Medical Laboratory Scientist

Description

Research and advise on the safe and effective delivery of radiation as prescribed in patient care, and perform, validate and interpret the results of medical laboratory tests used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of human diseases.

Tasks include

• 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