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Occupation Description
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Occupation: 234611 Medical Laboratory Scientist
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(Hospital Scientist, Medical Scientific Officer)
Conducts medical laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.
Skill Level: -
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Tasks Include: -
- preparing tissue sections for microscopic examination
- examining and analysing samples to study the effects of microbial infecctions
- analysing samples of body tissue and fluids to develop techniques to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
- advising Medical Practitioners on the interpretation of tests and methods for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
- setting up the steps and rules of laboratory medical testing
- operating and maintaining laboratory equipment
- maintaining laboratory quality assurance and safety standards
- preparing scientific papers and reports
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