Medical College

PG courses and further studies: To become a technologist, going for advanced courses after graduation will be of use! MLT graduates have a handful of PG courses to choose from. They include- M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology, Master of Medical Laboratory Technology, M.Sc. In Medical Imaging Technology, M.Sc. X-Ray Technology and M.Sc. ECG and CVT. Other than the Masters Degree courses mentioned above, graduates may also go for PG Diploma as well as PG Certificate courses related to the field of MLT. PG courses can be pursued to specialize in disciplines within the field of medical technology. Some such well known areas of specialisation includes- cytotechnology, immunology, microbiology, immunohematology, phlebotomy, histotechnology and forensic Science. CAREER PROSPECTS AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Depending upon ones training and qualification, MLT professionals may work as technologists or technicians at medical laboratories. One may start off by working as technician. After gaining work experience, one may rise through the posts and even become lab manager. Some of the common job profiles available in front of graduates include-
Lab technician
Lab technologist
Lab supervisor
Lab manager
Lab assistant
Instructor/Tutor
Lab analyst
Medical labs are where MLT professionals can be seen in action. Government hospitals, private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes having medical labs are known to recruit medical technicians. Independent commercial medical labs and pathological labs are also known to recruit MLT professionals. Regards.