Position & Client Overview:

Our client, a large pathology practice located in Southeastern California, is currently seeking a board certified AP/CP pathologist to test in their busy clinical/anatomic pathology laboratory on the day shift.

Salary Range: $300,000-360,000

This client offers the highest pay in the country with great benefits, relocation assistance, and sign-on bonuses. They also offer a supportive and enriching work environment with a focus on professional growth and employee satisfaction. Employees have praised the organization for its collaborative atmosphere, opportunities for learning, and competitive compensation. The group provides a range of benefits, including flexible work hours, a strong emphasis on teamwork, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. These factors make it an appealing choice for professionals in the medical field seeking a fulfilling career.

Living in Bakersfield, California means embracing a desert-like climate with long, hot summers averaging highs around 97–103° and mild winters with lows near 40° and highs in the upper 50s. The city offers a mix of indoor and outdoor activities that reflect its agricultural roots and growing cultural scene—residents enjoy hiking and biking along the Kern River Parkway Trail, exploring nature at Wind Wolves Preserve, or fishing and picnicking at Hart Memorial Park. Indoors, you’ll find entertainment at Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, art exhibits at the Bakersfield Museum of Art, and interactive fun at MB2 Entertainment with go-karts, mini golf, and arcade games. With over 270 sunny days a year, Bakersfield is ideal for those who love the outdoors but also appreciate a vibrant mix of museums, theaters, and family-friendly attractions.

Job Summary:

Study and diagnose causes of disease by examination of surgically removed organs, tissues (biopsy samples), blood, bodily fluids, and, in some cases, the whole body (autopsy). Interpret findings to diagnose conditions like infections, cancers, and blood disorders, often guiding critical decisions in patient care. Collaborate with healthcare teams, oversee lab operations, and contribute to research and education in the medical field.

Skill Requirements:

• Analytical thinking: Interpreting complex data and identifying patterns in tissue or lab results.
• Attention to detail: Spotting subtle abnormalities that could indicate disease.
• Communication: Explaining findings clearly to other medical professionals and sometimes patients.
• Problem-solving: Making diagnostic decisions based on incomplete or ambiguous data.
• Medical terminology: Fluency in the language of medicine to document and discuss cases accurately.
• Team collaboration: Working closely with clinicians, lab techs, and other specialists.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Diagnose diseases using lab tests, tissue samples, and clinical data
• Communicate findings clearly to other healthcare professionals
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans
• Train and mentor medical students, residents, or junior staff
• Contribute to research and academic publications
• Maintain licensure and board certification through continuing education
• Perform autopsies

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board certification in anatomic pathology (AP) and/or clinical pathology (CP)
• Subspecialty certification as required
• Applicable state license and/or eligibility to practice medicine

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND