Pathologist Jobs in North Carolina
Pathologist jobs in North Carolina are consistently active, with demand concentrated in academic medical centers, large hospital networks, and independent reference laboratories from the Research Triangle to Charlotte and the Triad. The strongest hiring metros are Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte, and Greensboro, where employers like Duke University Health System, Atrium Health, and Labcorp, which is headquartered in Burlington, maintain ongoing pathologist needs at every level from fresh-out-of-fellowship to department director. Anatomic, clinical, and molecular pathology are the most sought-after specialties in the state's current listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and communication/ cognitive impairments, utilizing a variety of evidenced based therapeutic techniques
- Establish treatment goals, as well as develop and implement appropriate Speech Pathology treatment programs based upon a full clinical evaluation
- Provide rehabilitative services to patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated team.
- Participate in clinical conferences to share and coordinate the plan of care for patients
- Treat residents one on one so each patient gets individualized attention through private treatment sessions with a functional based treatment approach
- The ability to individualize treatment sessions!
- Desirable Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend or holiday requirements
- 401(k)
- Medical/dental/vision/prescription/pet insurance for qualified positions
- Paid time off (PTO) with rollover and buyout options at year’s end for qualified positions
- Company-paid group life
- Flex spending account
- Voluntary life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Licensure reimbursement
- Company-provided CEUs and unlimited online CEUs for full-time employees
- Career advancement opportunities
- Eligible to earn a quarterly GROW bonus when your clinic exceeds its growth goal through care delivered as written in patients’ plans of care and expanded wellness and home-based programs.
- Our not-for-profit organization offers personalized therapeutic care for residents within senior living communities, offering rehabilitative care that helps improve their quality of life.
- Our organization was founded by and continues to be led by therapists.
- We are one of the largest providers of on-site senior therapy care in the country, serving nearly 500 senior living communities throughout the U.S. and growing!
- We are leaders in innovation and personalized care, which makes us a preferred provider for senior adults residing in the communities we serve.
Legacy Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
- Masters Degree from an accredited graduate program in speech language pathology school.
- Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment
- Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills
- Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and communication/ cognitive impairments, utilizing a variety of evidenced based therapeutic techniques
- Establish treatment goals, as well as develop and implement appropriate Speech Pathology treatment programs based upon a full clinical evaluation
- Provide rehabilitative services to patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated team.
- Participate in clinical conferences to share and coordinate the plan of care for patients
- Treat residents one on one so each patient gets individualized attention through private treatment sessions with a functional based treatment approach
- The ability to individualize treatment sessions!
- Desirable Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend or holiday requirements
- 401(k)
- Medical/dental/vision/prescription/pet insurance for qualified positions
- Paid time off (PTO) with rollover and buyout options at year’s end for qualified positions
- Company-paid group life
- Flex spending account
- Voluntary life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Licensure reimbursement
- Company-provided CEUs and unlimited online CEUs for full-time employees
- Career advancement opportunities
- Eligible to earn a quarterly GROW bonus when your clinic exceeds its growth goal through care delivered as written in patients’ plans of care and expanded wellness and home-based programs.
- Our not-for-profit organization offers personalized therapeutic care for residents within senior living communities, offering rehabilitative care that helps improve their quality of life.
- Our organization was founded by and continues to be led by therapists.
- We are one of the largest providers of on-site senior therapy care in the country, serving nearly 500 senior living communities throughout the U.S. and growing!
- We are leaders in innovation and personalized care, which makes us a preferred provider for senior adults residing in the communities we serve.
Legacy Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
- Masters Degree from an accredited graduate program in speech language pathology school.
- Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment
- Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pathologist jobs across North Carolina.
- Active medical license issued or recognized by the North Carolina Medical Board
- MD or DO degree with completed anatomic or clinical pathology residency training
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Pathology
- Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as molecular, forensic, or surgical pathology
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and digital pathology platforms
- