Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky
Pathologist jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in academic medical centers, hospital health systems, and regional reference laboratories, with demand at every level from early-career staff pathologist to department director. The largest hiring activity is in Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, where established employers such as Norton Healthcare, UK HealthCare, and Baptist Health maintain active pathology departments. Forensic pathology, anatomic and clinical pathology, and subspecialties such as hematopathology and cytopathology see the most consistent openings statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Evolve Therapy Services is a therapy management organization hiring compassionate therapists for our partner located in Phelps, KY!
Job Position: Speech Language Pathologist for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility
Job Type: Part Time or PRN
Job Purpose: To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be direction by Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.
Job Functions:
To provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, therapy department procedures and productivity standards.
To evaluate and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation
To develop a treatment plan that includes a target list, short-term, and long-term goals
Instructs patient, family, and staff in appropriate speech-language procedures to allow carry over of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities
To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems
Oversight and implementation of proper protocols for FEES/MBS with coordination of site programs
Participants in screening protocols for establishing needs of residents are being met timely and with clinical excellence
Education & Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competency
MUST have active SLP license in state(s) of practice.
Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
Benefits:
Competitive pay rates
Medical, Dental, Vision
Growth opportunities from within
- Benefits based on Full Time status
Evolve Therapy Services is a therapy management organization hiring compassionate therapists for our partner located in Phelps, KY!
Job Position: Speech Language Pathologist for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility
Job Type: Part Time or PRN
Job Purpose: To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Speech Language Pathology services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be direction by Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.
Job Functions:
To provide quality speech therapy services and initiate referrals when appropriate, in accordance with established standards of practice, therapy department procedures and productivity standards.
To evaluate and obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation
To develop a treatment plan that includes a target list, short-term, and long-term goals
Instructs patient, family, and staff in appropriate speech-language procedures to allow carry over of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities
To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems
Oversight and implementation of proper protocols for FEES/MBS with coordination of site programs
Participants in screening protocols for establishing needs of residents are being met timely and with clinical excellence
Education & Qualifications:
Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competency
MUST have active SLP license in state(s) of practice.
Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
Benefits:
Competitive pay rates
Medical, Dental, Vision
Growth opportunities from within
- Benefits based on Full Time status
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What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pathologist jobs across Kentucky.
- Active Kentucky medical license issued by the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
- Board certification in anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, or a combined subspecialty
- Completion of an accredited anatomic or clinical pathology residency program
- Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as forensic, hematology, or cytopathology preferred
- Experience with laboratory information systems and digital pathology platforms
- Strong interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary collaboration with clinical care teams
Pathologist Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pathologist in Kentucky?
To practice as a pathologist in Kentucky, you must hold a medical degree, complete an accredited residency in anatomic or clinical pathology, and obtain a license from the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure. The board requires passage of USMLE steps and a clean disciplinary history. Most Kentucky hospitals also expect board certification from the American Board of Pathology before independent practice begins.
How much do pathologists make in Kentucky?
Pathologists in Kentucky earn a median of about $324,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $208,420 for the lowest 10% to over $341,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pathologists in Kentucky?
Companies currently hiring pathologists in Kentucky include UofL Health, Evolve Therapy Services, and HiredFirst, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's academic medical centers and multi-hospital regional systems tend to post the highest volume of openings, particularly for subspecialty-trained candidates.
Which Kentucky cities have the most pathologist jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Greenville have the most pathologist openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because it is home to large multi-hospital systems such as Norton Healthcare and Baptist Health, while Lexington's concentration is driven by UK HealthCare and its affiliated academic programs, and smaller markets reflect the presence of regional hospital campuses serving surrounding rural communities.
Are there remote pathologist jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, though they are limited to specific functions. About 0% of pathologist openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the field's growing use of digital pathology platforms. Telepathology and second-opinion consultation roles are the most commonly remote, while primary sign-out and surgical pathology positions still require on-site presence at a licensed laboratory.
How can I get hired as a pathologist in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a residency at a Kentucky institution such as the University of Kentucky or the University of Louisville, both of which operate ACGME-accredited pathology programs that transition residents into staff roles. New graduates without subspecialty fellowship training often enter as staff pathologists covering general anatomic and clinical work. Candidates who hold a Kentucky medical license and active board eligibility have a clear edge when applying to hospital-based openings at regional systems hiring for generalist coverage.
Where can I find and apply to pathologist jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to pathologist jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings across hospital systems, reference laboratories, and academic medical centers. Find roles that fit your subspecialty and experience level and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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