Karen Mcllveen Interview

Many individuals do not fully understand the responsibilities of a medical technologist if they even know what the occupation refers to specifically. It is often assumed a medical technologist just prepares cultures, run tests, and delivers results and this is not the case. A broad knowledge of the tests being conducted and the bodily substances being studied must be present. Medical technologists take what they know from the patient and compare it to the results to check for any discrepancies. With any type of technology being used, error is always a possibility. It is required that proper calibration and repair knowledge of this technology be used daily in this occupation. Without this, fatal or company based mistakes could be made. General upkeep and procedural guidelines must be followed in the laboratory and everything must be recorded and kept on file in an orderly fashion. Without this type of organization, those in the upper hierarchy of the medical business could suffer because of a simple mistake or overlooking something that appeared insignificant. This paper examines the perspective of Karen Mcllveen in her management position working in the lab at _________.
After taking the time to interview her, she answered a series of questions about her past and current job experience as a medical technologist; as well as how it related to her education prior. Throughout, the same general ideas or themes emerged. She stressed the importance of dedication, time management, and meticulous attention to