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29-2012.00 - Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

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Importance	Category	Task
95	Core	Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.
95	Core	Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.
92	Core	Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.
91	Core	Prepare standard volumetric solutions or reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures.
85	Core	Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.
77	Core	Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.
97	Supplemental	Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.
93	Supplemental	Inoculate fertilized eggs, broths, or other bacteriological media with organisms.
92	Supplemental	Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis.
89	Supplemental	Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
87	Supplemental	Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
86	Supplemental	Cut, stain, and mount tissue samples for examination by pathologists.
85	Supplemental	Perform medical research to further control or cure disease.
85	Supplemental	Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.
81	Supplemental	Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.

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Importance		Knowledge
68		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
68		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
65		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
63		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
62		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
61		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
59		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
57		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.
50		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
48		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
48		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
39		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
38		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
30		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
30		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
29		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
29		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
25		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
22		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
20		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
18		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
17		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
15		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
15		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
12		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
11		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
7		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
3		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
2		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
2		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
2		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
0		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
0		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

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Importance		Skill
72		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
63		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
60		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
60		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
56		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
53		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
53		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
53		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
53		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
53		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
53		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
53		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
50		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
50		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
50		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
50		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
50		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
47		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
47		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
47		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
44		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
44		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
44		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
44		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
41		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
41		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
38		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
38		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
31		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
28		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
25		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
25		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
25		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
22		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
6		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

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Importance		Ability
75		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
72		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
72		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
72		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
69		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
66		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
66		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
53		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
53		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
53		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
53		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
53		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
53		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
53		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
53		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
53		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
50		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
50		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
50		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
50		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
47		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
47		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
47		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
47		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
47		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
47		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
44		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
44		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
41		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
38		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
35		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
31		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
28		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
28		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
28		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
25		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
25		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
25		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
25		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
25		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
25		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
25		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
25		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
0		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.

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Importance		Work Activity
88		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
86		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
85		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
85		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
84		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
81		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
81		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
78		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
76		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
74		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
71		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
68		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
66		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
65		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
64		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
63		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
61		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
56		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
54		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
54		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
53		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
53		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
51		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
51		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
49		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
49		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
48		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
48		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
47		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
46		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
46		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
44		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
42		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
40		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
40		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
37		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
35		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
20		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
18		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
9		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
6		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

