Pathologist Opportunity | Top Pay & Collaborative Environment | McAllen, TX

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Edinburg, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

CME allowance

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

South Texas Health System in McAllen/Edinburg, Texas, is seeking a Pathologist to join a growing, hospital-employed team. The role focuses on high-quality anatomic and clinical pathology services with a collaborative group and modern laboratory resources.

Ideal candidates will be Board Certified/Eligible in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology with Texas licensure or eligibility. J1 waiver and H1b visa candidates are encouraged to apply; PRN options may be available.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology.
• Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain Texas licensure.
• Candidates requiring J1-waiver and H1b visas are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anatomic and clinical pathology services to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with the pathology group, clinicians, and laboratory staff to ensure high-quality diagnostic services. General pathology sign-out.
• Participate in diagnostic evaluations, reporting, and quality assurance activities.
• Document findings and maintain accurate records within the hospital’s EMR system.
• No autopsies.

Skills

Anatomic Pathology expertise

Clinical Pathology knowledge

Education

Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology

Active Texas medical license or eligibility

Job description

South Texas Health System (STHS) is actively recruiting a skilled Pathologist to join our established team in McAllen, TX. This hospital-employed position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to join an expanding pathology group, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality diagnostic services within a collaborative and supportive practice environment. Candidates requiring J1-waiver visas are encouraged to apply. PRN positions also available.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: Full-time, hospital-employed physician position
• Schedule / Hours: Standard hospital pathology schedule
• Call coverage: As required for pathology coverage (1:3 to 1:4), with techs on call to help with frozen sections (weekdays and weekends)
• Patient Volume: High-volume acute care facility with growing demand for diagnostic pathology services
• Location: McAllen/Edinburg, Texas (Rio Grande Valley)
• Practice Setting: South Texas Health System
• Support / Care Team: Collaborative pathology group with an expanding team, laboratory technologists, and support staff. Pathologist assistants and grossing assistants will gross all specimens
• EMR / Technology: Cerner EMR with advanced clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory equipment

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anatomic and clinical pathology services to a diverse patient population
• Collaborate with the pathology group, clinicians, and laboratory staff to ensure high-quality diagnostic services. General pathology sign-out
• Participate in diagnostic evaluations, reporting, and quality assurance activities
• Document findings and maintain accurate records within the hospital’s EMR system
• No autopsies

Compensation & Benefits.

• Salary: Competitive base salary + Medical Directorship
• Sign-on / Relocation: Signing bonus and relocation assistance available
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive insurance coverage including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: 20 days paid time off + 6 holidays and 5 CME allowance included.
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: Malpractice insurance coverage, employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology
• Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain Texas licensure
• Candidates requiring J1-waiver and H1b visas are encouraged to apply.

Growth & Development

Join an expanding pathology group within a well-established hospital system

Access to extensive resources through Universal Health Services (UHS)

Opportunities for leadership, academic involvement, and professional growth

Work with advanced diagnostic technology in a modern laboratory setting.

About the Organization & Community

South Texas Health System (STHS) is a regional multi-hospital health system with a strong reputation for quality healthcare in the Rio Grande Valley. Located in a vibrant multicultural and bilingual community of over 1.8 million residents, McAllen/Edinburg offers a low cost of living, year-round sunshine, and easy access to national and international travel through three nearby airports. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy birdwatching, golfing, and the beaches of South Padre Island, just 80 miles away.