Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists:

Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.

Also includes

Cytogenetic Technologists , Cytotechnologists , Histotechnologists


About the Job

Indiana Average Salary $58,560.00
Average Time to Fill 34 days
Typical Education Associate's degree
Typical Experience Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
10 Year Projected Openings (2021-2031) 6,087
10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2021-2031) 11.35 %

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Essential (Soft) Skills

Essential Skills to Employers

Attention to Detail
Information Gathering
Problem-solving
Critical Thinking
Written Communication
Work Ethic
Integrity
Professionalism

Top Job Duties and Responsibilities

Analyzing Data or Information

Analyze chemical or biological data
Analyze organic compounds
Analyze blood samples
Examine biological material specimens
Conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
Analyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems
Analyze biological material samples
Isolate microorganisms
Perform biological testing
Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products
Interpret psychological test results
Perform medical research
Calculate differential equations
Analyze laboratory findings
Conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses
Interpret medical laboratory test results
Calculate medical diagnostic test results
Analyze medical or health data
Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients

Handling and Moving Objects

Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use
Cultivate microorganisms for study, testing, or medical preparations
Prepare medical treatment room
Prepare vaccines, biologicals, or serums
Collect blood or tissue samples
Collect biological specimens
Don/Doff medical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Set-up laboratory or field equipment
Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis
Prepare sample for laboratory testing, analysis, or microscopy
Sterilize laboratory, medical, or veterinary equipment or instruments
Adjust medical or medical laboratory equipment
Collect samples for analysis or testing

Getting Information

Research medical or health improvement issues
Research human or animal disease or parasites
Conduct clinical investigations
Conduct medical laboratory tests
Collect clinical data
Obtain technical support instructions from scientists or engineers
Read operating, service, or repair manuals related to medical equipment
Conduct biological research
Conduct laboratory research or experiments

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Booster Skills & Certifications

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Microscope
Biology
Genetic Disorders
Gynecology
Medical Technology
Board Certified/Board Eligible
Oncology

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