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MASCO Code
2134-05
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Pathologist researches, examines, and tests human or animal specimens, including tissue, blood, and bodily fluids, to diagnose and guide the treatment of diseases. They specialise in areas such as histopathology, neuropathology, surgical, clinical, or forensic pathology, using microscopic analysis and laboratory testing to detect abnormalities, infections, cancers, and neurological or degenerative disorders. Their work supports medical practitioners by providing accurate diagnostic information critical for patient care, treatment planning, and, where relevant, legal investigations.
Tasks
Analyse human or animal body fluids, tissues, biopsies, and other biological specimens using laboratory tests and diagnostic equipment.
Examine and interpret microscopic, histological, molecular, and other diagnostic findings, including histology, immunohistochemistry, and toxicology where relevant, to detect abnormalities and diagnose diseases.
Review and oversee the preparation, processing, and staining of tissue specimens and slides for laboratory and microscopic examination.
Prepare and issue detailed pathology reports with diagnostic conclusions and recommendations.
Collaborate with clinicians and multidisciplinary medical teams to correlate pathological findings with patient conditions and guide treatment decisions.
Ensure quality control, laboratory safety, and compliance with established standards and protocols.
Conduct autopsies and post-mortem examinations to determine causes of disease or death when required.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, case documentation, and medico-legal evidence where relevant.
Participate in medical research and continuing professional development to improve diagnostic techniques and disease understanding.
Skills
Basic
Active listening and reading comprehension to understand medical information, patient history, and case details.
Analytical and critical thinking to assess complex medical information and diagnose conditions.
Attention to detail for accurate examination and interpretation of samples and results.
Effective communication and report writing to convey findings clearly to medical teams and stakeholders.
Teamwork and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Specific
Ability to contribute to research on diagnostic methods and disease processes.
Ability to correlate pathological findings with clinical information and prepare diagnostic case reports.
Ability to interpret clinical, neurological, and forensic pathological findings to support diagnosis.
Ability to perform microscopic examination and analysis of tissue and cell samples.
Competency in quality management and compliance with safety, ethical, and regulatory standards.
Knowledge in toxicology for clinical and forensic pathology investigations where relevant.
Proficiency in histopathology techniques.
Proficiency in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and pathology reporting systems.
Proficiency in molecular pathology and immunohistochemistry for disease detection.
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QUALIFICATION
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
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