All medical technologists have certain common characteristics. They are problem solvers. They like challenge and responsibility. They are accurate, reliable, work well under pressure and are able to finish a task once started. They set high standards for themselves and expect quality in the work they do. But, above all, they are deeply committed to their profession, and are truly fascinated by all that science has to offer.

The medical technologist performs a full range of laboratory tests- from simple pre-marital blood tests, to more complex tests to uncover diseases such as AIDS, diabetes, and cancer.

Medical technologists hold life and death in their hands, because the information they give to the doctor influences the medical treatment a patient receives.

Medical technologists due much more than examine specimens through a microscope, they operate complex electronic equipment, computers and precision instruments.

Medical technologists work in five major areas of the laboratory: Blood banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology and Microbiology.

Medical Technologists also have an unlimited choices of practice settings including hospitals, independent laboratories, clinics, public health facilities, and industry.
 
 

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