Staff Pathologist - Kennestone

5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

CME allowance and paid CME time

Relocation assistance

Job summary

5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Staff Pathologist for the pathology team at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center in Marietta, Georgia. The role entails interpreting surgical pathology specimens and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.

Applicants should have an MD or DO degree and complete an accredited residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology. A competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities in one of Georgia's top health systems are offered.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Anatomic Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and diagnose a broad range of surgical pathology specimens.
• Collaborate with clinicians and specialists for patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely pathology reports.

Skills

Diagnostic skills in surgical pathology

Cytopathology expertise

Experience with fine needle aspiration

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology

Job description

Position Summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Staff Pathologist to join the pathology team at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center – Marietta, Georgia. This role involves practicing in a high-volume, tertiary-care medical center that serves a diverse patient population across the region.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and diagnose a broad range of surgical pathology specimens in a high-volume hospital setting.
• Provide expertise in gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytopathology, including fine needle aspiration (FNA) interpretation.
• Perform rapid on-site evaluations (ROSE) when appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with clinicians, surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and other specialists to support patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and clinical conferences.
• Maintain accurate and timely pathology reports in accordance with departmental standards.
• Support quality assurance, quality improvement, and laboratory accreditation activities.
• Participate in call coverage and departmental responsibilities as assigned.
• Contribute to the education of medical students, residents, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals as applicable.
• Remain current with evolving pathology practices, technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) or Anatomic Pathology (AP).
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Anatomic Pathology and/or Anatomic & Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology.
• Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Georgia.
• Strong diagnostic skills in surgical pathology and cytopathology.
• Preferred: 2+ years of post‑training experience in a hospital‑based pathology practice.
• Experience with complex oncologic specimens and tertiary‑care pathology services.
• Experience performing and interpreting fine needle aspirations.
• Interest in quality improvement, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• CME allowance and paid CME time.
• Professional liability coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).
• Opportunity to practice within one of Georgia’s largest and most respected health systems.