Field Placement Student
Te Whatu Ora Waikato
Hamilton Lake, Hamilton
02.2024 - Current
- Carried out specimen registrations.
- Prepared specimens for testing by centrifuging, performing dilutions, and using other techniques.
- Analyzed results of tests and prepared reports on findings.
- Conducted research studies to improve laboratory techniques or develop new methods of testing.
- Operated automated equipment used to analyze body fluids, such as urine and blood samples.
- Evaluated accuracy of test results by comparing them to established standards or previous results from the same patient.
- Disposed hazardous materials according to safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness in the laboratory environment by cleaning surfaces, sterilizing equipment, and disposing waste properly.
- Followed proper protocol when handling hazardous chemicals.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Conducted analysis using microscope or test equipment to detect diseases or irregularities.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Recorded test or medical data for reports using narratives, charts or graphs.
- Maintained records of test results and monitored quality control procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood cell counts, to detect abnormalities in patient samples.
