Where does the Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist) work?
The most common work setting for the Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist) is the hospital clinical laboratory. In larger hospitals, the laboratory may be divided into specialty areas such as Microbiology, Hematology, Blood Banking, Immunology and Chemistry. Clinical Laboratory Scientists (Medical Technologists) are also employed by the government, in physicians’ office laboratories, in private laboratories, and in health maintenance organizations. There are expanding opportunities for clinical laboratory scientists (medical technologists) in research and development, and as technical or sales representatives in industry. Some Clinical Laboratory Scientists (Medical Technologists) seek careers in management or education. Click here to view Career Opportunities.
