| About
Being an MLT - a Career for
You!
Job Opportunities |
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Today, there are more jobs
for laboratory personnel than
educated people to fill those
jobs. |
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The future long term employment
looks bright - - well into the
next century. |
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The national average salary
median for medical laboratory
technicians is approximately
$24,960. |
Characteristics of a MLT
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problem solvers |
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responsible, accurate and
reliable |
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emotionally stable and work
well under pressure |
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communicate well, both in
writing and speaking |
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they set high standards for
themselves and expect quality
in the work they do. |
Career Preparation |
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Have a solid foundation in
high school sciences -- biology,
chemistry, math, and computer
science. |
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Completion of a MLT program
accredited by the National Accrediting
Agency for Clinical Laboratory
Sciences (NAACLS). |
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Successfully complete a national
certification exam. |
Opportunities for Advancement |
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MLT who earns a baccalaureate
degree and has 3 years experience
is eligible for certification
as a Medical Technologist. |
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An MLT who attends a NAACLS
accredited medical technologist
program can also become certified
as a Medical Technologist. |
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MLT's or MT's can become teachers,
supervisors, sales people, or
researchers. |
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Learn More About Becoming
a MLT
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Visit laboratory professionals
at your local hospital or laboratory.
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Talk with biology teachers
and career counselors in your
school. |
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Contact Andrea
Kennedy at Southwestern
Community College.
800.447.4091, ext. 312
andrea@southwesterncc.edu
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