Medical Laboratory Specialist

7 hours ago


Santa Barbara, California, United States U.S. Army Full time
Job Summary

The U.S. Army is seeking highly skilled Medical Laboratory Specialists to conduct tests on tissue, blood, and body fluids of patients. As a Medical Laboratory Specialist, you will be responsible for performing elementary blood banking and clinical laboratory procedures in various fields, including hematology, immunohematology, clinical chemistry, serology, bacteriology, parasitology, and urinalysis.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform Laboratory Procedures: Conduct tests and analyses on blood, tissue, and body fluids to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
  • Collect Blood Specimens: Collect blood samples from patients using venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
  • Process and Store Blood Products: Pack, unpack, inspect, store, and distribute blood and blood products.
  • Maintain Laboratory Equipment: Assemble, disassemble, and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
Training and Qualifications

As a Medical Laboratory Specialist, you will receive 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks and two days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, TX. During this training, you will learn essential skills, including:

  • Medical Laboratory Procedures: Learn to perform various laboratory tests and analyses to diagnose and treat medical conditions.
  • Study of Human Parasites and Diseases: Understand the causes and effects of various human parasites and diseases.
  • Laboratory Administration and Record-Keeping: Learn to manage laboratory operations, including record-keeping and quality control.
  • Chemistry and Biology: Develop a strong foundation in chemistry and biology to understand the principles of laboratory testing.
  • Detection and Analysis: Learn to detect and analyze various substances and compounds in blood, tissue, and body fluids.
Career Opportunities

As a Medical Laboratory Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, including privately owned laboratories, hospitals, clinics, or research institutions. With continued study and experience, you may be eligible for certifications, such as medical laboratory technician, cytotechnologist, or clinical laboratory technician.



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