Technologist

A Technologist is a professional who specializes in the skills required to implement technology.

• Context:
  • They can (typically) believe in the power of Technology.
  • They can have specialized expertise bridging engineering, science, and on-the-ground technical operations.
  • They can focus on the hands-on application of technology, differentiating them from technical roles more focused on research or abstract science.
  • They can have roles in diverse industries and applications, though share a common thrust of implementing tech for practical use.
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• Examples:
  • Medical Technologist - Uses lab technology to analyze patient samples and support medical diagnosis and treatment.
  • Chemical Technologist - Provides technical services and support in chemical plants, refineries, and related settings.
  • Information Technologist - Implements and manages information systems and communication networks.
  • Electrical Technologist - Designs, operates, and maintains electrical equipment and systems.
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• Counter-Example(s):
  • a Lay Worker.
• See: Applied Science Technologist, Architectural Technologist, Cardiovascular Technologist, Civic Technologist, Educational Technologist, Engineering Technologist, Industrial Technologist

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References

2023

• (Wikipedia, 2023) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/technologist Retrieved:2023-8-18.
  • Technologist may refer to:
    • Applied Science Technologist, a Canadian professional title in engineering and applied science technology.
    • Architectural technologist, a specialist in the technology fields of building, design and construction.
    • Cardiovascular technologist, a health specialist who uses imaging technology to help diagnose cardiac and vascular ailments.
    • Chemical technologist, a worker who provides technical support or services in chemical-related fields.
    • Civic technologist, a specialist capable of satisfying societal needs by exploiting technologies.
    • Educational technologist, a specialist in tools to enhance learning.
    • Electrical technologist, a person whose knowledge lies between that of an electrical engineer and an electrical tradesperson.
    • Engineering technologist, a specialist who implements technology within a field of engineering.
    • Industrial technologist, a specialist in the management, operation, and maintenance of complex operation systems.
    • Information technologist.
    • Medical technologist, a healthcare professional who performs diagnostic analysis on a variety of body fluids.
    • Polysomnographic technologist, a health specialist who administers overnight polysomnograms.
    • Professional technologist, a Canadian and Malaysian professional title in engineering and technology related fields.
    • Radiologic technologist, a medical professional who applies doses of radiation for imaging and treatment.
    • Surgical technologist, a health specialist who facilitates the conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
    • Technologist (magazine), a European science magazine.

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