Medical Technologist tracks testing results on the computer while performing tests to determine which bacteria are causing infection.
Medical Technologist tracks testing results on the computer
while performing tests to determine which bacteria are causing
infection.
Medical technologists in clinical microbiology identify
microorganisms that cause infections and identify antibiotics
that are effective in eliminating the microorganisms.
Microorganisms include disease-causing (pathogenic) bacteria such
as found in wounds, kidney infections and nonpathogenic organisms
that often cause problems in people with immune disorders.
Parasites, fungi, and viruses are also microorganisms that can
cause infectious diseases. DNA technology is used for some
detection methods. Medical technologists may use their
microbiology competencies to help prevent the spread of
infections in a hospital. Additionally, these competencies are
useful in the food industry and environmental testing
laboratories.
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