Clinical Technologist
Clinical technologists perform more complex laboratory tests
and procedures than technicians. They also supervise technicians, confirm their
tests, and manage laboratory quality control programs.
Most clinical laboratory specialists work in hospitals, but
they are also employed by provide practices, medical groups, research
laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and universities.
Average Salary:
$20,000-$28,000 (clinical laboratory technicians)
$25,000_$40,000 (clinical technologists)
Educational Requirements:
Students should take most challenging high school courses
in, science, math, and English.
An associate’s degree in the field or completion of a
specialized in-house training program is required to become a clinical laboratory
technician.
A bachelor’s degree in field is normally required to become
a clinical technologist; however some employers accept and associate’s degree and extensive clinical experience
as a substitute. Many technologists pursue additional graduate education or
specialized training to advance their careers in clinical chemistry, blood
banking, and microbiology.
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