Pathologist

PathGroup is seeking an AP/CP Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pathologist to join a growing practice serving a busy regional academic health science center and affiliated hospital network in East Texas. This is a full-time, hospital-based or hybrid hospital/academic role offering a diverse general surgical and cytology case mix, with potential opportunities to collaborate in academic, quality improvement, or public health initiatives. There is also strong support from subspecialty colleagues across the PathGroup network. The ideal candidate will bring excellent diagnostic skills, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to engage in teaching, outreach, or public health initiatives.

Highlights

• Join an established pathology team supporting an academic health-science center and high-volume regional referral system
• General surgical pathology and cytology case mix
• No autopsy requirement
• Collaborative environment with access to PathGroup’s subspecialty expertise
• Opportunities to participate in tumor boards, quality initiatives, and other hospital-based programs as needed

About the Practice & Institution

• This is one of the region’s only academic health science campuses, housing schools of medicine and health professions.
• The institution hosts the Public Health Lab of East Texas (PHLET), a registered Laboratory Response Network (LRN) reference laboratory handling bioterrorism and emerging pathogen testing across many East Texas counties.
• The affiliated hospital network has > 500 beds and serves as the major referral system in the region.
• Research and academic collaborations are possible through the campus’s Center for Biomedical Research and health science programs.
• CAP-accredited laboratory operations, full histology and cytology support, and digital infrastructure are in place to support high quality diagnostic practice

About Tyler, TX

• Tyler is nicknamed the ‘Rose Capital of America’ for the Tyler Rose Garden and annual Texas Rose Festival
• Tyler is a vibrant city in East Texas, combining a comfortable cost of living, family-friendly neighborhoods, affordable housing, strong schools, and good quality of life
• Offers abundant outdoor recreation with nearby lakes, trails, parks, and cultural amenities  such as the Azalea & Spring Flower Trail, and other arts, music, local events
• Proximity to Dallas / larger metropolitan centers (within a couple of hours drive)
• Growing health and biotech sector in the region

Why PathGroup?

• Largest Independent Private Pathology Group in the U.S. - Join a well-established, physician-led organization with a reputation for excellence.
• Physician-Led Decision-Making - Your voice matters in shaping clinical practice and organizational direction.
• Collaborative & Supportive Culture - Work in an environment where teamwork is valued, knowledge is shared, and expert pathologists across every subspecialty support one another.
• Innovative Digital Pathology - Leverage cutting-edge technology for efficiency and advanced diagnostic abilities.
• Work-Life Balance - Receive the support you need to maintain a fulfilling career and personal life, with generous PTO included.
• Growth & Development - Take advantage of professional development opportunities, training expansion, project collaboration, and other academic-style professional activities.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits - Receive a competitive salary, malpractice coverage (including tail), full benefits, and a 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan.

Key Responsibilities

• General surgical pathology and cytopathology sign-out
• Frozen section / intraoperative consultations as needed
• May include support for ROSE if required by clinical teams
• Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards, case conferences, and quality programs
• Opportunity to collaborate with the regional Public Health Lab of East Texas (PHLET) on specialized testing or outreach initiatives
• Laboratory oversight, QA/QC, and liaison work with hospital/clinical staff

Qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• AP/CP Board Certification or Eligibility
• Texas medical license or eligibility required
• Strong diagnostic acumen and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in academic, hospital, or reference laboratory environments preferred