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WellSpan Health

Pathology Physician

Gettysburg, PA

Acts in the capacity of the Chief Pathologist in his absence. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions: * Provides pathology services to aid in diagnosis of disease conditions and treatment of ...

Veterans Health Administration

Pathologist

Bronx, NY · On-site +1

$250K - $400K/yr

The Chief, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine oversees the overall clinical and administrative function of the Pathology providers. FUNCTIONS OR SCOPE OF ASSIGNED DUTIES The combined anatomic and ...

Roswellpark

... pathologist to serve as Chief of the Gastrointestinal (GI) Pathology Service. This is a unique leadership opportunity to shape the future of GI pathology within a nationally recognized NCI-Designated ...

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How much do chief pathologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief pathologist in the United States is $249,001.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $203,500.00 and $301,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Pathologist vs Pathologist?

AspectChief PathologistPathologist
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology certification, often additional leadership trainingMedical degree, pathology certification
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing labs and staff, administrative dutiesDiagnostic work in labs, hospitals, or clinics
Employer & IndustryHospitals, labs, healthcare organizations with leadership responsibilitiesHospitals, clinics, labs performing diagnostic pathology

The main difference is that the Chief Pathologist holds a leadership and administrative role overseeing pathology services, while the Pathologist focuses on diagnostic work. The Chief Pathologist typically has additional responsibilities in management and strategic planning, whereas the Pathologist concentrates on analyzing samples and providing diagnoses.

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Infographic showing various Chief Pathologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $249,001 per year, or $119.7 per hour.
Physician Pathology - Competitive Salary

Physician Pathology - Competitive Salary

WellSpan Health

Gettysburg, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 291 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

226th of 875 rated healthcare providers

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Provides pathology services; assists in the supervision and direction of activities relating to the Laboratory in accordance with accepted national standards and policies of the Hospital. Acts in the capacity of the Chief Pathologist in his absence.

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