Pathologist

Northwest Permanente (NWP) is the largest multispecialty medical group in Oregon and southwest Washington with 1,500+ physicians and 300+ administrative professionals caring for 615,000+ Kaiser Permanente members. Northwest Permanente is owned and led by physicians who earn competitive salaries, without income based on providing individual services. Our medical group comprises board-certified physicians across 50+ specialties.

We invite applications for board-certified or board-eligible Pathologists to join our highly collaborative team of clinicians and physicians. This opportunity offers the chance to work alongside 16 Pathologists, 6 Pathologists' Assistants, and 4 PhDs in a busy and fast-paced practice that serves a large and diverse patient population.

In this role, responsibilities include surgical pathology, frozen section interpretation, rapid on-site cytology evaluation, call coverage, participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards, and shared laboratory leadership and administrative responsibilities, including CLIA directorship opportunities.

What You Can Expect:

• Access to a physician-friendly Epic EMR with integrated clinical tools and support
• Opportunities to pursue leadership and professional development within a large physician-led medical group
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Full-time, 1.0 FTE position

Minimum Requirements:

• AP/CP board-certified or board-eligible
• Strong diagnostic skills in general surgical pathology
• Cytology experience welcomed, but not required
• Ability to provide pathology services across two hospitals and a regional laboratory
• Commitment to maintaining current knowledge in surgical pathology and applicable molecular diagnostic techniques
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team-based practice

We Provide You:

• Generous automatic employer-funded pension and retirement contributions totaling 21% of clinician eligible earnings with additional employee contribution optional
• Competitive compensation that is not based on fee-for-service model
• Pathway for physicians to become shareholders of Northwest Permanente
• Paid annual education leave + annual education allowance
• Comprehensive benefits including largely employer-funded medical, dental insurance premiums, life insurance, and paid leave
• Complete professional liability coverage provided at no cost, 100% reimbursement for obtaining and maintaining board certification, continuing medical education reimbursement, and in-house CME opportunities
• Total Rewards value range of $449,400 - $585,900

Current hiring incentives for this role: 

• Relocation allowance – up to $15,000

The annual salary for this position is $362,900 - $442,500 which considers an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, training, market data, and other relevant factors. In addition to the salary range above, NWP offers rich benefits that add substantial value to the total compensation package.

Why Northwest Permanente Physicians Work Here

Practicing in an integrated health care model like ours means that our clinicians have instant access to dozens of specialties, which allows for a level of collaboration and comprehensive treatment not found just anywhere. But don’t just take our word for it. Hear what NWP physicians have to say about the collaborative environment they work in, and how this model not only makes their jobs easier – it makes them better doctors. 

Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwest Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.