ISCO Occupation Group 3141.2 Scientific Laboratory Technician
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Definition
Scientific Laboratory Technician: Scientific laboratory technicians carry out laboratory-based research, analysis and testing and support life science professionals. They sample, test, measure, research and analyse in areas such as biology, biotechnology, environmental science, forensic science and pharmacology. Scientific laboratory technicians also observe and monitor laboratory activities, record test sequences and analyse the results.
Essential Skills
- Record Test Data
- Maintain Laboratory Equipment
- Calibrate Laboratory Equipment
- Prepare Samples For Testing
- Operate Scientific Measuring Equipment
- Laboratory Techniques
- Perform Sample Testing
- Test Chemical Samples
- Perform Laboratory Tests
- Apply Safety Procedures In Laboratory
- Work Safely With Chemicals
- Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
- Mix Chemicals
- Use Chemical Analysis Equipment
Optional Skills
- Paediatric Phlebotomy Procedures
- Biology
- Assist In The Production Of Laboratory Documentation
- Check The Received Biological Samples
- Sterilise Medical Equipment
- Collect Samples For Analysis
- Dispose Medical Waste
- Assist Scientific Research
- Manage Supplies
- Ensure Compliance With Environmental Legislation
- Archive Scientific Documentation
- Carry Out Quality Control In Microbiology Laboratories
- Biological Chemistry
- Analyse Test Data
- Maintain Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Interpret Medical Results
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Examine Cell Specimens Microscopically
- Order Supplies
- Execute Analytical Mathematical Calculations
- Automated Analysers In The Medical Laboratory
- Blood Collection On Babies
- Techniques Of Blood-Sampling
- Transport Blood Samples
- Clinical Cytology
- Answer Patients' Questions
- Manage Chemical Processes Inspection
- Collect Biological Samples From Patients
- Virology
- Immunology
- Mathematics
- Communicate Effectively In Healthcare
- Data Protection
- Label Blood Samples
- Manage Chemical Testing Procedures
- Fine-Needle Aspiration
- Analyse Blood Samples
- Interpret Hematological Test Results
- Label Samples
- Physics
- Identify Patients' Medical Records
- Check Material Rescources
- Send Biological Samples To Laboratory
- Monitor Stock Level
- Microbiology-Bacteriology
- Blood Type Classification
- Histopathology
- Archive Healthcare Users' Records
- Maintain Healthcare User Data Confidentiality
- Report Test Findings
- Microscopic Techniques
- Develop Scientific Research Protocols
- Work With Chemicals
- Blood Donation
- Blood Transfusion
- Chemistry
- Analyse Cell Cultures
- Perform Bone Marrow Transplant
- Analyse Experimental Laboratory Data
Alternative Names
- Lab Assistant
- Laboratory Technology Specialist
- Chemistry Laboratory Assistant
- Laboratory Assistant
- Laboratory Research Assistant
- Laboratory Technologist
- Laboratory Technology Expert
Specializations
| Specialization | Title |
|---|---|
| C3141.2.4 | ISCO Specialization 3141.2.4 Botanical Technician |
| C3141.2.1 | ISCO Specialization 3141.2.1 Bacteriology Technician |
| C3141.2.3 | ISCO Specialization 3141.2.3 Biology Technician |
| C3141.2.5 | ISCO Specialization 3141.2.5 Zoology Technician |
| C3141.2.2 | ISCO Specialization 3141.2.2 Biochemistry Technician |
