| Medical Lab Technician I Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Medical Lab Technician I. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Medical Lab Technician I along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Medical Lab Technician I is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Medical Device Lab Technician, Medical Lab Technician II, Laboratory Support Technician I, Calibration Technician I, Medical Billing Specialist, Electrical Engineering Technician I, Medical Records Coding Technician I, Emergency Medical Technician, Laboratory Support Technician III |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Medical Lab Technician I |
| Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic medical lab tests as requested by healthcare staff according to established protocols and procedures. Prepares specimens for microscopic examination or testing procedures. Operates automated laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Performs quality control and assurance procedures. Records lab results in specified system. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards. Requires an associate degree in laboratory technology, science or equivalent. Requires valid certification or eligibility for certification exam as Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) from ASCP or AMT. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: Certified MLT I, Clinical Lab Testing Technician I, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Technician I |
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| Similar Jobs: Medical Device Lab Technician, Medical Lab Technician II, Laboratory Support Technician I, Calibration Technician I, Medical Billing Specialist, Electrical Engineering Technician I, Medical Records Coding Technician I, Emergency Medical Technician, Laboratory Support Technician III |
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| Level of Education: Medical Lab Technician I Salaries with No Diploma, Medical Lab Technician I Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Medical Lab Technician I Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Medical Lab Technician I Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Medical Lab Technician I Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Medical Lab Technician I Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare, Internet, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom | |
