Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.
SOC: 29-2012.00
Common Job Titles
Laboratory Assistant (Lab Assistant)Laboratory Technician (Lab Tech)Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)Medical Laboratory Technicians (Medical Lab Technician)
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeEvaluate laboratory processes and materials for compliance with quality standards through continuous monitoring and documentation in laboratory information systems.Proficient
- Hands-onPerform routine blood collection and specimen processing procedures using phlebotomy equipment and automated analyzers under supervision of medical technologists.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze laboratory test results for accuracy and compliance with quality control standards using chemistry and hematology analyzers in clinical laboratory settings.Developing
- Hands-onOperate automated hematology and chemistry analyzers following established protocols for diagnostic testing.Developing
- KnowledgeApply knowledge of chemistry, biology, and mathematics to perform diagnostic laboratory tests and interpret quantitative results.Developing
- Hands-onCalibrate laboratory equipment including spectrophotometers and centrifuges to maintain accuracy and precision of test results.Developing
- KnowledgeIdentify abnormal test results and potential sources of error using microscopy and automated differential analyzers.Developing
- MindsetRespect patient confidentiality and safety protocols when handling biological specimens and communicating with healthcare teams.Developing
- KnowledgeDocument laboratory test procedures and results using electronic medical record and laboratory information management systems.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate quality control analysis procedures to ensure reliability of laboratory testing equipment and reagents.Developing
- MindsetEngage in continuous learning and training to maintain current knowledge of laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements.Developing
- Hands-onExecute microbiology culture and sensitivity testing procedures using aseptic technique and specialized incubators.Developing
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Chemistry3.7/5
- Biology3.7/5
- English Language3.6/5
- Mathematics3.5/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Google DocsMEDITECH softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSAP software
Technology Skills
Billing softwareCommercial plate reader softwareData entry softwareDatabase softwareElectronic medical record EMR softwareEmail softwareFileMaker ProHematology laboratory workflow management software
Tools & Equipment
22-gauge needles5-part differential automated hematology analyzers8 and 12 channel pipettesAgglutination viewersAnaerobe jarsAnalytical balancesAntigen-coated test platesAutoclaves