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Entry-Level Expectations for Pathologists' Assistants.

Kerwin M Kolheffer¹, Ismail E L Moudden²

¹Pathologists' Assistant Program, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, USA.

American Journal of Clinical Pathology

|June 27, 2022

Summary

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Entry-level pathologists' assistants (PathAs) are expected to perform some tasks independently, with developing proficiency in most areas. A few activities are not considered PathA responsibilities.

Keywords:

Clinical education Entrustable professional activities Entry level Pathologists’ assistant

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Pathology Practice

Background:

The role of pathologists' assistants (PathAs) is crucial in pathology departments.
Understanding employer expectations for entry-level PathAs is essential for training and professional development.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate marketplace performance expectations for entry-level pathologists' assistants (PathAs).
To define the scope of practice and expected proficiency levels for recent PathA graduates.

Main Methods:

Anonymous surveys were emailed to members of the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
98 professional activities were assessed using a 5-point scale of trust-based expectations.
Data included responses from 280 pathologists and 448 PathAs.

Main Results:

20 of 98 activities were expected for independent performance by entry-level PathAs.
48 of 98 activities were categorized under developing independence.
5 of 98 activities were identified as not expected of PathAs, with 25 indeterminate.

Conclusions:

Entry-level PathAs are expected to be proficient in core activities upon hiring.
Most professional activities require developing independence post-graduation.
PathAs are considered "works in progress" with ongoing skill development expectations.