What are the responsibilities and job description for the Renal Pathologist position at The Permanente Medical Group, Inc.?
Renal Pathologist Opportunity with Kaiser Permanente in Northern California
Leading the future of health care
Kaiser Permanente / The Permanente Medical Group
The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. (TPMG) is one of the largest medical groups in the nation with over 10,000 physicians, 21 medical centers, numerous clinics throughout Northern and Central California, and an over 80-year tradition of providing quality medical care.
Renal Pathologist
Openings in Berkeley, California
We are currently seeking 2 fellowship-trained Renal Pathologists to support a newly internalized renal pathology program, starting mid-2026. Our program provides an unparalleled clinical experience, supported by collaboration with more than 90 nephrologists who care for a remarkably diverse patient population across our medical centers. The positions will have sign-out responsibility for cases across the region, including light microscopy and immunofluorescence (with outsourced Electron Microscopy). Some portion of sign out in a secondary area will be necessary. Alternatively, opportunities for a reduced schedule exist. There are over 800 native kidney biopsies and 300 transplant biopsies annually.
Other highlights of the position include seamless integration through a unified electronic health record system, a weekly dedicated multi-disciplinary glomerular disease board, and renal pathology education and clinicopathologic case conferences. Together, these experiences foster an academic environment where clinical excellence and teaching thrive.
The research potential is truly distinctive, as the combination of high case volume, diverse pathology, and extensive long-term follow-up data provides an ideal platform for impactful scholarship. Beyond the professional opportunities, the San Francisco Bay Area offers an incomparable quality of life with its mild Mediterranean climate, stunning natural beauty from coastal beaches to redwood forests, world-class cultural attractions, diverse culinary scene, and vibrant communities that blend innovation, outdoor recreation, and rich cultural diversity—making this not just an outstanding career opportunity but an exceptional place to build your life.
A FEW REASONS TO CONSIDER A PRACTICE WITH TPMG:
- Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support.
- We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing.
- We demonstrate our commitment to a culture of equity and inclusion by hiring physicians who reflect the people we serve.
- Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
- An outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management.
- We have a very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.
- We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders.
- Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.
EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental
- Moving allowance
- Home loan assistance - up to $250,000 (approval required)
- PSLF Eligible Employer
- Malpractice and tail insurance
- Paid holidays, sick leave, education leave
- Shareholder track
- Three retirement plans, including pension
Full-time annual salary range is $363,750 to $375,000 plus additional potential incentives up to $29,940*. Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available. *Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.
For more information about these opportunities, please visit: https://northerncalifornia.permanente.org/jobs/type/pathology
Salary : $363,750 - $375,000