Navy NEC · Medical
L25A Urology Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
Urology Technicians assist medical officers with routine examinations, surgery, diagnostic procedures, postoperative care, and patient education. They operate and maintain urological equipment, perform urological X-ray procedures, oversee specimen collection, and prepare instruments and supplies while maintaining an aseptic environment.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- urological procedure assistance
- urological equipment operation
- sterile field preparation
- postoperative patient care
- urological imaging support
- laboratory specimen collection
- catheterization support
- patient education
- surgical supply preparation
- aseptic environment maintenance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft SharePoint
Civilian Career Paths
- Clinical Technician
- Surgical Technology
- Radiology
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- CPR/BLS Certification
Career Growth
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
- Certified Urologic Registered Nurse (CURN)
- Certified Medical Manager (CMM)
Also Common
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
What the Work Involves
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Organize and assemble routine or specialty surgical instrument trays or other sterilized supplies, filling special requests as needed.
- Examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair.
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
Related Occupations
- Surgical Assistants
- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
- Registered Nurses
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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