Medical laboratory managers oversee the daily operations of a medical laboratory. They manage employees and communicate the schedule of activities. They monitor and ensure all laboratory operations are performed according to specifications, arrange the necessary laboratory equipment and assure that the appropriate health and safety standards are followed.
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The various types of diagnostic methods in the medical laboratory such as clinical-chemical methods, haematological methods, immune-haematological methods, histological methods, cytological methods and micro-biological methods.
The discipline of project management, the activities which comprise this area and the variables implied in it, such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
The various types and uses of technology and equipment employed in medical laboratories to perform tests on samples in order to identify possible disease-related substances.
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Make sure that laboratory equipment is used in a safe manner and the handling of samples and specimens is correct. Work to ensure the validity of results obtained in research.
Arrange for equipment repairs when necessary.
Define the project completion stages, and create a timeline. Synchronise necessary activities, taking into account the convergence of production elements. Establish a schedule.
Analyse medical images in order to diagnose illnesses and injuries.
Control product inventory in balance of availability and storage costs.
Record and pass test results to medical staff, who use the information to diagnose and treat patient`s illness.
Interpret, integrate and apply results of diagnostic imaging, laboratory tests and other investigations as part of the assessment of the client, in consultation with other healthcare practitioners.
Regularly check the condition of medical laboratory equipment used, clean, and perform maintenance operations, as necessary.
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
Oversee all personnel and processes to comply with health, safety and hygiene standards. Communicate and support alignment of these requirements with the company's health and safety programmes.
Maintain an overview of all the incoming tasks in order to prioritise the tasks, plan their execution, and integrate new tasks as they present themselves.
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.
Develop the schedule including procedures, appointments and working hours.
Start up and shut down equipment; identify and troubleshoot technical problems and conduct minor repairs. Monitor control equipment in order to identify safety and environmental hazards.
Supervise the staff working in a laboratory, as well as oversee that equipment is functional and maintained, and procedures occur in compliance with regulations and legislation.
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
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Biological chemistry is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
Cryopreservation deals with procedures, risks and conditions applied to cells or tissues in order to prevent contamination and damage. It refers to the preservation of embryos, eggs, semen and testicle tissue by cooling to very low temperatures (typically -80 or -196°C).
The principles, ethical issues, regulations and protocols of data protection.
The administration procedures of a healthcare facility to keep it operational. It involves leadership roles, regulatory compliance and the efficiency in the processes of the facility.
The procedures needed for the microscopic examination of stained tissue sections using histological techniques.
The paediatric blood collection procedures related to the age and specificity of the children involved, how to interact with children and their family to prepare them for the blood collection procedure and how to engage with children`s anxiety related to needles.
The biological development of human embryonic stem cells, together with the ethical concerns related and the legal requirements involved.
The various types of tests performed on bodily fluids such as electrolytes, renal function tests, liver function tests or minerals.
The science of the formation, structure, and function of cells.
Immunology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
The techniques, functions and limitations of microscopy to visualise objects that cannot be seen with the normal eye.
The structure, characteristics, evolution and interactions of viruses and the diseases they cause.
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Assist in documenting laboratory work, especially paying attention to policies and standard operating procedures.
Comply with and maintain the confidentiality of healthcare users` illness and treatment information.
Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.
Disinfect and clean all medical devices and equipment gathered from operating rooms, wards and other departments of a hospital or clinic and check for bacteria after disinfection using a microscope.
Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.
Handle chemicals and select specific ones for certain processes. Be aware of the reactions which arise from combining them.