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Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood and urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases, and enter findings into computer.
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Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.
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Examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
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Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.
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Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical and electrical devices.
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Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives.
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Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
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Prepare standard volumetric solutions and reagents to be combined with samples, following standardized formulas or experimental procedures.
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Inoculate fertilized eggs, broths, or other bacteriological media with organisms.
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Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.
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Salary Information
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Job Title
Laboratory Technician
Salary Range*
30 - 38
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Data Source(s):
Hudson
Last Updated: April, 2013
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.
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Labour / Skills shortage indicator
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Growth Rate 2007 - 2011
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+0%
-4%
Part-time workers
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Total employed in this occupation: 6900
%
Part-time
7%
93%
Full-time
Older workers
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%
Over 55
3%
97%
Under 55
Ratio of Male / Female workers
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%
Male
40%
60%
Female
Non-Irish National workers
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