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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Clinical Laboratory Technician to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting scientific tests on samples and reporting results to physicians. Your work will play a crucial role in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. Clinical Laboratory Technicians are expected to operate and maintain complex laboratory equipment, follow strict protocols to ensure accuracy, and adhere to safety standards to handle hazardous materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and laboratory techniques, along with the ability to work meticulously under pressure. This position requires a commitment to patient care, a high level of scientific expertise, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Whether you are identifying pathogens, analyzing blood samples, or contributing to medical research, your work will have a direct impact on patient outcomes and the advancement of healthcare.
Responsibilities
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- Collect and study blood samples to determine morphology.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis.
- Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage.
- Prepare specimens or samples for testing.
- Adhere to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to discuss and evaluate test results.
- Implement quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of laboratory results.
- Stay current with developments in the field through continuing education.
- Assist in the development and validation of new test methods.
Requirements
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- Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Technician.
- Proven experience working in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to operate complex laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures.
- Attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Willingness to participate in continuing education to keep up-to-date with the latest laboratory techniques.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with operating laboratory equipment?
- How do you ensure accuracy and reliability in your test results?
- Describe a time when you had to handle a difficult situation in the laboratory. How did you manage it?
- What is your process for staying current with advancements in laboratory technology and techniques?
- How do you handle working under pressure, especially when dealing with time-sensitive tests?