Medical Laboratory Scientist
OSCA 244731·ANZSCO 234611
21,500
28.1%
69.2%
38 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Medical Laboratory Scientist is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
Courses linked to this job include Graduate Diploma of Cardiac Electrophysiology.
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About this career
Performs, validates and interprets the results of medical laboratory tests designed to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of human disease.
What they typically do
- Prepares blood, fluid and tissue samples for microscopic examination
- Performs a wide range of laboratory tests on patient samples, including blood, urine and tissue samples
- Analyses samples to study, diagnose and treat diseases
- Evaluates test results and communicates these to Medical Practitioners
- Establishes the steps and rules of laboratory medical testing
- Operates and maintains laboratory equipment
- Ensures laboratory quality assurance and safety standards are met
- Prepares scientific papers and reports
- Supervises and teaches other staff such as Medical Laboratory Technicians
- Develops new methods and applies the latest improvements in technology for laboratory testing
Where they work
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.
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Graduate Diploma of Cardiac Electrophysiology
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