Clinical Pathologist
Listed compensation
$337K - $381K
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Job Description
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts is seeking a BC/BE clinical pathologist to join a group of four clinical pathologists in the Division of Laboratory Medicine.
Although each current member has a specific area of interest and responsibility, including: chemistry, toxicology and immunology; hematology and coagulation; point-of-care testing; flow cytometry; blood banking and apheresis; molecular testing; microbiology, virology, and parasitology; and clinical informatics, there is significant overlap across sections, and all periodically cover the entire laboratory.
The successful candidate would participate in and be responsible for several critical functions of the laboratory. Current needs include assistance in core laboratory management and informatics. An interest in these areas is preferred, but fellowship training or board certification is not required.
Board eligibility in Clinical Pathology with certification within one year is necessary. Diversification to other interests in laboratory services may be possible.
In addition, growth of the Beth Israel Lahey Health System is expected to increase demand for services, as well as require integration with other hospital laboratories. There is ample opportunity to interact with clinical staff through interdisciplinary conferences and committee participation.
Job Description: Pay Range: $337,000.00 USD - $381,000.00 USD The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time.
Actual compensation may be determined based on several factors, that may include education, training, relevant experience, specialty, geography of work location, productivity, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
In addition to base compensation, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, which may include productivity and quality bonuses.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together.
Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.
Key Responsibilities
The clinical pathologist will participate in and manage critical laboratory functions, including core laboratory management and informatics. They will also collaborate with clinical staff through interdisciplinary conferences and committee participation.
Requirements
Candidates must be board eligible in Clinical Pathology with certification required within one year. While fellowship training is not required, experience or interest in laboratory management and informatics is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Pathology — Physician Career Context
Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$359k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $339k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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