Work Setting

Private clinical laboratories; Industrial or commercial laboratories

Area of Specialization

General medical technology; Clinical chemistry or biochemistry; Clinical microbiology; Hematology

Medical Laboratory Technologist Specific Skills

Study blood cells and other tissues; Set up medical laboratory equipment; Perform blood group, type and compatibility tests for transfusion purposes; Establish procedures for analysis of specimens and for medical laboratory experiments; Conduct chemical analyses of blood, urine and other body fluids; Conduct quality control assessment of testing techniques

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

CPR Certificate; Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS); Bloodborne pathogens training

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English