Pathologist - Mass General Brigham - Northampton, MA

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 290,000 - 341,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Pathology is seeking an AP/CP board-certified Pathologist to join Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, Massachusetts. This role offers a blend of independent diagnostic work and collaborative team-based activity within a respected community hospital setting.

You will share AP and CP responsibilities with two other pathologists and have access to a broad academic and clinical network through Mass General Brigham while keeping care local in the Pioneer Valley.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology.
• Broad community pathology skills and comfort with independent practice.
• Collaborative style and interest in contributing to a small, highly engaged team.

Responsibilities

• Share AP and CP responsibilities with two other pathologists.
• Perform independent diagnostic work and contribute to case reviews.
• Utilize Mass General Brigham resources for consults and collaboration.

Skills

AP/CP board-certified pathologist

Independent diagnostic work

Collaborative team player

Job description

The salary range for this position is $290,000 to $341,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, and internal equity.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other essential factors.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and bonuses as applicable, designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Physician Recruitment team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Practice community-based pathology with the connection, stability, and resources of Mass General Brigham.

Mass General Brigham Pathology is seeking an AP/CP board-certified Pathologist to join Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, Massachusetts. This is a strong fit for a collaborative pathologist who enjoys broad community practice, independent diagnostic work, and access to a larger academic and clinical network when needed.

Practice Snapshot

Cooley Dickinson is a 140-bed, non-profit community hospital with a close-knit pathology team. You will share AP and CP responsibilities with two other pathologists in a supportive, collegial environment.

The practice offers a diverse community hospital case mix with no autopsy burden and minimal frozen sections.

• Annual volume: ~12,000 surgical pathology cases, ~5,800 Pap tests, and ~1,300 non-GYN cytologies.
• Lab volume: ~1,000,000 laboratory tests annually.
• Case mix: GI, GYN, breast, skin, and general surgical pathology cases.
• ROSE: Active Interventional Radiology service with ~400 rapid onsite evaluations annually.

Why Mass General Brigham?

This role offers the best of both worlds: the autonomy and relationships of community pathology with the support of a leading integrated health system. Cooley Dickinson's Mass General Brigham affiliation brings connection to a broader pathology network, systemwide resources, coordinated referral pathways, and opportunities for professional collaboration while keeping care local in the Pioneer Valley.

• Practice in a respected community hospital backed by Mass General Brigham's clinical, operational, and academic resources.
• Stay connected to systemwide colleagues, specialty expertise, and shared standards of high-quality care.
• Enjoy stability, strong benefits, and the professional network of a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology.
• Broad community pathology skills and comfort with independent practice.
• Collaborative style and interest in contributing to a small, highly engaged team.

Why Northampton and the Pioneer Valley?

Northampton offers a rare blend of culture, a vibrant arts community, exceptional schools, and outdoor access in western Massachusetts.

• Culture: Vibrant downtown, independent restaurants, live music, galleries, and cafes.
• Education: Five College energy from Smith, Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and UMass Amherst.
• Outdoors: Hiking, kayaking, cycling, skiing, and year-round recreation nearby.
• Location: Easy access to Hartford, Boston, and New York City while living in a welcoming New England community.

To Apply

For confidential consideration or to learn more, please contact Chip Konowitz, Senior Physician Recruiter, Mass General Brigham. [e-mail]

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.