Typical Tasks
Adjust, maintain, or repair laboratory equipment, such as microscopes.
Assign tasks or coordinate task assignments to ensure adequate performance of laboratory activities.
Assist pathologists or other physicians to collect cell samples by fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy or other method.
Document specimens by verifying patients' and specimens' information.
Examine cell samples to detect abnormalities in the color, shape, or size of cellular components and patterns.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Dependability
Independence
Analytical Thinking
Cooperation
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Speaking
Judgment and Decision Making
Expected Knowledge
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
