Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.
SOC: 29-2011.00
Common Job Titles
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
- Clinical Laboratory Technologist
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (Medical Lab Tech)
- Medical Technologist (MT)
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeEvaluate laboratory processes and test results for compliance with quality control standards using regulatory requirements and established benchmarks.Advanced
- KnowledgeDesign quality control protocols and training programs for laboratory staff applying education and training knowledge to enhance laboratory performance.Advanced
- KnowledgeAnalyze complex laboratory test results using biological and chemical knowledge to support diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention in clinical settings.Proficient
- Hands-onOperate automated hematology analyzers, chemistry analyzers, and coagulation equipment following established protocols to ensure accurate test results.Proficient
- Hands-onExecute precisely specimen collection, processing, and analysis procedures using microscopes, centrifuges, and pipetting equipment in laboratory environments.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess diagnostic test data for accuracy and clinical significance integrating knowledge of medicine, biology, and chemistry under time-sensitive conditions.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate quality service principles with technical laboratory standards when communicating results to interdisciplinary healthcare teams and addressing patient care needs.Proficient
- KnowledgeInterpret laboratory information system data and electronic medical records documenting findings accurately using MEDITECH and specialized laboratory software.Proficient
- Hands-onCalibrate laboratory instrumentation including spectrophotometers and electrolyte analyzers performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure operational accuracy.Developing
- MindsetEngage in continuous professional development and evidence-based practice updating technical knowledge to maintain competency with evolving laboratory technologies and methodologies.Developing
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Medicine and Dentistry3.9/5
- Biology3.9/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
- Chemistry3.8/5
- English Language3.8/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
Technology Skills
- Commercial plate reader software
- Database software
- Electronic medical record EMR software
- Email software
- FileMaker Pro
- Hematology laboratory workflow management software
- Laboratory information system LIS
- Medical digital imaging software
Tools & Equipment
- 22-gauge needles
- 5-part differential automated hematology analyzers
- 8 and 12 channel pipettes
- Agglutination viewers
- Anaerobe jars
- Analytical balances
- Antigen-coated test plates
- Autoclaves