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Pathologist Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Pathologist job title

A great job title typically includes a general term, level of experience and any special requirements. The general term will optimize your job title to show up in a general search for jobs of the same nature. The level of experience will help you attract the most qualified applicants by outlining the amount of responsibility and prior knowledge required. And if your position is specialized, consider including the specialization in the job title as well. But avoid using internal titles, abbreviations or acronyms to make sure people understand what your job posting is before clicking.

  • Pathologist
  • Pathologist (5+ Years’ Experience)
  • Surgical Pathologist
  • Clinical Pathologist
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Pathologist Job Description Examples:

Example 1

About us

Connect2Communicate - Speech & Language Services is a private speech and language clinic, in Bowmanville, ON. We are professional, but have fun, and love what we do. Our goal is to support our clients and their families to reach their personal and communication goals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Complete speech, language and communication assessments with clients presenting with a range of communication profiles
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients
  • Provide direct therapy sessions to target a range of speech, language and communication skills
  • Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Follow evidence-based approaches to assessment and treatment
  • Collaborate with other (related) healthcare professionals, educators, and parents to provide comprehensive care
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress and treatment plans
  • Supervise supportive personnel (i.e. Communicative Disorders Assistant(s))

    Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

    Requirements:

  • Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology, required
  • Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (Caslpo), required
  • Previous clinical experience working with children, with various exceptionalities, is an asset
  • Previous experience working with Autistic children, specifically, is an asset
  • Previous experience using various forms of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), is an asset
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Commitment to self-directed/life long learning and evidence based practice
  • Flexibility and ability to prioritize and to deal with changes in tasks with short notice

    Salary:

  • Variety of competitive pay packages negotiable, including salary, contract pay and/or hybrid of both options

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: From $82,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay
  • Commission pay



    Education:
  • Master's Degree (required)

    Ability to Commute:
  • Bowmanville, ON L1C 1P5 Location: In person

    • Example 2

    The Speech Associates is providing IN HOME sessions for our clients in the community! We love working with the paediatric population and molding the minds of tomorrow! We are providing speech therapy services to children of all age groups. We see children with a variety of speech and language goals including articulation goals, motor speech, language, social pragmatics and literacy. We're passionate about working with children with different diagnoses, like ASD, ADD, GDD, etc. We are proud of our growing team of speech language pathologists and communicative disorders assistants.


    Position(s) Available:

    � Both Part time and full time speech language pathologist positions available - Clients the are referred to you that are close to where you live! - maximum 30 mins, 10-15 mins drive between clients.

    We are looking for a candidate with:

    � Master�s degree in Speech - Language Pathology

    � Registration with Caslpo or eligibility to register with Caslpo

    � Ability to work cooperatively with clients their families

    � Interest and experience working with the paediatric population, including children on the spectrum

    � Excellent ability to conduct both formal and informal Speech-Language assessments.

    � Excellent ability to provide play based therapy

    � Access to a vehicle.

    � Outstanding communication skills and problem-solving skills.

    � Some experience with virtual therapy

    We provide you:

    � Membership to educational websites and access to an entirely online database of materials

    � Formal assessment tools (GFTA, CELF, SPAT-D, PPVT, EVT, TNL, etc.)

    � Access to Alayacare's online database

    � New graduates looking for mentorship are welcome!

    � Supportive, responsive and hardworking staff and admin.

    � competitive compensation

    � Opportunities to be a Clinical Educator with the University of Toronto SLP Program

    � flexible schedule

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Salary: $80.00-$100.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Potentially Work from home

    Education:
  • Master's Degree (preferred)

    Work Remotely
  • Sometimes

    Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
    Part-time hours: 10-30 per week

    Salary: $80.00-$100.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required

    COVID-19 considerations:
    sanitization protocols in place, COVID Screeners, COVID Safety Consent Forms.



    Application question(s):
  • Are you registered with Caslpo?
  • what is your favourite population to work with?

    Education:
  • Master's Degree (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Speech-Language Pathologists: 1 year Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Move and Talk Therapyis a group of dedicated healthcare professionals, who provide family-centered intervention. We provide individualized treatment programs for each of our clients. We are currently looking a part-time (or full-time) Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team!

    Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

    The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide assessments, consultations, and direct therapy to individuals within the Halton and Peel Regions. The SLP will schedule hours of work based on client convenience and will need to be able to drive to various locations including homes, day cares, offices, and clinics.

    Role
  • Provides assessments and intervention to children with a variety of communication needs
  • Uses current best-practice and evidence-based approaches to assessment and treatment
  • Maintains complete and accurate records

    Qualifications
  • Master�s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
  • Current registration, and in good standing, or eligible for registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (Caslpo)

    If you are looking for a positive, energetic, and collaborative work environment, then we want to hear from you.

    Job Type: Part-time, Full-Time, Casual.

    Job Types: Part-time, Full-time, Casual

    Salary: $50.00-$120.00 per hour

    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required

    Education:
  • Master's Degree Location: One location

    • Example 4

    Independent Contractor Position: Speech-Language Pathologist

    Key to Speech is a growing private practice in the heart of Orl�ans offering multidisciplinary services, including speech-language pathology and tutoring services to children and adults for a variety of communication needs. Key to Speech is looking for a bilingual (French and English) independent Speech-Language Pathologist. We currently have a contract available for part-time or full-time work. We are looking for a creative and dedicated professional to join our passionate team. Flexible hours with lots of potential for growth. In-person therapy and/or telepractice work options available.

