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Performs routine tests in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, under supervision of Medical Technologist. Typically requires specialized certification.: Performs blood counts, using microscope. Conducts blood tests for transfusion purposes. May draw blood from patient's finger, ear lobe, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. May specialize in hematology, blood bank, cytology, histology, or chemistry.

Clinical Lab Technologist

Provides accurate, timely, and cost effective laboratory testing of patient samples to aid in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological tests. Examines blood and other body fluids microscopically. Makes cultures of body fluid and tissue samples to determine the presence of bacteria, fungi, parasites, or other microorganisms. Analyzes samples for chemical content or a chemical reaction and determines concentrations of compounds such as blood glucose and cholesterol levels. Types and cross matches blood samples for transfusions.: Evaluates test results, develops and modifies procedures, and establishes and monitors programs to ensure the accuracy of tests. Performs many types of tests in small laboratories, and generally has a specialty in large laboratories. Prepares specimens and analyzes the chemical and hormonal contents of body fluids if specializing in clinical chemistry. Examines and identifies bacteria and other microorganisms if specializing in microbiology. Collects, types, and prepares blood and its components for transfusions if specializing in blood bank or immunohematology technology. Examines elements of the human immune system and its response to foreign bodies if specializing in immunology technology. Prepare slides of body cells and examine these cells microscopically for abnormalities that may signal the beginning of a cancerous growth if specializing in cytotechnology. Performs complex protein and nucleic acid testing on cell samples if specializing in molecular biology. Complies with lab and/or medical center safety procedures. Identifies real or potential problem situations or equipment failures, attempts to resolve within area of specialty or knowledge, and refers complex issues to appropriate source. Completes records, reports, and other statistical information for master files or database. May supervise Clinical Laboratory Technicians.

Lab Technician Optical

Sets up and operates grinding and polishing machines to make lenses, optical flats, and other precision optical elements for optical instruments and ophthalmic goods, such as telescopes, aerial cameras, military optical systems, and eyeglasses. : Operates machine to rough-grind blanks of optical glass to approximate size and shape or manually positions and turns blanks against grinding wheel or lap. Blocks optical element in plaster or other compound. Mounts blocked element in machine and operates machine to oscillate and rotate element against abrasive to fine-grind element to final size and shape. Periodically stops machine to inspect and measure elements for accuracy and degree of completion. Polishes surfaces, using lens-polishing machine. May cement lens elements together to obtain corrected lens assemblies. May mount optical elements in holders or adapters for use in instruments.

Dye Lab Technician

Dyes knitted socks and sample cloth, according to dye formulae, using sample dyeing equipment and steam table for verification that products conform to company specifications: computes quantity of dyes required for machine of specified capacity, using desk calculator and dye formula. Gathers, weighs, measures, and mixes dyes and chemicals, using scales, graduated cylinders, measuring cup, and titration cylinder. Dyes individual socks, using steam table. Flips switches and turns valves and handwheel to prepare sample tub dye bath and adds specified quantities of acid and dye, to achieve required ph level and specifications for dye contrast and color intensity, to prepare sample cloth and sock to be inspected. Presses buttons to activate and deactivate drum of extractor to remove excess moisture from machine and dyed sample cloth. Submits dyed sample to supervisor for inspection.

Superintendent Materials & Apparatus Tests

Directs and coordinates activities of workers conducting chemical, physical, mechanical, and electrical tests on materials, apparatus, and equipment used in electric power utility: develops and prepares standard testing procedures manuals for conducting tests and fault analysis research in system. Plans testing activities and prepares schedules for conducting tests, considering such factors as priorities, budget limitations, available human resources, testing facilities, and equipment, in order to obtain optimum utilization of human resources and equipment. Analyzes test results and reports on newly developed apparatus and equipment, malfunctioning and repaired apparatus and equipment, system disturbances, and materials. Consults with other engineering personnel, manufacturers' representatives, and personnel of other utilities to keep abreast of newly developed apparatus and equipment, testing policies and procedures, and modifications of existing equipment. Directs design and testing of new equipment or modification of existing testing equipment. Recommends awarding of contracts for purchase of new equipment, apparatus and materials, basing recommendations on results of tests. May be designated according to testing operations directed as electrical-tests supervisor; superintendent, materials-and-apparatus tests; superintendent, meter tests; superintendent, research-and-fault-analysis tests; superintendent, station-and-protection-system tests.

Technician Physical Therapy

Administers physical therapy treatments to patients, working under direction of, and as assistant to, Physical Therapist. Administers active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, and heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatments, such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs. Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain, using intermittent and static traction equipment. Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities, such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily-living activities. Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patients' responses to treatments and progress and reports verbally or in writing to Physical Therapist. : Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs. Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs. Gives orientation to new Physical Therapist Assistants and directs and gives instructions to Physical Therapy Aides. Performs clerical duties, such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms. May measure patient's range-of-joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine effects of specific treatments or to assist Physical Therapist to compile data for patient evaluations. May monitor treatments administered by Physical Therapy Aides.

Technician Stress Test

Produces recordings of electromotive variations in action of heart muscle, using electrocardiograph, while patient walks on treadmill, under direction of physician, to provide data for diagnosis of heart ailments. One to two years of training is typically required for this position.: Attaches electrodes to patient's arms, legs, and chest area, according to specified pattern, and connects electrode leads to electrocardiograph, to obtain electrocardiogram. Explains testing procedures to patient and obtains consent form. Starts treadmill at speed directed by physician. Starts electrocardiograph and records data, such as angle and speed of treadmill, patient's indications of pain, and measurements of blood pressure. Informs physician of wave abnormalities on electrocardiogram. Stands alongside patient during test to lend support if necessary. Removes recorder strip printout from machine upon conclusion of test to obtain permanent record of test. Edits and mounts representative samples of tracings for patient's record, indicating time of test measurement and bodily factors that could have affected recording. May conduct electrocardiograph test of resting patient.

Physical Therapy Technician

Technician Hearing Test

Administers audiometric screening and threshold tests, generally pure-tone air conduction, to individuals or groups, under supervision of Audiologist or Otolaryngologist. Fits earphones on subject and provides instruction on procedures to be followed. : Adjusts audiometer to control sound emitted and records subjects' responses. Refers individuals to Audiologist for interpretation of test results and need for more definitive hearing examination or to physician for medical examination.

Lab Technician

Performs laboratory tests or other laboratory work using conventional and computerized machines and work aids. Performs laboratory work and tests according to prescribed standards. Determines chemical and physical characteristics or composition. Sets up, adjusts, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments. Usual requirement is two years of post secondary education in field of specialty; however, some companies may accept equivalent education and experience combined.: Tests for such qualities as purity, stability, viscosity, density, absorption, burning rate, melting or flash point, etc. Tests solutions used in processes for chemical concentration, specific gravity, or other characteristics. Tests for presence and content of elements, substances, or impurities. Collects and analyze samples. Tests samples to verify conformity to specifications. Records test results and writes test reports describing procedures used. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment. May prepare graphs and charts. May prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas. May add chemicals or raw materials to process solutions or product batches to correct or establish formulation required to meet specifications. May calibrate laboratory instruments.

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