Medical Laboratory Scientists

What the job involves

• Preparing tissue sections for microscopic examination
• Examining and analysing samples to study the effects of microbial infections
• Analysing samples of body tissue and fluids to develop techniques to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
• Advising Medical Practitioners on the interpretation of tests and methods for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
• Setting up the steps and rules of laboratory medical testing
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Maintaining laboratory quality assurance and safety standards
• Preparing scientific papers and reports

Key values of workers in Medical Laboratory Scientists

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

• Independence

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Relationships

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

• Support

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Top skills required for workers in Medical Laboratory Scientists

• Speaking

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Science

  Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

• Active Learning

  Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

• Reading Comprehension

  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.