Essentials of Clinical Laboratory Science (Medical Lab Technician Solutions to Enhance Your Courses!) - Softcover

Ridley, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1435448146 ISBN 13: 9781435448148

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2010

Synopsis

Guide and organize the evolution of your clinical laboratory students from beginners into effective professionals by giving them this invaluable resource, Essentials of Clinical Laboratory Science. This resource fosters critical thinking beyond just the basic procedures, creating a thorough awareness of the clinical laboratory responsibilities that students will have to themselves, to their patients, and to the facilities where they work. Coverage includes the organization of health care facilities, the laws and regulations that govern them, and common tasks and responsibilities for the numerous professional categories that comprise the health care industry. Safety for the laboratory employee, the patients, and the visitors are explained in detail. With an emphasis on efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism, this book serves up the essential ingredients for a holistic approach to laboratory science that augments the diagnosis and treatment of all patients.

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About the Author

Dr. John W. Ridley has a wealth of experience in the medical field, in a variety of positions, both civilian and military. He began his career as a patient care technician before going to serve during the Vietnam conflict as a combat medic. He then worked as a trainer for combat medics, until he received an appointment to the laboratory training program at Brooke Army Medical Center, Ft. Sam, Houston, TX. He served three years of active duty as a medical laboratory technician and then pursued his BS degree in Zoology and his Master's of Education degree, both from the University of Georgia. During this time, his work experience included positions as a laboratory technician and later a technologist, then a clinical laboratory manager and as an officer in several US Army Reserve Combat Support Hospitals, rising to the rank of Colonel. Dr. Ridley completed a Ph.D. in Health and Human Services shortly after completing a tour of duty in Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He then completed his education as a registered nurse, which allowed him to incorporate the critical clinical perspective into his role as an educator, which began in 1992, and continues today. Dr. Ridley is currently the Director of Medical Laboratory Technology at West Central Technical College in Waco, Georgia.

Review

"Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science provides an excellent overview of the operation and administration of the clinical laboratory. A description of the job functions, training, and pathways to licensing of the various professional employees in the laboratory is provided. The different departments in the laboratory are discussed, along with the types of testing that are performed, equipment used, and quality control systems."

Edition details

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1435448146
• ISBN 13: 9781435448148
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 481