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Pathologist

OSCA 264935·ANZSCO 253915

Employed

1,800

Part-time share

33.7%

Female share

63%

Median age

44 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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About this career

Identifies the cause and processes of disease and illness by examining changes in body tissue and in blood and other body fluids, and conducts tests on samples of tissues, blood and body secretions.

What they typically do

  • Analyses specimens of tissues, blood and other body fluids to diagnose diseases and conditions, and advises on treatment options
  • Collaborates with other Health Professionals to interpret test results and develop treatment plans, and monitors patient progress
  • Performs autopsies to determine the cause of death and provide information for legal and medical purposes
  • Advises clinicians on appropriate tests for the investigation of clinical problems, and provides clinical guidance to other Health Professionals

Where they work

Health Care and Social Assistance

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
39.1%
VIC
23.7%
QLD
18.6%
WA
8.2%
SA
5.7%
ACT
2.2%
TAS
2%
NT
0.5%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Pathologist.

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.