What is an associate pathologist and how to become one

Key steps to become an associate pathologist

1. Explore associate pathologist education requirements

   Most common associate pathologist degrees

   Doctorate

   35.0 %

   Bachelor's

   35.0 %

   Certificate

   15.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific associate pathologist skills

   Skills	Percentages
   GI	80.58%
   Laboratory Services	19.42%

3. Complete relevant associate pathologist training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New associate pathologists learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an associate pathologist based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real associate pathologist resumes.

4. Research associate pathologist duties and responsibilities

   • Supervise and manage pathology, microbiology and biochemistry laboratory.
   • Assist histology and necropsy laboratories attending client's needs by investigating and establishing new techniques and improving current ones.
   • Observe therapy services provide by speech language therapist, occupational and physical therapist.

5. Apply for associate pathologist jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an associate pathologist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams