Chicago, IL - Community Pathologist

Join a thriving pathology practice within a major not-for-profit academic healthcare system. The incoming Pathologist will have a balanced mix of anatomic and clinical cases, with opportunities for specialization. Collaborate with three experienced pathologists and skilled support staff in a well-established shared practice environment.

Opportunity Highlights

• Enjoy a dynamic mix of anatomic and clinical pathology, including surgical pathology, cytopathology, and frozen sections.
• Balanced caseload with an average of 20-25 cases per day.
• Level loading all cases within a group productivity model.
• Participate in tumor boards and collaborate with multiple specialties across the network.
• Flexible schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–4:30 PM, with light call expectations (1 week per month, minimal come-in rate).
• Support for sub-specialization in breast pathology, if desired.
• Work with state-of-the-art technology, including digital pathology implementation in progress.
• No autopsy cases—handled at a separate downtown location.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $350,000–$365,000, with a total compensation package of up to $450,000 (includes shared productivity model).
• Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, 20 days PTO plus 6 holidays, malpractice coverage, 401K match and profit sharing, a $5,000 CME allowance, 6 weeks of paternal and 12 weeks of maternal leave, and PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility.

Community Information – Live in the Suburbs with Easy Access to Chicago

Enjoy the best of both worlds—suburban comfort with the cultural and professional opportunities of Chicago just a short drive away.

• Top-rated city with an overall grade of A- and one of the best places to live in Illinois (Niche).
• Named a Best Place to Live and Retire (U.S. News & World Report).
• No. 1 Big City to Visit for six consecutive years (Condé Nast Readers' Choice Awards).
• Exceptional public and private schools, plus top-tier universities.
• Easy access to O’Hare International Airport and world-class entertainment, dining, and professional sports teams.
• Lake Michigan’s scenic waterfront, parks, and outdoor activities.