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How much do remote pathologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote pathologist in Albuquerque, NM is $327,104.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $276,200.00 and $366,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote pathologist?

A Remote Pathologist analyzes laboratory samples, such as tissue biopsies and blood tests, to diagnose diseases while working from a remote location. They use digital pathology tools and telemedicine technologies to review and interpret medical data. This role allows pathologists to collaborate with healthcare teams and provide expert opinions without needing to be physically present in a laboratory or hospital. Remote pathologists typically work for hospitals, diagnostic labs, telemedicine companies, or independent consulting services.

What challenges might I encounter as a remote pathologist, and how can I overcome them?

As a Remote Pathologist, you may face challenges like limited direct interaction with other healthcare team members, potential technical issues with digital slide imaging, and ensuring secure data management. To overcome these, it's important to have strong digital literacy, establish clear communication channels with your colleagues, and stay updated on the latest telepathology technologies. Regular virtual meetings can help foster collaboration and mitigate the sense of isolation often experienced in remote roles. Maintaining a well-equipped, secure home office and participating in ongoing professional development will also contribute to your success in this evolving field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote pathologist?

A Remote Pathologist must have a medical degree with board certification in pathology, in-depth knowledge of disease diagnosis, and experience in analyzing laboratory and biopsy samples. Proficiency with digital pathology platforms, telepathology systems, and secure electronic medical record (EMR) systems is crucial for remote collaboration and diagnosis. Excellent attention to detail, strong communication abilities, and time management skills help remote pathologists effectively manage cases and convey complex findings to clinical teams. These skills ensure accurate, timely diagnoses and support seamless teamwork despite physical distance.

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Infographic showing various Remote Pathologist job openings in Albuquerque, NM as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $327,104 per year, or $157.3 per hour.

Open Rank Clinician Educator in Surgical Pathology

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

The University of New Mexico's Department of Pathology seeks three highlymotivated General Surgical Pathologists at all academic ranks(Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) on the Clinician Educator track.  We are hiring in all subspecialties toaccommodate a university-wide workforce expansion.  These subspecialties include Breast Pathology,Cytology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, Genitourinary Pathology, GYN Pathology,Head/Neck Pathology, Bone/Soft Tissue Pathology, and Lung/Thoracic Pathology.  Preference will be given to applicants willingto cover cytopathology, though this is negotiable for highly qualifiedapplicants.
This position offers a competitive salary and a 6-year promotioncycle, along with a strong commitment to work-life balance.
Position Highlights:

  • Collaborative Environment:  leverage our partnership with TriCoreReference Laboratory, which provides much in-house esoteric testing forsolid tumors
  • Excellent Gross Room Support: Enjoy a fully staffed gross room with four Pathologist Assistants (PAs) and additional resident coverage. Nofaculty grossing required
  • Remote/After-Hours Coverage: Benefit from remote/digital frozensection diagnostic capabilities, allowing many after-hours calls to becompleted from home
  • ComprehensiveBenefits Package: Includes robust retirement plans with a significant employer contribution. Employees may choose between adefined contribution plan and a defined benefit plan (similar to a pension). Additionaltax-deferred voluntary retirement plans (403(b) and 457(b)) are also available.Medical, Dental, Basic Life, and Long-Term Disability coverage is provided
  • Medical Liability Coverage through the New Mexico Risk ManagementDivision as set forth in the New Mexico Tort Claims Act
  • Annual Leave: Accrual of 21 days per year (252 hours maximum accrual) plus 15 days ofpaid holidays
  • Easily accessible divisional research funds for those interested inresearch
  • Optional paid research activities through the TriCore Research Institute
  • Relocation packages
  • Tuition remission and Dependent Education Program
  • No Clinical Pathology, Hematopathology, Dermatopathology, or Autopsycoverage is required or expected
  • Yearly renewing CME funds
  • Free access to a fully stocked on-site gym and physician's lounge withcomplimentary food/beverages

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide general surgical pathology and cytology services in a growingacademic tertiary care center with a regional outside consult service
  • Participate in diagnostic and teaching activities (residents, fellows,and medical students)
  • May participate in translational research activities if desired (not arequirement for promotion)
  • Engage with clinical services for the NCI-designated UNM ComprehensiveCancer Center and collaborate with oncologists in multidisciplinary tumorboards
  • Travel occasionally to the UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center,located 29 miles from UNMH for frozen section coverage with PA support (travelcosts reimbursed, remote digital option coming soon)

This position is located at the University of New Mexico Hospital(UNMH), New Mexico's only Academic Medical Center and Level-1 TraumaCenter.  The Surgical Pathology Divisionis actively involved in cutting-edge research through collaborations with the Departmentof Pathology, the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Human Tissue Repository,the TriCore Research Institute, and the NIH-funded Clinical TranslationalScience Center. In addition, research opportunities in ArtificialIntelligence (AI) are available through a partnership with Indica Labs(HALO AI) located in Corrales, NM.
Why Join Us?

The UNM Division of Anatomic Pathology provides a competitiveschedule at competitive pay and is located in a beautiful region ideal for anactive lifestyle (world class skiing, fly-fishing, hiking, and biking).  The residency program encompasses 16positions, and the department has active fellowship programs in generalsurgical pathology with the option of independent sign-out, cytopathology withtraining in ultrasound-guided FNAs, forensic pathology, hematopathology,molecular genetic pathology, and transfusion medicine.  Faculty are encouraged to developprofessionally in a collaborative environment with opportunities for innovativeresearch and teaching.
Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and education.


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