Air Force AFSC · Medical
47DX Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologist
Overview
An Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologist identifies and manages diseases affecting the mouth, jaws, and face. This specialist conducts research and examinations to help diagnose and treat oral and facial conditions affecting Airmen and their families.
Core Skills
- oral and maxillofacial pathology
- histopathologic diagnosis
- laboratory case review and reporting
- biopsy interpretation
- clinical consultation with dental and medical staff
- research and data analysis
- documentation and medical-legal reporting
- quality assurance in laboratory settings
- teaching and mentoring
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP software
- Accounts receivables system software
- Anatomic pathology software
- Antek HealthWare LabDAQ
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Medical Laboratory
- Public Health
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- BLS
Career Growth
- Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (ABOMP)
Also Common
- Board Certification in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (ABOMP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
What the Work Involves
- Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities.
- Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions, using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, or molecular biology.
- Write pathology reports summarizing analyses, results, and conclusions.
- Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians.
- Identify the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological change, and clinical significance of diseases.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Cardiologists
- Radiologists
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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