Pathologist
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Job Description
Responsibilities
Pathologist
WellSpan Health, a physician‑led integrated health system serving South Central
Pennsylvania, is seeking a full‑time Pathologist to join our established team in our Lancaster/Lebanon PA region. With 12 hospitals and a strong commitment to high‑quality, compassionate patient care, WellSpan offers the stability, support, and resources of a large health system while maintaining a collegial, community‑focused environment.
Position Highlights
- Full Time position serving a community hospital with a broad case mix
- BC/BE in AP/CP Pathology required - Fellowship training in any subspecialty is welcome; interest/experience in Hematopathology a plus
- Minimal call responsibilities – great work life balance
- Join a well-established, collaborative pathology team with low physician turnover
- Supported by highly skilled pathology assistants and histology staff to streamline workflow and assist with grossing
Competitive Compensation Package Including
- Signing bonus
- Comprehensive benefits and 403b retirement plan
- Paid medical malpractice with tail coverage
- Relocation assistance
About the Community
- Ideally located near major metropolitan hubs including Philadelphia, New York
City, Harrisburg and Baltimore
- Enjoy abundant outdoor recreation: golf, fishing, hiking, and biking
- Friendly, family-oriented community with excellent public and private schools
Take the Next Step
Enjoy career satisfaction with a financially sound, growing organization that values physician well-being and professional fulfillment. For immediate confidential consideration please contact
Laura Myers, Physician Recruiter at 717-495-8031
E-mail: lmyers9@wellspan.org [lmyers9@wellspan.org]
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Required or
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) Required
Licenses
- Licensed Medical Physician and Surgeon Upon Hire Required or
- Licensed Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Upon Hire Required
Courses and Training
- Diplomate of the American Board of Pathology or the American Osteopathic
Board of Pathology. Upon Hire Required and
- Completion of a Pathology residency. Upon Hire Required and
- Must qualify and be a member of the Medical Staff of Gettysburg Hospital.
Upon Hire Required
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pathologist at WellSpan Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pathology — ranked against 233 active Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Pathology — Physician Career Context
Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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