Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1865 Medical Laboratory Science
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Medical Laboratory Science officers conduct clinical laboratory tests, research, and investigations. They train laboratory personnel and perform administrative functions related to the laboratory.
Core Skills
- clinical laboratory testing
- hematology analysis
- clinical chemistry
- microbiology testing
- blood bank operations
- molecular diagnostics
- quality control
- laboratory safety
- specimen management
Civilian Software & Tools
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- Commercial plate reader software
Civilian Career Paths
- Medical Laboratory
- Clinical Technician
- Public Health
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- AMT Medical Technologist (MT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- Specialist in Blood Banking - SBB(ASCP)
- ASCP Molecular Biology Technologist
- ASCP Specialist in Microbiology
- American Board of Bioanalysis (ABB) General Supervisor Certification
Also Common
- American Society for Clinical Pathology Specialist in Blood Banking
What the Work Involves
- Analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.
- Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage.
- Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.
Related Occupations
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
- Geneticists
- Biochemists and Biophysicists
- Physicians, Pathologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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