    The ideal candidate will have access to:
  • Newly constructed office in Orl�ans (5 therapy rooms, waiting area, kitchenette, reception, etc.)
  • Large sized therapy rooms with large windows
  • A variety of assessment and therapy tools in both French and English
  • A team of supportive Speech-Language Pathologists, tutor and CDA
  • A very flexible schedule and competitive remuneration with room for growth
  • COVID-19 related cleaning products
  • Reception staff

    Responsibilities:
  • Provide assessment and treatment to children and adults with various communication disorders and speech challenges, including for not limited to: speech, language, fluency, social communication, reading and writing, motor-speech disorders etc.
  • Communicate and collaborate with parents, as well as with CHEO/LHIN SLPs, teachers, doctors and other health professionals as indicated
  • Supervision and collaboration with CDAs (Communicative Disorders Assistants)
  • Provide education and support to clients and their families
  • Provide timely documentation of therapy sessions, evaluation reports, progress reports and all other documentation
  • Uphold the highest standards and ethics prescribed by Caslpo
  • Value the clinic's streamlined internal communication and workflow
  • Provide evidence-based practice and client-centered care to clients
  • Team collaborator

    Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology (new graduates welcomed)
  • Member in good standing with Caslpo
  • Professional liability insurance coverage of at least $2,000,000.00 per claim as per Caslpo by-laws
  • Able to work independently, organized, highly-motivated, detail-oriented
  • Excellent time management and organization skills to manage a frequently changing caseload
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexibility
  • Fluent in English AND French (other languages considered an asset)
  • Background check

    Job Type:
  • Independent Contract (Part-time or Full-time hours available)

    Start Date:
  • Effective immediately

    Job Location:
  • Key to Speech Unit 304 - 4473 Innes Road [website]

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
    Part-time hours: 10-40 per week

    Salary: $30,000.00-$99,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking
  • Work from home
    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Up to date COVID-19 protocols in place and followed by the Key to Speech team.

    Education:
  • Master's Degree (required)

    Language:
  • French and English Membership (required)

    • Example 5

    Virtual SLP - CDA Supervisor

    The Speech Associates is providing both Virtual and IN HOME sessions for our clients in the community! We love working with the paediatric population and molding the minds of tomorrow! We are providing speech therapy services to children of all age groups. We see children with a variety of speech and language goals including articulation goals, motor speech, language, social pragmatics and literacy. We're passionate about working with children with different diagnoses, like ASD, ADD, GDD, etc. We are proud of our growing team of speech language pathologists and communicative disorders assistants.

    Position(s) Available:

    � Both Part time and full time speech language pathologist positions available - Clients the are referred to you that are close to where you live! - maximum 30 mins, 10-15 mins drive between clients.

    We are looking for a candidate with:

    � Master�s degree in Speech - Language Pathology

    � Registration with Caslpo or eligibility to register with Caslpo

    � Ability to work cooperatively with clients their families

    � Interest and experience working with the paediatric population, including children on the spectrum

    � Excellent ability to conduct both formal and informal Speech-Language assessments.

    � Excellent ability to provide play based therapy

    � Access to a vehicle.

    � Outstanding communication skills and problem-solving skills.

    � Some experience with virtual therapy

    We provide you:

    � Membership to educational websites and access to an entirely online database of materials

    � Formal assessment tools (GFTA, CELF, SPAT-D, PPVT, EVT, TNL, etc.)

    � Access to Alayacare's online database

    � New graduates looking for mentorship are welcome!

    � Supportive, responsive and hardworking staff and admin.

    � competitive compensation

    � Opportunities to be a Clinical Educator with the University of Toronto SLP Program

    � flexible schedule

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Salary: $80.00-$100.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Work from home

    Education:
  • Master's Degree (preferred)

    Work Remotely
  • Yes

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Salary: $80.00-$100.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule

    COVID-19 considerations:
    sanitization protocols in place, COVID Screeners, COVID Safety Consent Forms.

    Application question(s):
  • Are you registered with Caslpo?
  • what is your favourite population to work with?

    Education:
  • Master's Degree Pathologists: 1 year (preferred)

    • Pathologist job summary

    A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.

    Example of a Pathologist job summary

    Our hospital is seeking an experienced Pathologist who can become part of a team that is focused on learning more about disease transmission. The Pathologist will be responsible for analyzing laboratory data and conducting research that adds critical detail to previous clinical studies to help bring us closer to identifying the sources of several diseases. The ideal candidate for this position will have a background and strong interest in the study of autoimmune diseases such as type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis.

    Pathologist responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and who the job reports to.

    • Work directly with imaging scientists to create analysis algorithms that drive 3D modeling based on various laboratory sample results
    • Combine data from several different sources, including genomic data sets, into a single observational study
    • Work with other team members to translate biomarker evaluations into useful clinical data
    • Conduct ongoing analysis of clinical data to increase confidence throughout the study in the results being achieved
    • Lead a segment of the team on identifying the proteins and other tissue elements required to lead to cures for certain diseases

    Pathologist qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • MD required
    • 3+ years’ experience in clinical medical research
    • Ability to utilize ISH Target Expression and other biomarker evaluations
    • Strong teamwork skills required
    • CAP-ACP registration required
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