Watauga Pathology Associates

Watauga Pathology Associates, nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of the Southeast region, is seeking a board-certified AP/CP Pathologist to join our growing private practice group of 11 pathologists. We provide comprehensive diagnostic services to a wide range of hospitals, outpatient clinics, surgical centers, and private medical offices, with an academic affiliation with East Tennessee State University. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated pathologist seeking a stable, supportive work environment with potential for long-term growth. This position can be a partnership track or non-partnership track position.

About the Position:

• General community hospital-based sign-out
• Occasional sign-out with East Tennessee State University pathology residents
• Frozen sections and rapid on-site cytology evaluations
• Occasional tumor boards and cancer conferences
• Subspecialty focus (especially hematopathology) is a plus, but not required

What We Offer:

• Supportive, collegial team with experienced staff
• Balanced workload with an emphasis on quality diagnostics
• Subspecialty focus opportunities based on experience and interest
• Healthy work-life balance: only 5-6 call weeks per year
• No autopsies
• Competitive compensation and benefits package includes starting with 6 weeks paid vacation weeks per year, 6 paid holidays, health insurance, and a profit-sharing retirement plan
• Partnership track position includes no buy-in and salary potential in the top 95th percentile

Requirements:

• MD or DO with AP/CP Board Certification
• Current (or eligible for) medical license in Tennessee and Virginia
• Excellent diagnostic and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively