Medical Laboratory Assistant Health Associate Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Medical Laboratory Assistant Do?
Medical laboratory assistants work under supervision of the biomedical scientist and carry out basic laboratory procedures. They work in the pre-analytical handling of samples such as checking the details of specimens received for analysis, maintaining analysers, loading reagents, and packaging specimens. They also perform clerical tasks such as monitoring the stock levels of reagents used in analysis.
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Microbiology-bacteriology
Microbiology-Bacteriology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Medical Laboratory Assistant
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialMicrobiology-bacteriology knowledge
Microbiology-Bacteriology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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EssentialLaboratory Techniques knowledge
Techniques applied in the different fields of natural science in order to obtain experimental data such as gravimetric analysis, gas chromatography, electronic or thermic methods.
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EssentialAutomated Analysers In The Medical Laboratory knowledge
The methods used to introduce samples into the laboratory instrument that analyses biological samples for diagnosis purpose.
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EssentialBlood Type Classification knowledge
The classification of blood types such as group A, B, AB, 0 and their characteristics.
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EssentialTechniques Of Blood-sampling knowledge
The appropriate techniques for the collection of blood samples for laboratory work purposes, depending on the group of people targeted such as children or elderly.
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EssentialApply Safety Procedures In Laboratory skill
Make sure that laboratory equipment is used in a safe manner and the handling of samples and specimens is correct. Work to ensure the validity of results obtained in research.
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EssentialArchive Healthcare Users' Records skill
Properly store the health records of healthcare users, including test results and case notes so that they are easily retrieved when required.
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EssentialCalibrate Laboratory Equipment skill
Calibrate laboratory equipment by comparing between measurements: one of known magnitude or correctness, made with a trusted device and a second measurement from another piece of laboratory equipment. Make the …
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EssentialCommunicate Effectively In Healthcare skill
Communicate effectively with patients, families and other caregivers, health care professionals, and community partners.
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EssentialIdentify Patients' Medical Records skill
Locate, retrieve and present medical records, as requested by authorized medical personnel.
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EssentialMaintain Laboratory Equipment skill
Clean laboratory glassware and other equipment after use and inspect it for damage or corrosion in order to ensure its proper functioning.
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EssentialMix Chemicals skill
Mix chemical substances safely according to recipe, using the proper dosages.
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EssentialOperate Scientific Measuring Equipment skill
Operate devices, machinery, and equipment designed for scientific measurement. Scientific equipment consists of specialised measuring instruments refined to facilitate the acquisition of data.
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EssentialPerform Laboratory Tests skill
Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.
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EssentialPerform Sample Testing skill
Examine and perform tests on prepared samples; avoid any possibility of accidental or deliberate contamination during the testing phase. Operate sampling equipment in line with design parameters.
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EssentialPrepare Samples For Testing skill
Take and prepare samples for testing, verify their representability; avoid bias and any possibility of accidental or deliberate contamination. Provide clear numbering, labelling and recording of the sample details, in …
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EssentialRecord Test Data skill
Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject …
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EssentialTest Chemical Samples skill
Perform the testing procedures on the already prepared chemical samples, by using the necessary equipment and materials. Chemical sample testing involves operations such as pipetting or diluting schemes.
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EssentialUse Chemical Analysis Equipment skill
Use the laboratory equipment such as Atomic Absorption equimpent, PH and conductivity meters or salt spray chambre.
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EssentialWear Appropriate Protective Gear skill
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
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EssentialWork Safely With Chemicals skill
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
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EssentialCheck The Received Biological Samples skill
Ensure that the received biological samples such as blood and tissues, are correctly labeled, registered and contain the appropriate information about the patient.
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EssentialExamine Cell Specimens Microscopically skill
Prepare and put the cell specimens received for examination on slides, stain and mark cellular changes and abnormalities.
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EssentialLabel Blood Samples skill
Label blood samples taken from patients in compliance with regulations and the identity of the patient.
