NEC
L25A
Urology Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Assists medical officer in examination and treatment of urological patients during routine examination and surgery. Operates and maintains urological equipment and appliances. Conducts urologic diagnostic procedures, post-operative care, and patient education by direction of medical officer. Performs urological X-ray procedures and oversees laboratory specimen collection. Prepares supplies, instruments, dressings, utensils, and maintains an aseptic environment for urological operations and treatments.
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
Common Certifications
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT)
- Certified Urologic Registered Nurse (CURN)
- CPR/BLS Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
- RADIOLOGY
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Medical terminology course
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Training
Career Growth
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT)
- Certified Urologic Registered Nurse (CURN)
- Certified Medical Manager (CMM)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.