients' health status and responses to treatment in medical records-keeping systems;
(h) Sharing information with other health care providers when required to ensure continuing and comprehensive care.