Pathologist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Board Certified Forensic Pathologist

  • Montgomery County (PA)
  • Eagleville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Eagleville, PA
  • 2 days ago

Must be a pathologist board certified by the American Board of Pathology in anatomic, and forensic pathology....

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Assistant Professor-Academic Clinician-Neuropathologist, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Div...

  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 days ago

Board Certification/Eligibility in Neuropathology and Anatomic Pathology are Required along with eligibility for unrestricted medical license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania....

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Molecular Genomic Pathologist

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 11 days ago

University of Pittsburgh Physicians seeks Molecular Genomic Pathologists (Multiple openings) in Pittsburgh, PA to p erform comprehensive molecular diagnostic testing including genomic profiling, biomarker...

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MOLECULAR GENOMIC PATHOLOGISTS (Multiple openings)

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago

M.D., D.O., or equivalent, must have completed residency training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology; must have completed fellowship training in Molecular Genetic or Genomic Pathology; Must be Board...

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Academic Surgical Pathologist with Thoracic and/or Bone and Soft Tissue Subspecialty [TJU]

  • Jefferson
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 13 days ago

The successful candidate will be expected to be a member of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University teaching faculty, and time will be allocated to pursue the intradepartmental...

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Assistant Professor-Clinician Educator-Academic Neuropathologist-Division of Neuropathology

  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 15 days ago

American Board of Pathology certification is required in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology....

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Practice as a Pathologist at UPMC in Altoona, PA

  • UPMC
  • Altoona, PA
  • 29 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 29 days ago

pathology....

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Anatomic Pathologist Neuropathology - Assistant/Associate Professor Level

  • Jefferson
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Also, candidates must be board certified or board-eligible in Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology through the American Board of Pathology....

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Assistant Professor-Academic Clinician Track-Dermatopathologist/Surgical Pathologist-Pathology

  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Board Certification/Eligibility in Dermatopathology and/or Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic/Clinical Pathology and an unrestricted medical license/eligibility in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required...

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Pediatric Pathologist

  • Wvumedicine
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 45+ days ago

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

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Pathologist

  • Excela Health
  • Butler, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Butler, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications • Board certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology • Qualified to obtain an unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania....

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Academic Surgical Pathologist

  • Jefferson
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 60+ days ago

The successful candidate will be expected to be a member of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University teaching faculty, and time will be allocated to pursue the in-departmental...

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GI/Liver Pathologist

  • Geisinger
  • Danville, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Danville, PA
  • 60+ days ago

frozen section coverage, shared with >12 pathologists at this location Potential opportunities for leadership positions within the laboratory Teaching responsibilities include medical students, residents...

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Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Pathologist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

$306,030


Highest Education Level

Pathologists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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%