The typical Medical Technology/ Clinical Laboratory Science student is likely to be someone who enjoys science courses and likes the challenge of finding answers and solving problems. Some students are looking for the stability of a career as a health professional. For some, Clinical Laboratory Science will serve as a stepping stone to graduate school or medical school.
Consider the following:
Career opportunities.
There are many jobs for clinical laboratory professionals. More than half of these jobs are in the hospital environment. The other half encompasses educational services, other clinic settings, including blood and organ banks; outpatient care centers and research facilities.
Compensation.
Income for medical and clinical laboratory technologists varies by the area. Compensation is higher for evenings or night shifts, and earnings will increase with experience.
Receive training at the best hospitals in Dallas.
Our clinical affiliates include major hospitals in the DFW area. So, our students stay in the area for clinical training.
Where will you go to work?
Our graduates work for pharmaceutical companies, referral laboratories, public health and government laboratories, veterinary laboratories, and of course, hospital laboratories.
Schedules.
Hospital laboratories are staffed 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. You can find a schedule that works for your lifestyle. Other job environments (non-hospital settings) have varying hours of working.
Mobility.
The demand for certified clinical laboratory professionals is nationwide. Choose a state, choose a city or small town and go!