Pathologist Jobs

A Pathologist is a vital member of the healthcare industry who specializes in diagnosing and studying the causes and effects of diseases. They interpret laboratory results and perform autopsies to determine the cause of death, contributing significantly in the medical field. Pathologists play a crucial role in research, advancing medicine by identifying new diseases and studying how they spread and progress. They guide clinicians in patient care by providing accurate and timely diagnoses of conditions, which are essential in formulating effective treatment plans. Pathologists often collaborate with other medical practitioners, providing crucial insights into patient care.

Important skills for a Pathologist include strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and robust analytical skills. They should also have strong communication and collaboration skills, as they frequently work in teams and liaise with other healthcare professionals. Pathologists must be licensed to practice medicine and should have specialized training in pathology. Most pathologists are board certified, which requires passing a stringent examination. Before becoming a Pathologist, one might serve as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, where they gain significant experience in laboratory procedures and diagnostics.

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A facility is seeking a pathologist for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Texas. The position is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with call coverage every 2 to 3 days....

Dates Needed: July - Ongoing Case Load/PPD: 100 blocks per day Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Inpatient; Outpatient Assignment Duration: Locums Call Required: No Board Certification Required...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Fresno, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 11 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist Clovis, CA NeuroRestorative facility located on Clovis Ave....

Surgical Pathologist's Assistant

  • Arcadia, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Arcadia, CA
  • 13 hours ago

The Surgical Pathologist's Assistant will report directly to the Pathologists' Assistant Manager....

Surgical Pathologist

  • Toledo, OH
  • 5 hours ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 5 hours ago

Consultants in Laboratory Medicine of Greater Toledo is a collaborative group of pathologists with diverse areas of expertise and levels of experience....

Pathologist - Cytopathologist

  • Greenville, SC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 5 hours ago

This full-time role offers the opportunity to focus on high-quality cytopathology sign-out within a subspecialty-driven environment, while collaborating closely with other expert pathologists across...

Anatomic/Clinical Pathologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Kentucky

  • Bradfordsville, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bradfordsville, KY
  • 6 hours ago

About the facility A clinic is seeking an anatomic/clinical pathologist for locum tenens coverage. About the facility location The facility is located in Kentucky....

We are seeking a skilled Forensic Pathologist for a locum tenens position at a clinic in South Carolina....

UNIV - General Surgical Pathologist - Department of Pathology and Laboratory

  • Charleston, SC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 19 hours ago

care Ability to instruct medical students, participate in the training of pathology residents and surgical pathology fellows, and actively participate in the academic mission of the Hollings Cancer...

About the facility A facility is seeking a pathologist for locum tenens coverage. About the facility location The facility is located in Texas....

Pathologist Opportunity

  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago

Saint Agnes Medical Providers (SAMP) and Saint Agnes Medical Center (SAMC) is seeking a full time AP/CP board-certified Pathologist, with GYN Pathology subspecialty training preferred but not required...

Position Key Accountabilities: Developing and sustaining an environment in the patient care units that supports excellence and innovation in clinical practice and patient care through assessing, planning...

Surgical Pathologist

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago

In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows There is tremendous potential for candidates...

Gastrointestinal Pathologist

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Northwell Health is New York States largest health care provider and private employer, with 21 hospitals, 850+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians....

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Salary for Pathologist Jobs Nationwide

This is the average annual salary for Pathologist jobs nationwide as reported by the BLS.

$266,020


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pathologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Pathologists offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
71.1%
Master's Degree
12.2%
Bachelor's Degree
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.1%
High School or GED
1.5%
Associate's Degree
0.7%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pathologists
4-6 years
47.0%
None
17.5%
1-2 years
15.2%
2-4 years
7.3%
10+ years
6.9%
6-8 years
5.2%
8-10 years
1.0%