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EssentialMaintain Medical Laboratory Equipment skill
Regularly check the condition of medical laboratory equipment used, clean, and perform maintenance operations, as necessary.
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EssentialSend Biological Samples To Laboratory skill
Forward collected biological samples to the concerned laboratory, following strict procedures related to the labeling and tracking of the information on the samples.
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EssentialTransport Blood Samples skill
Ensure that the blood samples collected are transported safely and correctly, following strict procedures to avoid contamination
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Optional Skills (5 of 27 displayed)
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OptionalData Protection knowledge
The principles, ethical issues, regulations and protocols of data protection.
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OptionalVirology knowledge
The structure, characteristics, evolution and interactions of viruses and the diseases they cause.
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OptionalHistopathology knowledge
The procedures needed for the microscopic examination of stained tissue sections using histological techniques.
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OptionalPaediatric Phlebotomy Procedures knowledge
The paediatric blood collection procedures related to the age and specificity of the children involved, how to interact with children and their family to prepare them for the blood collection …
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OptionalClinical Biochemistry knowledge
The various types of tests performed on bodily fluids such as electrolytes, renal function tests, liver function tests or minerals.
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OptionalFine-needle Aspiration knowledge
The type of biopsy through which a thin needle is inserted into an area of body tissue and analysed in the laboratory to determine whether the tissue is benign or …
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OptionalMicroscopic Techniques knowledge
The techniques, functions and limitations of microscopy to visualise objects that cannot be seen with the normal eye.
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OptionalBlood Transfusion knowledge
The procedures involved in blood transfusions, including compatibility and disease testing, by means of which blood is transferred into blood vessels, taken from donors with the same blood type.
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OptionalClinical Cytology knowledge
The science of the formation, structure, and function of cells.
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OptionalBiological Chemistry knowledge
Biological chemistry is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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OptionalImmunology knowledge
Immunology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
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OptionalBlood Collection On Babies knowledge
The recommended procedure for collecting blood from babies through their heel.
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OptionalBlood Donation knowledge
The procedures related to collecting blood samples from volunteers, the screening testing against disease and the follow-up.
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OptionalAnalyse Blood Samples skill
Analyse blood samples using computer-aided and manual techniques, looking for white or red blood cell abnormalities and other risk factors.
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OptionalAnalyse Cell Cultures skill
Analyse cell cultures grown from tissue samples, performing also screening of the cervical smear to detect fertility issues.
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OptionalAssist In The Production Of Laboratory Documentation skill
Assist in documenting laboratory work, especially paying attention to policies and standard operating procedures.
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OptionalMaintain Healthcare User Data Confidentiality skill
Comply with and maintain the confidentiality of healthcare users` illness and treatment information.
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OptionalMonitor Stock Level skill
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
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OptionalOrder Supplies skill
Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.
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OptionalWork With Chemicals skill
Handle chemicals and select specific ones for certain processes. Be aware of the reactions which arise from combining them.
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OptionalCarry Out Quality Control In Microbiology Laboratories skill
Perform quality assurance testing of media, reagents, laboratory instrumentation and other materials used in microbiology laboratory.
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OptionalCollect Biological Samples From Patients skill
Follow recommended processes to collect bodily fluids or samples from patients for further laboratory testing, assisting the patient as required.
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OptionalDispose Medical Waste skill
Dispose all types of medical waste such as infective, toxic and radioactive waste.
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OptionalInterpret Hematological Test Results skill
Review blood samples and bone marrow under the microscope and interpret results of the tests.
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OptionalInterpret Medical Results skill
Interpret, integrate and apply results of diagnostic imaging, laboratory tests and other investigations as part of the assessment of the client, in consultation with other healthcare practitioners.
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OptionalPerform Bone Marrow Transplant skill
Perform cord blood transplant and manage its side effects in order to replace damaged or destroyed bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells for patients affected by cancers, such …
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OptionalSterilise Medical Equipment skill
Disinfect and clean all medical devices and equipment gathered from operating rooms, wards and other departments of a hospital or clinic and check for bacteria after disinfection using a microscope.
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