Primary Purpose of Position: The primary purpose of this position is to provide accurate clinical laboratory results useful in the detection, diagnosis, treatment and management of clinical conditions. Medical Laboratory Technicians are vital members of the Pitt County Health Department healthcare team and contribute significantly to the delivery of quality health care to the people of Pitt County. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: General knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to the area(s) of work. General knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and terminology. Some knowledge of the basic physiological processes being monitored and how the medical laboratory science is applied. Skill in the use of laboratory