Rockhampton

Pathology Assistant

A Pathology Assistant conducts a range of tests in a medical laboratory. You might prepare samples for testing, perform tests and write reports on results. Pathology Assistants may test bodily fluids or tissues and you might use various types of specialist equipment. You might work in a pathology laboratory, at a hospital or at another type of testing facility.

Pathology Assistants should be able to follow instructions closely and use correct procedures. It’s important that you have good attention to detail and can manage your time well. Pathology Assistants should be able to work independently but also be part of a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $54,912
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a pathology assistant?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Online
4 - 12 months
$2,496 - $6,501
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT33021

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT43021

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT47715

Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting

Online, Traineeship
24 months
$0 - $11,760
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT37415

Certificate III in Pathology Assistance

Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $5,085
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLTPAT002

Perform Venous Blood Collections

Traineeship
1 - 4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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