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Birmingham, Alabama

Pathologist

PathologyNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes.

Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges.

As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients.

With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Surgical Pathologist/Cytopathologist to join our team in Birmingham, AL.

Work Schedule: Generally (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm)

Job Responsibilities

Individual diagnostic evaluation and sign-out of surgical pathology and cytology cases, including a high volume of Gynecologic pathology specimens.

Assure compliance with quality, regulatory, and safety guidelines/standards

Accurate and Timely Evaluation of Specimens Tested

Assures good laboratory practice (GLP) and compliance with applicable accrediting and regulatory agencies

Provide expert consultation as needed with clients and staff, in person, by phone or electronically

Minimum Qualifications

  • Medical Degree from an accredited college/university
  • AL & GA Licensed Physician
  • Board Certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
  • Eligible to obtain LA, MS, TN & FL state medical licenses
  • Additional Job Standards
  • Experience in a high-volume hospital and/or large referral laboratory environment preferred
  • Subspecialty Board Certification in Cytopathology is highly desired
  • Experience in gynecologic pathology is highly desired
  • Subspecialty training in Surgical Pathology is highly desired
  • Subspecialty training or experience in ENT, Breast or Gastointestinal Pathology
  • Organized and efficient problem-solving skills

Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills Required

At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today!

Benefits

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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Key Responsibilities

The pathologist will perform individual diagnostic evaluation and sign-out of surgical pathology and cytology cases, with a focus on gynecologic specimens. They are also responsible for ensuring laboratory compliance with quality, regulatory, and safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Medical Degree, be board certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, and possess active medical licenses in Alabama and Georgia. Experience in a high-volume hospital or large referral laboratory is preferred, along with subspecialty training in relevant pathology fields.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Written CommunicationAnatomic Pathology

Pathology — Physician Career Context

Lab holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 12 active listings.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in pathologyranked against 233 Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $330k (middle half $259k–$395k)19 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingAlabama index 88.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Alabama212 active22,641 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Physician pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Labsilver tier, 77/100Top Employers work-life index12 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (233 Pathology listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Pathologist Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

5 jobs · 4 employers
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1
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3
$430k-520k

Annual compensation range

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 233 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Lab

Medical Practices
Burlington, North Carolina
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
STD/LTD
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Flexible Time Off

Living in Birmingham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$112k
Typical market rent
$1,322/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
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.