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Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

Also known as: Biochemistry Technologist, Blood Bank Laboratory Technologist, Blood Bank Technologist, Chemistry Technologist, Chief Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Research Assistant, Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Researcher

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

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Post-Secondary Certificate1%
Associate's Degree30%
Bachelor's Degree59%
Master's Degree4%
Doctoral/Professional Degree5%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None25%
Up to 1 month8%
1-3 months1%
3-6 months1%
6 months - 1 year19%
1-2 years28%
2-4 years13%
4-6 years4%
8-10 years1%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None1%
Up to 1 month9%
1-3 months32%
3-6 months33%
6 months - 1 year15%
1-2 years10%
4-6 years1%

How AI Impacts Each Task

16 tasks analyzed

Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.

Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.

Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers.

Collect and study blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, or compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques.

Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailDependabilityIntegrityAnalytical ThinkingCooperationStress ToleranceSelf ControlAdaptability/FlexibilityConcern for OthersInitiativePersistenceIndependence
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