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Yosemite Pathology Medical Group
Bakersfield, California

AP/CP Pathologist

PathologyIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Join Yosemite Pathology Medical Group

Yosemite Pathology Medical Group is a private, independent, pathologist-owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory. We are urgently seeking three board-certified AP/CP Pathologists to support our growing practice, with immediate openings in Bakersfield and additional opportunities in Modesto and Stockton, California.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and thriving group that values collaboration, quality, and work-life balance.

Why Bakersfield?

Bakersfield offers an affordable cost of living compared to much of California, excellent schools, and a welcoming community. It's a family-friendly city with easy access to both the Sierra Nevada mountains and the California coast - plus Los Angeles is just under two hours away. This role allows you to enjoy California living while maintaining a rewarding professional career in a supportive group environment.

Current Opening: Bakersfield – Immediate Need

Join a well-established pathology team in Bakersfield, CA, providing pathology services across four local hospitals. You will be based in a professional laboratory setting and collaborate daily with five collegial and experienced pathologists.

We are actively seeking a pathologist with proven experience who can step into a high-volume, multi-hospital practice and make an impact right away.

The Ideal Candidate Will

  • Bring strong diagnostic skills across a broad spectrum of surgical and clinical pathology.
  • Demonstrate confidence in independent decision-making while thriving in a team-oriented environment.
  • Appreciate the variety and complexity that comes with supporting multiple hospitals.

Your Role

Provide expert consultation and communicate the medical significance of laboratory findings to referring physicians.

  • Deliver accurate, timely evaluations and diagnoses across a diverse range of anatomic pathology specimens.
  • Actively engage in a collaborative, team-based approach to patient care.
  • Contribute to the ongoing improvement of pathology services while maintaining a collegial workplace culture.

Qualifications

  • Board certification in Anatomic Pathology (AP) and Clinical Pathology (CP) required
  • Active California medical license (or eligibility to obtain one) required
  • Applicants with 2-4 years' experience in a practice setting are a plus.
  • Fellowship training in surgical pathology subspecialties (cytopathology, breast, GI, gynecologic, etc.) highly desirable
  • Strong diagnostic, communication, and collaboration skills essential

Why Yosemite Pathology?

  • Independent, pathologist-owned and operated group
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Strong emphasis on work-life balance
  • Opportunities to grow within a respected, stable, and expanding organization

Given the urgent need for multiple pathologists in Bakersfield, we are reviewing applications immediately. Don't miss the chance to join a supportive, physician-owned group dedicated to excellence in patient care - while enjoying all the professional and lifestyle benefits that California has to offer.

If interested, please submit your curriculum vitae to: Amber McFarlane, Director of Human Resources Email: jobs@ypmg.com

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert consultation and accurate diagnoses for a diverse range of anatomic pathology specimens across multiple hospitals. Collaborate with a team of pathologists to improve pathology services and communicate findings to referring physicians.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical Consultation

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 California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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Below most Pathology listings for work-life

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Living in Bakersfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k
Typical market rent
$1,858/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Yosemite Pathology Medical Group

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits
Work-Life Balance
Pathologist-Owned Group
Growth Opportunities