AP/CP Pathologist

Yosemite Pathology Medical Group is a private, independent, pathologist-owned and operated surgical pathology and cytology laboratory. We are urgently seeking three board-certified AP/CP Pathologists to support our growing practice, with immediate openings in Bakersfield and additional opportunities in Modesto and Stockton, California.

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and thriving group that values collaboration, quality, and work-life balance. The role is based in Bakersfield, CA, where you will join a well-established pathology team providing services across four local hospitals. You will collaborate daily with five collegial and experienced pathologists in a professional laboratory setting.

Bakersfield offers an affordable cost of living compared to much of California, excellent schools, and a welcoming community. It's a family-friendly city with easy access to both the Sierra Nevada mountains and the California coast, with Los Angeles just under two hours away.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation and communicate the medical significance of laboratory findings to referring physicians.
• Deliver accurate, timely evaluations and diagnoses across a diverse range of anatomic pathology specimens.
• Actively engage in a collaborative, team-based approach to patient care.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of pathology services while maintaining a collegial workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Anatomic Pathology (AP) and Clinical Pathology (CP) required.
• Active California medical license (or eligibility to obtain one) required.
• 2-4 years' experience in a practice setting is a plus.
• Fellowship training in surgical pathology subspecialties (cytopathology, breast, GI, gynecologic, etc.) highly desirable.
• Strong diagnostic, communication, and collaboration skills essential.

Skills

• Strong diagnostic skills across a broad spectrum of surgical and clinical pathology.
• Confidence in independent decision-making while thriving in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to handle the variety and complexity of supporting multiple hospitals.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Opportunities to grow within a respected, stable, and expanding organization.

Yosemite Pathology is an independent, pathologist-owned and operated group.