MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

Professional Degree:
Medical Technologist
Academic Degree:
Graduate in Medical Technology
Specializations:
Medical laboratory, hematology and blood bank, or imaging
Code:
30035
Duration:
10 semesters
Study arrangements:
Semi-annual, daytime, semi-flexible curriculum
Director:
Dr. José Caamaño Lillo
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Program Information

A Medical Technologist is a professional with solid biological and technological knowledge, trained to plan and perform assembly techniques; implement biosecurity and quality control standards; conduct, analyze, and evaluate laboratory or imaging tests, depending on the specialization, the diagnosis, and the health team; and to carry out preventive, promotion, and recovery actions for the health of individuals and the community.

Occupational field

Specialization: Medical laboratory, hematology and blood bank
A Medical Technologist with specialization in Medical Laboratory, Hematology, and Blood Bank can work in state and/or private health institutions (hospitals, clinics, laboratories, insurance companies, urban and rural doctor´s offices); in the food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries; in research and education; or self-employed.


Specialization: Imaging
A Medical Technologist with specialization in Medical Imaging can work in state and/or private health institutions (hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, urban and rural doctor´s offices); in diagnostic imaging equipment sales companies; in research and education; or self-employed.