Skills in Demand visa subclass 482
A temporary employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an approved DAMA employer and applicable labour agreement arrangements.
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DAMA OCCUPATION OVERVIEW
Pathologist
ANZSCO 253915
Pathologist (ANZSCO 253915) is available under selected DAMA arrangements. Participating regions, occupation conditions, concessions and employer-sponsored visa pathways may vary between DAMAs. Review the current regions and requirements below.
Occupation guide
Occupation details and duties
Pathologist identifies the cause and processes of disease and illness by examining changes in body tissue and in blood and other body fluids, and conducts tests on samples of tissues, blood and body secretions. Registration or licensing is required.
Typical tasks and duties
Pathologist may perform the following tasks:
- study the nature, cause, development and clinical management of diseases in people, and the structural and functional changes caused by them
- prepare, or supervise the preparation of, tissue sections from surgical and diagnostic cases and autopsies
- examine bodily fluids and tissues for the presence and measurement of chemical substances, microbiological organisms (such as HIV and Hepatitis C), and chemical and other biological responses to disease processes
- examine tissues using scientific techniques and equipment to determine the nature, cause and progression of disease
- perform autopsies to determine causes of death, the nature and extent of disease and injury, and the effect of treatment
- supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and technicians
- write reports of findings for use by other medical practitioners and coroners
- direct the activities of pathology departments in hospitals, private clinics or laboratories, or other locations.
Employer-sponsored pathways
Possible DAMA pathways
Availability depends on the relevant DAMA agreement, occupation conditions, concessions, employer endorsement, nomination requirements and the applicant’s circumstances.
Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186
A permanent employer-sponsored pathway that may be available where the relevant DAMA agreement and nomination requirements permit it.
Learn moreSkilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa subclass 494
A provisional regional employer-sponsored pathway that may be available through an endorsed employer in a participating DAMA region.
Learn moreDAMA availability
Occupation available in 2 DAMA regions
Pathologist is recorded as available in the DAMA regions listed below. Open a region card to review the relevant regional DAMA information.
Important notes
- Inclusion on a DAMA occupation list does not guarantee employer sponsorship, endorsement, nomination or visa eligibility.
- Occupation conditions, concessions and visa pathways vary between DAMAs and may change over time.
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Reviewed by Principal Migration Consultant
Reviewed by Mohammad Reza Azimi
This occupation page has been reviewed for migration context by Shada Migration Services. Mohammad has assisted clients with Australian migration matters since 2009 and holds a Graduate Certificate in Migration Law from the Australian National University.
Last reviewed: July 2026
