Endoscopy Technicians

Endoscopy technicians spend their days preparing, inspecting, and maintaining the delicate instruments and equipment used during endoscopic medical procedures. They are responsible for keeping the clinical environment sterile to ensure patient safety and compliance with medical standards. During procedures, they assist doctors and nurses, monitor the surrounding environment, and sometimes collect patient specimens.

This role is highly suited for individuals with realistic interests who enjoy hands-on, practical tasks. Success in this field requires strong attention to detail, dependability, and cautiousness to prevent contamination. Technicians must use active listening, critical thinking, and social perceptiveness to communicate effectively with the healthcare team. They rely on knowledge of medicine, biology, public safety, and customer service to care for patients and manage clinical information.

To enter this career, candidates typically need a high school diploma. Most preparation occurs through some on-the-job training or prior experience. Students interested in this path often major in college programs such as health and medical administrative services, allied health and medical assisting services, or health aides, attendants, and orderlies.

While not always mandatory for entry, professional certifications can help demonstrate expertise. Relevant credentials include the Certified Endoscope Reprocessor designation from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, and the Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor credential offered by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution.

The median annual wage for endoscopy technicians is $48,430, which is based on the broader Bureau of Labor Statistics category for all other healthcare support workers. Within this group, the lowest 10% of earners make less than $34,770, while the highest 10% earn more than $71,470.

There are 109,740 people employed in this broader occupational category. Employment is projected to grow by 4.8% from 2025 to 2035, which is as fast as the average for all occupations. This growth and normal turnover are expected to result in approximately 14,100 job openings each year.