Pathologist Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Surgical Pathologist - Anatomic Pathology

  • Tufts Physician Organization
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 hour ago

The department is committed to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation, and maintains strong collaborations across Tufts Medicine....

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Breast Pathologist

  • Sonic Healthcare USA, Inc.
  • Fall River, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fall River, MA
  • 5 days ago

University Pathologists is a growing, multi-specialty, multi-state professional group of 18 pathologists, providing Anatomic and Clinical Pathology to multiple hospitals, surgery centers and outpatient...

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Surgical Pathologist - PRN

  • Sonic Healthcare USA
  • Fall River, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fall River, MA
  • 13 days ago

University Pathologists is a growing, multi-specialty, multi-state professional group of 18 pathologists, providing Anatomic and Clinical Pathology to multiple hospitals, surgery centers and outpatient...

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General Surgical Pathologist

  • Quest Diagnostics
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 13 days ago

Our practice includes outpatient biopsies from various settings including GYN, GI, GU, ENT/Head & Neck. Pathologists with interest or experience with Digital pathology are encouraged to apply....

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Neuropathologist

  • HMFP at BIDMC, Inc.
  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England, dedicated to excellence and innovation in patient care...

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Neuropathologist needed

  • VA Boston (Jamaica Plain) **Student loan forgiveness**
  • Jamaica Plain, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Jamaica Plain, MA
  • 15 days ago

care experiences....

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Breast Pathologist

  • K.A. Recruiting
  • Dartmouth, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA
  • 17 days ago

Surgical Pathologist with Breast and Gynecological Pathology Experience We are seeking a Surgical Pathologist with specialized experience in Breast and Gynecological pathology to join our dynamic multi-specialty...

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Physician - Neuropathologist

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Jamaica Plain, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Jamaica Plain, MA
  • 20 days ago

care experiences....

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Seeking a full-time BC/BE Surgical Pathologist to join a dynamic and collaborative team northeast of Boston!...

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Clinical Pathologist

  • Beth Israel Lahey Hospital
  • Burlington, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Board eligibility in Clinical Pathology with certification within one year is necessary. Diversification to other interests in laboratory services may be possible....

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Pathologist - AP/CP

  • Lawrence General Hospital
  • Methuen, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Methuen, MA
  • 30+ days ago

This role requires expertise in both anatomical and clinical pathology, with a commitment to quality patient care, collaboration, and continuous improvement....

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Board Certified Staff Pathologist

  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Bedford, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 30+ days ago

who is Board Certified in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology, and Cytopathology....

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Pathologist - PRN

  • Sonic Healthcare USA
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 30+ days ago

University Pathologists is a growing, multi-specialty, multi-state professional group of 18 pathologists, providing Anatomic and Clinical Pathology to multiple hospitals, surgery centers and outpatient...

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Pathologist - PRN

  • Sonic Healthcare
  • Fall River, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fall River, MA
  • 30+ days ago

University Pathologists is a growing, multi-specialty, multi-state professional group of 18 pathologists, providing Anatomic and Clinical Pathology to multiple hospitals, surgery centers and outpatient...

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Academic Anatomic Pathologist

  • UMass Memorial Health Care
  • Worcester, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 45+ days ago

About the Role The successful candidate will provide high-quality anatomic pathology services across a broad spectrum of subspecialties while supporting patient care, education, and quality initiatives...

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Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Pathologist Jobs in Massachusetts

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

$292,160


Highest Education Level

Pathologists in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
70.9%
Master's Degree
12.0%
Bachelor's Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
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 in Massachusetts
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%