ONET Occupations » 29-2011.00

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.72)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.20)
  3. Research - Data (4.07)
  4. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.01)
  5. Study, observe - Data (3.99)
  6. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.99)
  7. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.96)
  8. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.96)
  9. Listen - People (3.93)
  10. Follow through, get things done - People (3.89)
  11. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.79)
  12. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.69)
  13. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  14. Repair - Things (3.56)
  15. Use my intuition - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (3.62)
  2. Science (3.62)
  3. Reading Comprehension (3.50)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.62)
  2. Near Vision (3.62)
  3. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (3.50)
  5. Deductive Reasoning (3.50)
  6. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.72)
  2. Integrity (4.56)
  3. Dependability (4.47)
  4. Stress Tolerance (4.31)
  5. Independence (4.22)
  6. Analytical Thinking (4.20)
  7. Cooperation (4.17)
  8. Self Control (4.15)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.05)
  10. Initiative (4.03)
  11. Concern for Others (3.96)
  12. Persistence (3.89)
  13. Achievement/Effort (3.88)
  14. Leadership (3.69)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.36)
  2. Documenting/Recording Information (4.36)
  3. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.26)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.07)
  5. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.03)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.02)
  7. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.01)
  8. Processing Information (4.01)
  9. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.01)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.99)
  11. Getting Information (3.93)
  12. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.85)
  13. Analyzing Data or Information (3.79)
  14. Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (3.56)
  15. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.52)
  1. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.36)
  2. Label Blood Samples (4.36)
  3. Use Relational Database Software (4.36)
  4. Enter Analysis Of Medical Tests Or Clinical Results Into Computer For Storage (4.36)
  5. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.36)
  6. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.36)
  7. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.36)
  8. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.26)
  9. Verify Completeness Or Accuracy Of Data (4.26)
  10. Use Clinical Sterilizing Technique (4.07)
  11. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (4.07)
  12. Use Research Methodology Procedures In Health Care (4.07)
  13. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.07)
  14. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.07)
  15. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.07)
  16. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.07)
  17. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.07)
  18. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.07)
  19. Follow Microbiology Procedures (4.07)
  20. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (4.07)
  21. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.07)
  22. Use Health Or Sanitation Standards (4.07)
  23. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.07)
  24. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.07)
  25. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.07)
  26. Use Biological Research Techniques (4.07)
  27. Use Medical Lab Techniques (4.07)
  28. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (4.07)
  29. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.01)
  30. Calculate Medical Diagnostic Test Results (4.01)
  31. Isolate And Identify Micro-Organisms (3.99)
  32. Store Medical Laboratory Specimens (3.99)
  33. Examine Biological Or Other Material Specimens Under Microscope (3.99)
  34. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (3.99)
  35. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (3.93)
  36. Obtain Technical Support Instructions From Scientists Or Engineers (3.93)
  37. Research Human Or Animal Disease (3.93)
  38. Collect Statistical Data (3.93)
  39. Cultivate Micro-Organisms For Study, Testing, Or Medical Preparations (3.85)
  40. Conduct Medical Laboratory Tests (3.79)
  41. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (3.79)
  42. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (3.79)
  43. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (3.79)
  44. Analyze Medical Data (3.79)
  45. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Biological Material Samples (3.79)
  46. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.79)
  47. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (3.79)
  48. Conduct Tests Or Analyses Of Blood Samples (3.79)
  49. Perform Statistical Analysis (3.79)
  50. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (3.79)
  51. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (3.79)
  52. Set Up Or Calibrate Laboratory Equipment (3.56)