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Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.79)
  2. Research - Data (4.60)
  3. Study, observe - Data (4.07)
  4. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.06)
  5. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.06)
  6. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.06)
  7. Follow through, get things done - People (3.90)
  8. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  9. Listen - People (3.75)
  10. Use my brain - Data (3.69)
  11. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.65)
  12. Repair - Things (3.64)
  13. Communicate well, in person - People (3.62)
  14. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  15. Manipulate - Things (3.62)
  16. Use my intuition - Data (3.62)
  17. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.62)
  18. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  19. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (3.75)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.50)
  3. Science (3.50)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.50)
  1. Near Vision (3.88)
  2. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  3. Oral Expression (3.62)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (3.62)
  5. Information Ordering (3.62)
  6. Finger Dexterity (3.62)
  7. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.79)
  2. Integrity (4.74)
  3. Dependability (4.59)
  4. Stress Tolerance (4.40)
  5. Self Control (4.08)
  6. Concern for Others (4.06)
  7. Initiative (3.98)
  8. Achievement/Effort (3.95)
  9. Persistence (3.90)
  10. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.88)
  11. Cooperation (3.85)
  12. Analytical Thinking (3.69)
  13. Independence (3.64)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.60)
  2. Interacting With Computers (4.58)
  3. Documenting/Recording Information (4.56)
  4. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.56)
  5. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.34)
  6. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.27)
  7. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.17)
  8. Processing Information (4.08)
  9. Getting Information (4.07)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.06)
  11. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.04)
  12. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.03)
  13. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.89)
  14. Handling and Moving Objects (3.87)
  15. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.77)
  16. Analyzing Data or Information (3.65)
  17. Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (3.64)
  18. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.59)
  19. Training and Teaching Others (3.50)
  1. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (4.60)
  2. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.60)
  3. Use Research Methodology Procedures In Health Care (4.60)
  4. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.60)
  5. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.60)
  6. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (4.60)
  7. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.60)
  8. Follow Microbiology Procedures (4.60)
  9. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (4.60)
  10. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.60)
  11. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (4.60)
  12. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.60)
  13. Use Health Or Sanitation Standards (4.60)
  14. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.60)
  15. Use Clinical Sterilizing Technique (4.60)
  16. Use Medical Lab Techniques (4.60)
  17. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.58)
  18. Use Relational Database Software (4.58)
  19. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.58)
  20. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.58)
  21. Label Blood Samples (4.56)
  22. Enter Analysis Of Medical Tests Or Clinical Results Into Computer For Storage (4.56)
  23. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.56)
  24. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.34)
  25. Verify Completeness Or Accuracy Of Data (4.34)
  26. Cultivate Micro-Organisms For Study, Testing, Or Medical Preparations (4.17)
  27. Calculate Medical Diagnostic Test Results (4.08)
  28. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.07)
  29. Store Medical Laboratory Specimens (4.06)
  30. Examine Biological Or Other Material Specimens Under Microscope (4.06)
  31. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.06)
  32. Isolate And Identify Micro-Organisms (4.06)
  33. Use Laboratory Equipment (4.03)
  34. Use Precision Measuring Tools Or Equipment (4.03)
  35. Use Microscope (4.03)
  36. Use Biological Testing Instruments (4.03)
  37. Prepare Sterile Solutions, Infusions, Or Intravenous Packs (3.87)
  38. Sterilize Or Clean Laboratory Or Healthcare Equipment (3.87)
  39. Prepare Biological Specimens For Examination (3.87)
  40. Prepare Sample For Laboratory Testing, Analysis, Or Microscopy (3.87)
  41. Mix Paint, Ingredients, Or Chemicals, According To Specifications (3.87)
  42. Prepare Vaccines, Biologicals, Or Serums (3.87)
  43. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (3.65)
  44. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (3.65)
  45. Analyze Medical Data (3.65)
  46. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.65)
  47. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Biological Material Samples (3.65)
  48. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (3.65)
  49. Perform Statistical Analysis (3.65)
  50. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (3.65)
  51. Conduct Tests Or Analyses Of Blood Samples (3.65)
  52. Conduct Medical Laboratory Tests (3.65)
  53. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (3.65)
  54. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (3.65)
  55. Set Up Or Calibrate Laboratory Equipment (3.64)
  56. Teach Individuals Work-Related Techniques Or Skills (3.50)