Clinical Lab Scientists, also called Medical Lab Technologists, examine body fluids, tissues, and cells for bacteria, parasites, or other microorganisms. They also analyze the chemical content of fluids, match blood types for transfusions, and prepare vaccines and serums. This job entails orchestrating tests and lab equipment, such as microscopes, cell counters and other computerized machinery.
| Job Title | Average Wage | Education |
| Phlebotomist | $10-15 per hour | On-the-job training |
| Medical and Clinical Lab Technician | $15-20 per hour | Associate degree |
| Medical and Clinical Lab Technologist/Scientist | $25-30 per hour | Bachelor degree |
- Vist California Community Colleges Health Occupations. (This link may not work in the Netscape browser, the site is best viewed using Internet Explorer.)
- American Medical Technologists
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