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Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?	93    Every day
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?	98    Every day
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?	90    Extremely important
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?	93    Every day
Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?	79    Every day 13    Once a week or more but not every day
Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?	60    Constant contact with others 24    Contact with others most of the time 14    Contact with others about half the time
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?	62    Extremely important 21    Very important
Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?	47    Extremely important 34    Very important 15    Important
Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?	56    Every day 15    Once a week or more but not every day 20    Once a month or more but not every week
Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?	67    Every day 14    Never
Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?	27    A lot of freedom 37    Some freedom 36    Limited freedom
Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?	29    A lot of freedom 38    Some freedom 26    Limited freedom
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?	49    Continually or almost continually 15    More than half the time 15    About half the time 20    Less than half the time
Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?	54    Every day 15    Once a month or more but not every week 12    Once a year or more but not every month 12    Never
Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?	30    Extremely serious 33    Very serious 25    Serious
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?	56    Every day 16    Once a week or more but not every day 23    Never
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?	49    Continually or almost continually 16    More than half the time 13    Less than half the time 15    Never
Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?	46    Every day 13    Once a month or more but not every week 22    Once a year or more but not every month
Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?	20    Very close (near touching) 20    Moderately close (at arm's length) 59    Slightly close (e.g., shared office)
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?	37    Very important results 21    Important results 17    Moderate results 15    No results
Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?	21    Extremely important 25    Very important 38    Important
Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?	43    Every day 19    Once a month or more but not every week 21    Never
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?	28    Very high responsibility 23    High responsibility 18    Moderate responsibility 22    Limited responsibility
Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?	34    More than half the time 56    About half the time
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?	11    Every day 24    Once a week or more but not every day 32    Once a month or more but not every week 32    Once a year or more but not every month
Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?	36    Highly automated 42    Moderately automated 21    Slightly automated
Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?	22    More than half the time 45    About half the time 27    Less than half the time
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?	48    Every day 47    Never
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)	27    Extremely important 15    Very important 15    Important 34    Not important at all
Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?	19    Once a week or more but not every day 33    Once a month or more but not every week 25    Once a year or more but not every month 13    Never
Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?	12    Every day 29    Once a week or more but not every day 16    Once a month or more but not every week 22    Once a year or more but not every month 22    Never
Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?	33    Extremely important 14    Important 11    Fairly important 39    Not important at all
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?	11    Very high responsibility 18    High responsibility 29    Moderate responsibility 15    Limited responsibility 27    No responsibility
Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?	20    More than half the time 14    About half the time 48    Less than half the time 12    Never
Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.	65    40 hours 28    Less than 40 hours
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?	21    Every day 13    Once a week or more but not every day 58    Never
Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?	36    Moderately competitive 31    Slightly competitive 25    Not at all competitive
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?	14    Every day 13    Once a week or more but not every day 70    Never
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?	11    Every day 16    Once a year or more but not every month 59    Never
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?	42    Less than half the time 40    Never
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?	16    Every day 69    Never
Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?	16    Once a week or more but not every day 77    Never
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?	14    Once a year or more but not every month 69    Never
Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?	21    Once a year or more but not every month 70    Never
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?	20    Less than half the time 73    Never
Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?	88    Never
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?	91    Never
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?	32    Less than half the time 68    Never
Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?	12    Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration) 88    Regular (established routine, set schedule)
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?	94    Never
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?	98    Never
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?	99    Never
Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?	100    Never
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?	100    Never
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?	100    Never
Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?	100    Never
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?	100    Never

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Job Zone   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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Education

Percentage of Respondents	Education Level Required
46	Bachelor's degree
31	Associate's degree
10	Post-baccalaureate certificate

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Credentials

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Interests   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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Occupational Interest		Interest
78		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
78		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
56		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
50		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.
11		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
11		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.

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Work Styles   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

10 of 16 displayed (16 important)

All 16 displayed (16 important)

Importance		Work Style
97		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
94		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
90		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
88		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
86		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
86		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
80		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
80		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
80		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
79		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
75		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
74		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
71		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
65		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
57		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
52		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

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Work Values   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

All 6 displayed (2 important)

Extent		Work Value
72		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
56		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
45		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
39		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
33		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
28		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

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Related Occupations   Save Table (XLS/CSV)

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19-4031.00	Chemical Technicians   Green
29-1124.00	Radiation Therapists
29-2011.00	Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists   Bright Outlook
29-2011.03	Histotechnologists and Histologic Technicians
29-2031.00	Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
29-2032.00	Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
29-2033.00	Nuclear Medicine Technologists
29-2054.00	Respiratory Therapy Technicians
29-2099.01	Neurodiagnostic Technologists
31-9099.02	Endoscopy Technicians

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages data collected from Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Employment data collected from Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Industry data collected from Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.

Median wages (2018)	$25.16 hourly, $52,330 annual
State wages
Employment (2018)	332,000 employees
Projected growth (2018-2028)	Much faster than average (11% or higher)
Projected job openings (2018-2028)	25,500
State trends
Top industries (2018)	Health Care and Social Assistance (86% employed in this sector) (see all industries)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2018 wage data and 2018-2028 employment projections . "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2018-2028). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

• AABB
• American Association of Bioanalysts
• American Medical Technologists
• American Society for Clinical Pathology
• American Society of Cytopathology
• Clinical Laboratory Management Association
• College of American Pathologists
• National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Clinical laboratory technologists and technicians
• The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science