Clinical Laboratory Technician
りんしょうけんさぎし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Medical Technicians
- Minor : Medical Laboratory Technologists
Summary
A medical technologist who conducts specimen tests and physiological function tests, analyzes and reports the obtained data. Provides essential information for physicians' diagnosis and treatment planning.
Description
Clinical laboratory technicians are specialists who, in hospitals and testing centers, perform specimen tests on blood, urine, tissues, etc., collected from patients, as well as physiological function tests such as electrocardiograms and ultrasound examinations. They employ a wide range of testing methods, including clinical chemistry tests, hematology tests, microbiological tests, immunological tests, pathological tests, and genetic tests, and report the obtained data to physicians. They also handle the operation and maintenance of testing equipment, quality control, specimen pretreatment, and specimen management. By providing accurate and rapid test results, they contribute to disease diagnosis and evaluation of treatment effectiveness.
Future Outlook
With the increase in testing demand due to aging and advances in automation and AI implementation, demand for highly specialized clinical laboratory technicians is expected to expand steadily in the future.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Sharp observation skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Testing Facility / Hospital Employment / Private Testing Facility Employment / Research Institution / Testing Facility
Career Path
Clinical Laboratory Technician → Senior Clinical Laboratory Technician → Chief Clinical Laboratory Technician → Laboratory Department Manager → Hospital Technical Director → Research Position / Pharmaceutical Company
Required Skills
Clinical Laboratory Equipment Operation / Medical Safety Knowledge / Quality Control / Specimen Preparation Technique / Specimen Pretreatment / Statistical Analysis
Recommended Skills
Genetic Analysis / LIS Operation / Medical Equipment Maintenance Management / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required to accurately analyze test data and interpret results. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required because even slight errors or contamination can significantly impact diagnosis. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is required with the introduction of new testing methods and equipment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accuracy in quantitative data analysis and statistical processing is required. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are essential for equipment troubleshooting and handling abnormal values. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because collaboration with physicians, nurses, and within the testing department is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since test procedures are standardized, there is little need for original ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Passed the National Clinical Laboratory Technician Examination
Aliases
- Clinical Laboratory Technician
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