O*NET-SOC 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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.Core1890
Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.Core1886
Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.Core1887
Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage.Core1889
Collect and study blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, or compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques.Core15233
Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.Core1892
Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers.Core1888
Establish or monitor quality assurance programs or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.Core15232
Supervise, train, or direct lab assistants, medical and clinical laboratory technicians or technologists, or other medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.Core1894
Select and prepare specimens and media for cell cultures, using aseptic technique and knowledge of medium components and cell requirements.Core1899
Obtain, cut, stain, and mount biological material on slides for microscopic study and diagnosis, following standard laboratory procedures.Core1898
Cultivate, isolate, or assist in identifying microbial organisms or perform various tests on these microorganisms.Supplemental1896
Provide technical information about test results to physicians, family members, or researchers.Core1893
Develop, standardize, evaluate, or modify procedures, techniques, or tests used in the analysis of specimens or in medical laboratory experiments.Core1895
Harvest cell cultures at optimum time, based on knowledge of cell cycle differences and culture conditions.Supplemental1901

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 23 examples in 8 categories, 7 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Medical software

Commercial plate reader software
eClinicalWorks EHR softwareHot Technology
Electronic medical record EMR software
Hematology laboratory workflow management software
Laboratory information system LIS
Medical digital imaging software
Medical procedure coding software
Medical system integration software
MEDITECH softwareHot Technology
Microscopic image capturing software
Quality control software
Reimbursement screening software
Specimen tracking software
Test result delivery software
Test routing software

Data base user interface and query software

Database software
FileMaker Pro

Electronic mail software

Email software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Project management software

Microsoft ProjectHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Analyzing Data or Information

Analyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Analyze laboratory findings.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Determine protocols for medical procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Thinking Creatively

Develop healthcare quality and safety procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Performing General Physical Activities

Clean medical equipment or facilities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Handling and Moving Objects

Collect biological specimens from patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Cultivate micro-organisms for study, testing, or medical preparations.
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Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
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Controlling Machines and Processes

Operate laboratory equipment to analyze medical samples.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Working with Computers

Enter patient or treatment data into computers.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Maintain medical laboratory equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Training and Teaching Others

Train medical providers.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise technical medical personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 16

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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No NICE work role maps to this job.