Average Salary for Jobs with Medical Specialty: Pathology Skills

Collects and prepares biological specimens for cytogenetic analyses from various human tissues, such as blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, and/or solid tissue. Examines and analyzes chromosomes to aid in the study, diagnosis, or treatment of genetic diseases. Responsible for harvesting cells, image analysis, and reporting results. Requires a bachelor's degree. Requires certification as a Clinical... View job details

Examines and analyzes slides of human cells under a microscope to check for abnormalities and/or pathological conditions. Receives and prepares specimens for analysis. Detects abnormalities and documents findings to the pathologist for a final diagnosis and report. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires ASCP certification. Typically reports to a manager. Years of experience may be unspec... View job details

Performs complex histological procedures used to prepare specimens of tissue for examination and analysis by a Pathologist. Performs grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, and both routine and multiple staining of samples. Performs quality control on completed slides. Identifies problems that may affect diagnosis and results. Records observations from tests. Documents maintenance of instrumen... View job details

Performs diagnostic testing on patient samples to aid physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states. Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Requires a bachelor's degree and must be a certified medical technologist. Typically reports to a manager or supervisor. Years of ... View job details

Performs a variety of blood tests, studies morphology of blood constituents and performs various coagulation tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Conducts technical procedures related to the counting and identification of blood cells and other specialized hematologic tests. Verifies accuracy of findings, identifies test inconsistencies, and takes appropriate action to make corre... View job details