Laboratory Medical Director/Pathologist

PathGroup, Inc.; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice tail coverage

Full benefits

401(k) Safe Harbor Plan

Allowed Time Off (ATO)

Job summary

PathGroup, Inc. is seeking an AP/CP Board-Certified Pathologist to join a new hospital-based pathology program in Northwest Arkansas.

This role focuses on practicing in a diverse general surgical pathology setting while collaborating with clinicians, laboratory staff, and hospital leadership. Leadership opportunity as Laboratory Medical Director is available; the position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and access to digital pathology resources within a physician-led

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• AP/CP Board Certification required.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Arkansas.
• Strong diagnostic and communication skills.
• Prior leadership or laboratory medical directorship experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic services in anatomic and clinical pathology.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership to support operational excellence.
• Serve as a clinical resource for physicians, hospital staff, and laboratory personnel.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences, committee work, and other medical staff activities as appropriate.
• Provide laboratory medical directorship services, if applicable.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

General surgical pathology

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Laboratory Medical Director / Pathologist Opportunity – Northwest Arkansas

Join a Leading Physician-Led Pathology Practice

PathGroup is seeking an AP/CP Board-Certified Pathologist to join an exciting new hospital-based pathology practice in Northwest Arkansas. This is a unique opportunity to help establish a growing regional pathology program while working within a collaborative, physician-led organization committed to delivering exceptional diagnostic services and patient care.

The successful candidate will be a strong general surgical pathologist who enjoys working closely with clinicians, laboratory professionals, and hospital leadership. Candidates interested in serving as Laboratory Medical Director are encouraged to apply.

Highlights

• Opportunity to help build a new hospital-based pathology practice
• Laboratory Medical Director opportunity available
• Diverse general surgical pathology practice
• Collaborative physician-led culture with support from a national network of subspecialty pathologists
• Access to advanced digital pathology resources and technology
• Strong physician engagement and administrative support
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic services in anatomic and clinical pathology
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership to support operational excellence
• Serve as a clinical resource for physicians, hospital staff, and laboratory personnel
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences, committee work, and other medical staff activities as appropriate
• Provide laboratory medical directorship services, if applicable

Why PathGroup?

• Largest Independent Private Pathology Group in the U.S.: Join a physician-led organization with a national reputation for diagnostic excellence.
• Physician-Led Culture: Our pathologists help shape clinical standards and organizational direction.
• Collaborative Subspecialty Network: Work alongside a large network of experienced pathologists with easy access to consultation and collaboration.
• Innovative Digital Pathology: PathGroup continues to invest in digital pathology and advanced diagnostic technologies.
• Work-Life Balance: Collaborative scheduling models and generous Allowed Time Off (ATO) support physicians' well-being and sustainable careers.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, and collaboration across subspecialties.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary, malpractice coverage including tail, full benefits, and a 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• AP/CP Board Certification required
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Arkansas
• Strong diagnostic and communication skills
• Prior leadership or laboratory medical directorship experience preferred, but not required

*If the laboratory is testing samples for New York State, candidates must hold a New York State Certificate of Qualification (CQ) in at least one category of testing offered by the laboratory.

Work Location Type

On-Site

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