Medical laboratory scientists perform tests on blood, tissue and body fluids to properly treat illnesses and diseases. Their technical skills may be used in operating and repairing laboratory instruments and monitoring quality control programs. Medical laboratory scientists work in:
- Blood banks
- Coroner offices
- Health maintenance organizations
- Independent laboratories serving hospitals and physicians
- Insurance companies
- Laboratories at hospitals or clinics
- Pharmaceutical firms
- Physician’s offices
- Research laboratories
Some medical laboratory scientists work for the armed forces, Peace Corps, Red Cross, U.S. Public Health Service or Veterans Affairs hospitals. Others provide educational programs, work in quality control, or pursue product development or sales jobs for laboratory equipment and supply manufacturers.
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