Explore Pathologist Jobs

Pathologists are physicians who diagnose disease by examining tissue, blood, and other samples, and by interpreting laboratory results. Their expertise helps guide treatment decisions, assess disease progression, and support patient care across specialties. Explore vetted pathologist job opportunities on Ladders, including roles at hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, academic medical centers, and healthcare organizations. Ladders focuses on professional positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Pathologists Do

Pathologist responsibilities vary by specialty and workplace. They may review biopsies and surgical specimens, interpret blood and microbiology tests, perform autopsies, consult with other physicians, oversee laboratory quality, and contribute to research or education. Some pathologists work directly with clinical teams, while others focus on laboratory medicine, diagnostics, or specialized areas such as forensic or molecular pathology.

Pathologist Skills and Qualifications

Pathologist roles generally require a medical degree, completion of residency training in pathology, and applicable state licensure. Many positions require board certification or eligibility, and subspecialty fellowships may be preferred for focused roles. Employers also value sound diagnostic judgment, attention to detail, clear communication, collaboration, and familiarity with laboratory systems and quality standards.

Pathologist Career Opportunities

Career options include anatomical, clinical, forensic, pediatric, molecular, and hematopathology, as well as laboratory medical director and academic positions. Job requirements, schedules, and compensation depend on specialty, location, experience, and employer. Review each listing for details about qualifications, responsibilities, and the compensation range.

Find Pathologist Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted pathologist openings and related physician opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use filters to narrow results by location, seniority, specialty, and work arrangement, then compare roles that align with your clinical expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $100K *

Innovate within a dynamic pathology team, providing expertise in slide interpretation and report writing. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure high-quality, timely services while engaging with cli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining surgical pathology services, leading clinical initiatives, and ensuring top-tier patient care. This role offers a chance to influence healthcare practices while overseein...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Drive clinical excellence by leading surgical pathology services, ensuring compliance, and enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Oversee operations, manage staff, and implement innovative technologies to opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Elevate patient care by leading surgical pathology services, ensuring compliance, and managing quality assurance while overseeing laboratory operations and staff to enhance diagnostic accuracy and eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as a General Surgical Pathologist, overseeing daily case evaluations and participating in Tumor Board discussions. Collaborate with on-site PA support in a thriving practice focuse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$380K - $400K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing laboratory excellence by overseeing anatomic pathology and ensuring high-quality diagnostic services while fostering a safe and efficient laboratory environme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to diagnosing diseases through advanced pathology techniques. Utilize your expertise in tissue analysis and collaborate with specialists to improve patient care and contri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$240K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining surgical pathology leadership by overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing diagnostic accuracy while managing complex cases and fostering collaboration be...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Lead the charge in enhancing surgical pathology services through strategic oversight, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance, while managing laboratory operations and fostering collaboration bet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $430K *

Lead the charge in providing clinical and operational leadership for Transfusion Services, enhancing laboratory quality and educational initiatives while promoting research and collaboration across de...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$240K - $430K *

Lead the charge in providing clinical and operational excellence for Transfusion Services while fostering education and innovation within a collaborative medical environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$210K - $250K *

Oversee the Department of Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Services, ensuring high-quality patient care through effective leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with medical staff while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $170K *

Manage and oversee anatomic pathology operations, ensuring quality specimen processing, training staff, and leading quality improvement initiatives while maintaining accreditation readiness and optimi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Drive high-quality patient care by providing expert diagnostic and laboratory services in pathology. Engage in surgical, cytopathology, and clinical pathology, ensuring compliance and quality assuranc...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $220K *

Join a leading academic health system as a Clinical Pathologist, providing expert clinical services, teaching, and engaging in collaborative research to enhance laboratory operations and patient care...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$210K - $250K *

Lead the Department of Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Services, overseeing operations, ensuring quality, and fostering collaboration with medical staff. Drive excellence in patient care while manag...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $168K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing pathology services through expert gross examination and dissection of specimens. Collaborate with pathologists and residents while ensuring compliance and qua...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $168K *

Unlock your potential as a Pathologists' Assistant, providing essential support in gross examination, specimen dissection, and training within a dynamic pathology environment. Collaborate with patholo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $168K *

Transform the field of pathology by providing expert assistance in specimen examination, dissection, and preparation for diagnostic testing. Collaborate with pathologists and residents to enhance educ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join our team as a Pathologist, contributing to high-quality clinical services, teaching future professionals, and engaging in impactful research that enhances patient care in a dynamic healthcare env...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team in the Diagnostics Service, providing essential laboratory support for anatomical and clinical diagnostics. Engage in quality assurance, specimen analysis, and emergency consultati...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$300K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role in pathology, interpreting surgical and cytology specimens while engaging in tumor board discussions and medical directorship. Enjoy a supportive environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $245K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing transformative medicines through expertise in toxicologic pathology, overseeing studies, and contributing to innovative digital pathology advancements...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $300K *

Lead the charge in advancing pathology services as a chief and director, overseeing a dynamic team and ensuring high-quality patient care in a prominent community hospital setting. Drive innovation an...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$226K - $291K *

Deliver specialized medical expertise in determining causes of deaths under medical examiner jurisdiction, investigating violent or suspicious cases, and collaborating with families and agencies to en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a pathologist do?question toggle

    A pathologist diagnoses and studies disease by examining tissue, blood, and other specimens and interpreting laboratory findings. Pathologists provide information that helps clinicians make treatment and care decisions.

  • What qualifications are typically required for pathologist jobs?question toggle

    Most pathologist positions require a medical degree, pathology residency, and state medical licensure. Employers commonly seek board certification or eligibility, while some roles require subspecialty fellowship training or additional experience.

  • Where do pathologists work?question toggle

    Pathologists work in hospitals, diagnostic and reference laboratories, academic medical centers, government agencies, and other healthcare organizations. Some positions focus on patient-care teams, laboratory leadership, research, or education.

  • What types of pathologist jobs are available?question toggle

    Opportunities may include anatomical, clinical, forensic, pediatric, molecular, and hematopathology roles, as well as laboratory director, research, and academic positions.

  • How can I find pathologist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse pathologist listings on Ladders, where jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Filter by location, specialty, seniority, and other preferences to find opportunities suited to your qualifications.