Pathologist responsibilities include:

• Suggesting potential treatment options based on research and tests. 
• Writing pathology reports detailing specimens tested, results of tests and the final diagnosis. 
• Undertaking research to improve identification and testing methods and finding innovative ways to treat disease.
• Performs research and lab tests to diagnose diseases and find treatments.
• Tests and analyzes medical specimens and writes pathology reports.
• Uses checklists, pathology software, and retesting to get accurate results.
• Helps doctors diagnose patients and develop effective treatment plans.
• Contributes to pathology journals and stays up to date on research.
• Follows the organization’s policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Adheres to all medical laws and regulations and pathology protocols and guidelines