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Medical Technologist in Clinical Chemistry Section

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Medical Technologist in Clinical Chemistry Section
Position Description
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A medical technologist that specializes in clinical chemistry performs tests on bodily fluids to
examine chemical compositions, cell counts, and other signs. These examinations are
essential for identifying and keeping track of illnesses, problems, and infections.
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Medical technologists in Clinical Chemistry can examine the following kinds of specimens:
blood, sputum and etc.
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Clinical chemistry technologist also prepare samples and examine the chemical and hormonal
composition of bodily fluids.
Job description
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Medical technologists conduct laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses to
provide data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
They analyze bodily fluids like blood, urine, and spinal fluid, to determine the presence of
normal and abnormal components.
Takes part in feasibility studies for establishing new procedures
Implements quality control methods, recording corrective action for found flaws and
problems.
Ensures that all solid and liquid reagents are properly prepared, stored, dispensed, and
periodically evaluated to ensure the precision and accuracy of test results.
Getting biological samples ready to test, conducting blood tests and creating reports of their
findings.
Task to perform
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Medical Technologist in Clinical Chemistry section use various basic and comprehensive
metabolic panels to check for electrolyte abnormalities, organ function and other metabolic
abnormalities.
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They also use electrolyte panels to measure the sodium, potassium, chloride and bicarbonate
levels in a sample to detect electrolyte and fluid imbalances.
Conducting test:
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Blood
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Urine
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Sputum
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Stool
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Spinal fluid
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Pleural fluid
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Peritoneal fluid
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Joint fluid
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Bone marrow
Requirements to have this position.
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Must be a qualified medical technologist who holds a license.
Practice thorough understanding of the medical technology's concepts, techniques,
procedures, instrumentation, and safety considerations, especially as they relate to the
discipline of clinical chemistry.
Even candidates who meet the entry-level minimum qualifications should have a few months
to a year of relevant experience.
Medical technologists frequently have the chance to earn clinical laboratory experience
through internships or work-study programs.
A Bachelor's Degree in medical technology along with 2 years experience is required for
medical technologist positions. A valid ASCP certification is also required. Successful
medical technologists possess a strong eye for detail and strong communication skills.
If the Medical Technologist position in your company requires a high degree of independence
or leadership, you may want to look for someone with three to five years of experience rather
than just the limited internship experience that most entry-level candidates have.
Ability to test and analyze samples, identify and look into issues, and form judgments based
on experimental data
Ability to comprehend, adhere to, and clearly communicate technical and medical instructions
Ability to apply quality control standards and to offer technical advice to doctors and nurses
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The ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English well enough to
carry out the position's key responsibilities.
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Ability to use computer programs including word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and
database software
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Reliability, correctness, reliability, and solid professional judgment
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Physical fitness appropriate to the position's needs.
Outfits
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Daily: white uniform or inner pair of scrubs, and closed-toed shoes
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Casual Day: Casual attire and wear closed-toed footwear.
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Inside the lab, the proper PPE should be worn, including a lab coat, gloves, a hair cap, a shoe
cover, a mask, and eye protection, if necessary.
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