Endoscopy technician, Kaihangarau pūtiro rāroto
Endoscopy technicians support physicians and nurses by preparing, cleaning and maintaining the equipment used during endoscopy procedures.
Your pay could be
$55K
Lower
$58K to $73K
Most common
$77K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
1 year
Endoscopy technicians
- usually work shifts, including nights and weekends
- usually work in hospitals and health centres
- need to be methodical, organised and safety conscious
Tasks
- prepare equipment used in endoscopies
- maintain medical equipment and instruments
- clean and sterilise medical equipment
- prepare patients for endoscopies
- assist doctors and nurses during endoscopies
- explain medical procedures to patients
- maintain accurate records of procedures
- operate medical equipment
Practical
Investigative
Organised
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Do the quizYou need a qualification to become a endoscopy technician.
You need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology (Level 4)
- to pass a police check
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology (Level 3)
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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