Physician - Pathologist

Barton Associates; Georgia; On-site; USD 193,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter

Future travel opportunities

Job summary

Barton Associates seeks a Pathologist for a 29-day locum tenens assignment in Georgia. The hospital-based role involves 8-hour shifts with focus on cytology and surgical specimens; autopsies, bone marrow, and grossing are excluded.

Required board certification in Anatomic Pathology; Epic is the EMR system. The assignment offers strong compensation, travel-related expenses coverage, malpractice insurance, and a dedicated recruiter for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology required.
• Experience interpreting cytology and surgical specimens.
• Ability to manage high-volume non-GYN and surgical blocks.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as a hospital-based Pathologist.
• Interpret cytology and surgical cases.
• Manage approximately 10 Non-GYN blocks (2-3 cases) and 90 surgical blocks (35-40 cases) per day.
• Examine AP/CP cases, including cytopathology and surgical specimens.
• Note: Autopsies, bone marrow procedures/interpretation, and grossing are not required.

Skills

Cytology interpretation

Surgical pathology

AP/CP cases

Block management

Education

Board certification: Anatomic Pathology

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Our client in Georgia is actively seeking a skilled Pathologist for a 29-day assignment commencing Oct 19, 2026. This vital hospital-based role involves consistent 8-hour shifts, where you will primarily focus on interpreting cytology and surgical specimens. The assignment specifically excludes autopsies, bone marrow procedures, and grossing, ensuring a focused scope of practice.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform duties as a hospital-based Pathologist.
• Interpret a variety of specimens including cytology and surgical cases.
• Manage approximately 10 Non-GYN blocks (2-3 cases) and 90 surgical blocks (35-40 cases) per day.
• Examine AP/CP cases, including cytopathology and surgical specimens.
• Note: Autopsies, bone marrow procedures/interpretation, and grossing are not required for this locum tenens role.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certification: Pathology - Anatomic
• EMR System: Epic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.