Army
MEDICAL

MOS

61U

Pathologist

Description

Army Pathologists lead medical labs and perform clinical and anatomical pathology to diagnose disease and guide treatment. They manage lab operations, quality control, and medical staff, applying advanced diagnostic, analytical, and leadership skills.

Core Skills

  • laboratory information systems usage
  • clinical and anatomic pathology data interpretation
  • quality assurance and quality control management
  • laboratory workflow optimization
  • regulatory compliance and documentation
  • data analysis and reporting
  • policy and procedure development
  • team leadership and training
  • interdisciplinary communication
  • root cause analysis and corrective actions

Common Certifications

  • American Board of Pathology (ABPath) Board Certification
  • State Medical License
  • Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Compliance Training
  • HIPAA Compliance Training
  • Joint Commission Standards Training

Civilian Career Paths

  • MEDICAL LABORATORY
  • PUBLIC HEALTH
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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