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While many technologists
choose to work in hospital laboratories, other opt to develop
new testing procedures in diagnostic and research laboratories.
Technologists with leadership ability and administrative skills
manage the laboratory operations. Those interested in computer
technology use their laboratory knowledge and skills in the
management of laboratory information systems. Others provide
educational programs to prepare the technologists for the
future. There are even opportunities for technologists to
serve as self-employed consultants.
Whatever the interest of the individual,
job opportunities abound. Due to an increased number of diverse
testing sites, and aging population, and the development of
highly specialized testing procedures, there is a need for
qualified medical technologists.
According to a recent professional journal
article the starting salary for a bench technologist ranges
between $27,040 - $38,480. The average salary for laboratory
supervisor is $41,184 and for a laboratory manager $50,544.
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