How much does a Pathology Assistant make in the United States? The average Pathology Assistant salary in the United States is $93,723 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $63,523 and $112,720. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Pathology Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pathology Assistant Salary $43,561 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Pathology Assistant Salary $63,523 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Pathology Assistant Salary $93,723 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Pathology Assistant Salary $112,720 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Pathology Assistant Salary $130,016 US February 26, 2024
25% $63,523 10% $43,561 90% $130,016 75% $112,720 $93,723 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Teamwork: Teamwork is a skill consist of interrelated abilities that let you work effectively in an organized group. Teamwork skills are vital to employers, as teams are a basic organizational unit within many companies.

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Audiology: Audiology is the study of hearing - as the inner ear is also required for balance, this is also included in the study. In medical terms it is the branch of science dedicated to the study of hearing, balance and their associated disorders.

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Diversity and Inclusion: Developing and promoting acquaintance, empowerment, and integration of each unique individual to create a productive and safe working environment.

Teamwork 3.9%
Audiology 1.95%
Diversity and Inclusion 0.89%
Others 93.26%

Job Description for Pathology Assistant

Pathology Assistant under the supervision of a pathologist assists with preparing and dissecting surgical specimens. Prepares and selects tissue samples for analysis. Being a Pathology Assistant may record findings or sterilize equipment. Requires a bachelor's/master's degree from an accredited program. Additionally, Pathology Assistant may require certification as a pathologist assistant. Typically reports to a pathologist. To be a Pathology Assistant typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Pathology Assistant salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Pathology Assistant, the highest Pathology Assistant salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Pathology Assistant salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Pathology Assistant salary is in Miami, FL, where the Pathology Assistant salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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