Episode 213
Episode 211: Jennifer Hudson and Ashley Olson - Beyond Certification: The Case For Licensure Of Pathologists’ Assistants
July 28, 202547m 58s
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Show Notes
Today my guests are pathologists' assistants Jennifer Hudson and Ashley Olson from the AAPA Legislative Subcommittee.
What we discuss with Ashley and Jennifer:
- The difference between licensure vs. certification
- The necessity of licensure for Pathologist Assistants
- How licensure ensures competence and patient safety
- Distinguishing PAs from other lab roles
- Benefits of licensure for patients
- Addressing misconceptions about licensure
- Traveling PAs and licensure
- Steps for states considering licensure
- Resources and involvement for PAs
- Recent publications and webinars on licensure
Links for this episode:
Pathologists' Assistant Shadowing Network
American Association of Pathologists' Assistants
Grossing Technician Duties and Responsibilities - AAPA Position Statement
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