Important Lab Chemist Interview Preparation Guide

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Positive control is a specimen having the analyse at a concentration above a specific limit.

GLP means Good Laboratory Practice. It is a framework or pattern under which research work are planned, performed, monitored, recorded, reported and archived.

I am very methodical in my approach to the work I carry out and try my best to understand what task I am performing to the highest degree.

Calibration curve is the relationship between the various concentration of analyte in a suitable solvent or matrix and the signal response of the instrument.

It is defined as a range over which a relationship exists between assay response and analyte concentration.

I am very reliable. Even during out of work hours and days I do not work, I can still be contacted if a problem arises and would respond in a timely manner.

You should do your research prior to the interview. Look into background history of the company, this will help you stick out. Learn about main people, have they been in the news lately? The interviewer doesn’t expect you to know dates and certain people, but showing that you have enough interest to research the company is a positive impression.

Co-chromatography is the procedure used to detect an unknown substance by comparing the chromatic comparison with a known substance.

Although this would seem like a simple question, it can easily become tricky. You shouldn’t mention salary being a factor at this point. If you’re currently employed, your response can focus on developing and expanding your career and even yourself. If you’re current employer is downsizing, remain positive and brief. If your employer fired you, prepare a solid reason. Under no circumstance should you discuss any drama or negativity, always remain positive.

I have worked in physicians offices and i was use to Greet the patient,getting the info from patient and responsible to enter in the computer system. Drawing blood specimen, ECG, Urinlaysis

This question allows you to brag on yourself, but keep in mind that the interviewer wants strengths relative to the position. For example, being a problem solver, a motivator, and being able to perform under pressure, positive attitude and loyal. You will also need examples that back your answers up for illustration of the skill.

I am a dedicated individual that thoroughly understands what the words dependable,hardworking and detail oriented means.I have the experience you desire in a hospital,ER, and disaster zone setting you need.

Although it may be phrased a little differently, the gist of this question is clear: Do you like being around people? If you don’t, being a medical assistant isn’t a good fit for you. After all, you’ll be working directly with patients throughout the day. It helps a lot if you sincerely like interacting with them. While answering this question, make sure to mention that you like helping people too. This will drive home the point that you are a talented medical assistant and would be a valuable part of the team.

A lab assistant handles everything from laboratory support to administrative support in the facility that he or she is working for. As a laboratory assistant, they draw blood, processes specimens, writes reports and provides patients with information of lab procedures and outcomes.

Detail is the key to answering such a question. Don’t try to impress the interviewer with some extraordinary piece of work. Be simple and specific. For example, describe how you test cells and blood to look for microorganisms and parasites.

I would hope to work for you throughout the duration of the contract and if an opportunity were to arise for further work I would be more than willing to consider that option.

It is becoming increasingly important for medical assistants to be knowledgeable about computers. If you are a long-time computer user with experience with different software applications, mention it. It is also a good idea to mention any other computer skills you have, such as a high typing rate, website creation, and more.

☛ Sterilization: The thorough sterilization of all microbes present on the surgical instrument is referred as Sterilization
☛ Disinfection: While reducing the total number of microbes below the risk level is referred as Disinfection

Dedicated,to being a Laboratory Assistant, detailed oriented,Team Player,excellent customer service and communicating skills.

This is a question that cannot be properly answered without preparation. Have a story ready about an experience you have had. Do not make up a story, but be sure to play up the most positive aspects of the experience to show that you know how difficult some patients can be but that you are more than capable of handling any situation with professionalism, compassion, and efficiency.

Don’t be caught out by this question and begin complaining about the working hours, salary or any other aspect of the job. Instead, you could say you would like to have more responsibilities so you can be more helpful to patients and doctors.

In your job, you will likely be responsible for providing a great deal of patient counseling. Make sure your answer includes the need to listen to the patient, to allow the patient to ask questions, and to show empathy when dealing with patients and families while providing detailed, accurate information.

A clinical lab audit is done in order to maintain and operate the lab at a standard level.
The area that includes in clinical audit are

☛ Specimens: To check the patient register and see whether the specimen was received at the right time
☛ Turnaround time: To check whether the specimen was tested and returned at allocated time, and if delayed how to improve it
☛ GLP: To check whether the test methods carried out follows the standard procedures
☛ Purchasing equipment’s, reagents and other lab instruments
☛ Laboratory reports: To check whether they are precise and clear and look for any area for improvement
☛ Storage of reagents and specimens
☛ Safety policies and procedures: Use of dangerous substances should be audited, and every single accident in the lab should be recorded.

I attended National Career Education and successfully completed a Phlebotomy course holding a 4.0 grade average all the way through. I took my studies seriously and took advantage of any opportunity to learn. I was fortunate to have an externship at McClellan VA Clinic where I worked with an amazing staff that taught me so much more about blood draws and processing. I worked with patients varying in age, size, and medical conditions. I also volunteered in the lab for 6 months after my extership was completed.

Try to list all your traits that are important to being a medical assistant, such as your ability to pay great attention to detail and to remain calm when handling difficult patients. The interviewer is likely to ask your former employer for a reference, so be truthful and list the traits they are likely to have seen in you.