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How much do transfusion medicine pathologist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for transfusion medicine pathologist in the United States is $40.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.21 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transfusion medicine pathologist?

Transfusion Medicine Pathologists are medical doctors who specialize in the field of transfusion medicine, which involves the collection, testing, processing, and transfusion of blood and blood components. They oversee blood banks, ensure the safety and compatibility of blood products, and manage transfusion therapies for patients. These specialists also advise healthcare teams on complex transfusion cases, help prevent and manage transfusion reactions, and contribute to research and education in the field.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a transfusion medicine pathologist?

To thrive as a Transfusion Medicine Pathologist, you need board certification in pathology, specialized training or fellowship in transfusion medicine, and a thorough understanding of blood banking and immunohematology. Familiarity with laboratory information systems, blood component processing equipment, and regulatory compliance standards such as those from AABB and FDA is essential. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills are vital for collaborating with clinical teams and ensuring patient safety. These competencies are crucial for accurate blood product management, regulatory adherence, and effective coordination of complex transfusion services.

What interdisciplinary collaborations does a transfusion medicine pathologist engage in daily?

Transfusion Medicine Pathologists routinely collaborate with clinicians, nurses, blood bank technologists, and hospital administrators to ensure safe and effective blood product usage. They provide consultative support for complex transfusion decisions, oversee compatibility testing, and help manage transfusion reactions. Additionally, they may work closely with hematologists, surgeons, and laboratory staff to develop protocols, troubleshoot issues, and improve patient outcomes. This interdisciplinary teamwork is essential for maintaining high standards in transfusion safety and quality.

What is the difference between Transfusion Medicine Pathologist vs Hematopathologist?

AspectTransfusion Medicine PathologistHematopathologist
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology residency, fellowship in transfusion medicineMedical degree, pathology residency, hematopathology fellowship
Work EnvironmentBlood banks, transfusion services, hospitalsLaboratories, hospitals, research settings
Industry UsageBlood banks, transfusion services, blood centersHematology labs, cancer centers, research institutions

While both roles require pathology training and specialized fellowships, Transfusion Medicine Pathologists focus on blood banking and transfusion safety, whereas Hematopathologists specialize in blood disorders and hematologic diseases. The choice depends on your interest in blood transfusions versus hematology diagnostics.

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Infographic showing various Transfusion Medicine Pathologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,916 per year, or $40.8 per hour.

Academic, Academic Clinical Pathology -Head of Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine Opportunity in

Greenville, NC


ECU Health
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Job description

ECU Health Physicians and ECU Health Medical Center, located in Greenville, North Carolina, are seeking a Clinical Pathologist with expertise in Transfusion Medicine to lead their blood bank and transfusion medicine program. The successful candidate will support high quality patient care by overseeing blood bank operations and providing expert clinical consultation. Applicants should be board certified or board eligible in clinical pathology or combined anatomic pathology and clinical pathology.  3+ years experience is required.

Additional training in histocompatibility and immunogenetics (with ASHI certification) is a plus.

Highlights include:  

  • Employment by ECU Health Physicians Academic employment model
  • Hospital privileges at ECU Health Medical Center, a 974-bed level 1 trauma and academic medical center, 2ndlargest hospital in the state of North Carolina
  • Academic employment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor with the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
  • Established pathology program inclusive of 7 clinical pathologists, 11 surgical pathologists and an AP/CP residency, centralized in one tertiary care medical center laboratory, surgical pathology division accessioning 26,000 cases annually
  • Transfusion Medicine Service at ECU Health Medical Center supports an active Level I adult and pediatric trauma service as well as comprehensive clinical specialty services including hematology/oncology, cardiovascular surgery, and solid organ transplantation
  • Clinical and leadership responsibilities will include:
    • Manage daily clinical operations of the ECU Health Medical Center Blood Bank
    • Provide transfusion medicine consultation services to clinicians across the health system
    • Participate in after hours, weekend, and holiday on call coverage for transfusion medicine and clinical laboratory services
    • Collaborate closely with other clinical pathologists to ensure safe, efficient, and evidence based transfusion practices
    • Support continuous quality improvement and compliance with regulatory standards
  • Excellent opportunity for career growth within a collaborative and supportive environment
  • Comprehensive benefits including relocation assistance, vacation & sick PTO, CME days & reimbursement, malpractice (with tail), retirement benefits, state health plan health insurance, employer paid dependent health insurance, medical and dental reimbursements, employer paid AD&D, disability, and life insurance 

If you, or a colleague, are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Ashley Rudolph at (252) 558-3763 or Ashley.Rudolph@ecuhealth.org.



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