Clinical laboratory testing plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Medical Laboratory Technicians are trained to work under the supervision of a Technologist to conduct routine diagnostic tests, as well as set-up, clean and maintain medical laboratory equipment. Medical Laboratory Technicians use automated equipment and computerized instruments capable of performing a number of tests simultaneously, as well as microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To collect blood, tissue and other samples from patients
• Log patient samples
• Preparing specimens for testing
• Preparing culture media and stock solutions
• Recognizing problems and errors in lab procedures

You can work within:

• HOSPITALS
• INSURANCE COMPANIES
• CLINICAL RESEARCH
• HOME HEALTH CARE
• ADDICTION CENTRES
• PRIVATE LABORATORIES
• BLOOD DONOR CLINICS
• DOCTORS’ OFFICES