Medical Laboratory Technician (311213)

AIMSSkill Level 2STSOL

Description

Performs routine medical laboratory tests and operates diagnostic laboratory equipment under the supervision of Medical Laboratory Scientists and Pathologists. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Operating equipment used in diagnosing and monitoring disorders of the heart, kidneys, nervous system and hearing, and in anaesthesia
Undertaking and assisting with medical analytical procedures and assisting Anaesthetists and surgical teams
Recording the electrical activity of the heart, from which the heart rate is measured and pattern and rhythm interpreted
Taking, collecting and labelling blood, urine and other samples from patients
Preparing and staining slides and tissue sections for blood and histological examination
Performing diagnostic tests on tissues and body fluids and analysing the chemical constituents of blood, urine, faeces and tissues
Testing for diseases by looking for the presence of antibodies and the products of immune response in samples
Setting up, checking and maintaining operating theatres, anaesthetic workstations, life support machines and associated equipment
Referring prescriptions to Pharmacists and assisting in preparing medications

Alternative Titles

• Medical Laboratory Technical Officer

Assessment Documents

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