Pathologist - Physician

ERP International, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

ERP International, LLC is seeking a Pathologist (MD/DO) for a full-time position supporting Naval Medical Center San Diego. The role involves performing a full range of pathology services, consulting on complex cases, and participating in tumor boards.

The schedule is weekday daytime hours with no holidays, weekends, or on-call requirements. Minimum qualifications include MD/DO, US/Canada medical education or ECFMG, ABPath certification, and at least five years of independent practice.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from US/Canada or ECFMG-certified
• ABPath board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology required
• Minimum five years of independent clinical practice
• Completion of ACGME-accredited pathology residency/fellowship
• Current BLS certification is required

Responsibilities

• Supports laboratory and pathology services per department head
• Performs full range of pathologist duties under facility privileges
• Provides diagnostic consultation using knowledge of pathology and related sciences
• Assesses specimens grossly and prepares them for microscopic examination
• Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with PHI/HIPAA requirements
• Serves on tumor board as directed and participates in on-site medical director activities

Skills

Diagnostic excellence

Independent practice

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

US/Canada medical schooling or ECFMG

ACGME pathology training

Job description

Overview

ERP International, LLC is seeking a Pathologist (MD / DO) for a full-time position supporting Naval Medical Center San Diego.

Be the Best! Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International is honored to be named a 2026 Top Workplace by WTOP News! 7 Years Running.

About ERP International, LLC:ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 0600-1600. 8.5 hour shifts

No Holidays, No on call, or Weekends!

Core Duties:

• Supports all administrative tasks relevant to the laboratory and pathology services as directed by the department head.
• Perform a full range of physician services in accordance with privileges granted by the Military Treatment Facility.
• Uses this knowledge of new and advanced diagnostic techniques to serve as an authoritative consultant on very complicated diagnostic and treatment problems by recognizing rare and difficult to identify symptoms by applying a comprehensive knowledge of pathology; general medicine; emergency medicine; basic sciences, including anatomy, chemistry, and pharmacology; and laws, regulations, and provides on-site assessment for cytologic adequacy examinations of fine needle aspirations in various areas of the hospital.
• Works with patients' body fluids or tissue to test for and evaluate a variety of pathologies
• Performs gross examinations to obtain diagnostic information from specimens, including the stage and margin status of surgically removed tumors, and to gather information during the preparation of tissue samples for subsequent microscopic examination.
• Gross specimens for processing as directed by the Anatomic pathology medical director.
• Prepares patients' specimens for examination and/or intraoperative consulations.
• Confirming patients' test results by verifying diagnosis is supported by other diagnostics, such as cross referencing. Respond to physician inquiries about pathology results or disease conditions.
• Serve on the NMCSD tumor board as directed by the Anatomic pathology medical director.
• Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated.
• Provides accurate information about the pathogenesis, histogenesis, biology, and differential diagnosis, such as evaluation of bone marrow, peripheral blood, and lymph nodes.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all patients' medical data, including Personally Identifiable Information/Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (PH/HIPAA).
• Serves as laboratory medical director of select DOD Conducts on-site medical director visits and safety walk-throughs in accordance with accreditation requirements and fulfills all the regulatory and accreditation requirements of a lab medical director. Participates in meetings and committees as directed by the lab department head.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.).

Education: Graduation from a medical school in the United States, Canada, or approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education of the American Medical Association (AMA), graduation from a college of osteopathy approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), or graduation from a medical school with evidence of Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification.

Experience: At least five years of independent clinical practice.

Certification: Board certification through American Board of Pathology in both Anatomic and Clinical Pathology. Subspecialty certification preferred but not required.

Internship/Residency/Fellowship: Completion of graduate medical education program in pathology or a pathology subspecialty accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA OR ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification.

Pay Scale: $135/hr to $210/hr, to be determined based on employment options (W2/1099), qualifications, experience, and location.