Medical Laboratory Science careers are in high demand throughout the United States.
Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) - the career is also known as Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) - perform laboratory tests on patient samples to provide information needed to diagnose or monitor treatment. Examples of common laboratory tests include tests to detect anemia, diagnose diabetes and strep throat, and provide a transfusion to an accident victim. Medical laboratory professionals can pursue both traditional and non-traditional education career pathways. A 2-year associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or a 4-year bachelor of science degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) will both yield careers in the laboratory.
In addition, non-traditional routes are available for entry into the medical laboratory profession.
The '4+1' route is the most common for individuals with a bachelor of science in either biology or chemistry.
Hi I am Asad from Pakistan I have done my graduation from Khyber medical university as well as I cleared the ASCPi MLS test. I want to get a job in the USA as a medical laboratory technologist/ scientist. How can I hunt this job. If you know the process kindly explain and help me.
Start by googling medical lab scientist jobs in the state you want to move to. Also google this phrase “how to transfer your ascp certification to another country” and click on the first link from the ascp website
Some programs do give a stipend but most don’t. I know the one I applied to won’t so loans are an option or a weekend job to help with expenses. Life is tough but doable. 😅
Hlw i am a medical laboratory technologist student from nepal Can medical laboratory technologist pursue further study in usa and what are the available courses and possible career paths?
thank you, I love it, I'm definitely considering this one. I don't like direct patient contact (I quit nursing school) but I love anatomy, physiology and science. So it sounds pretty good.
I got accepted into an LPN program and I am extremely introverted and have some social anxiety. I want to care for ppl but I don’t like the idea of constant patient interaction. I love science. It was always my favorite subject. I am strongly considering this career choice
Hi! Care to update on how you’re doing in the Lpn program? I’m just like you haha, very introverted and I definitely don’t want to do direct patient care either😆
@@markjaspercanlasit’s 100% job security all over the country and when you become more of an expert you can do travel work either within your state or across the country where they pay double
Thanks a lot for your professional information and advice. I graduated with a biology degree May 2021, and I have been working as a CNA for more than four years. I am also on a premed track planning to apply May 2023. I want to work as MLS starting January, but should I do the certification? What are your thoughts considering my situation? Thank you again for your professional help.
There is something called a 4+1 route that you can use to get into a medical laboratory science career. The route is more commonly used in large hospitals or reference labs. If you are moving on to medical school, I wouldn't pursue the ASCP certification. Simply find a health care organization that will use your BS as a route of entry. That organization will provide you the specific training needed in chemistry, hematolgoy, coagulation, microbiology, or blood bank.
You can either choose a 2-year or 4-year MLT or MLS college degree. There is also an option to earn your BS in microbiology and then sit for a 12-month clinical MLS internship in an accredited hospital laboratory. Go to mls2030.com for more details.
Hi I want to ask you that is there difference between MLS and MLT .🙄 Or they are Same ... Please reply me..🔬🧫💉 I'm totally confused between this..so..🙂
As a Med Tech, I knew YEARS ago Theranos was a sham. E Holms went after her "genius" idea totally backwards, with no understanding of medical laboratory science. It's mind boggling how much $$$ and support this woman was able to amass! Well done video!
I have short term memory problems, yet I managed somehow to get a bachelor's in biology. I need a job that is repetitive in nature because of my short term memory issue. Is this job super repetitive?
Real Med Techs spend every working minute focused on quality, precision, and reproducibility. Theranos was an aberration. For those looking for health care careers, go to mls2030.com for more information.
Hello Amanda, The video was a great and I learned a lot from you. Thank you for that! I am interested in the MLS program 12 month track through the hospital. I got accepted into the program. How intense was your program? How much work did you have to put everyday in order to pass it?
Thank you for taking time out of your day to make this video. I’ve recently have been hired as a non-registered lab tech and it’s nice to know what each of these terms mean. I knew there were almost no differences with some titles but you were very helpful with helping me understand where I stand. Thank you and have a wonderful day!
A degree in biochemistry offer a solid foundation for a variety of jobs and careers - including that of a medical laboratory scientist. Your decision should focus on what you like to do and what you are good at. If you have interest in medicine and health care, the laboratory is a place to have meaningful work and career growth without the face-to-face contact of patients.
Hi dear, please I'm seeking for ur advice. Between Medical Laboratory science (MLS) and Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) which is the best to study.
A medical laboratory science degree in the U.S. is a 4-year bachelor's degree. The MLT is a 2-year associate's degree. If you are interested in getting into the career quickly, earn your 2-year associate's degree. Start working in a lab somewhere. Let your employer pay for the college credits needed to earn a bachelor's degree.
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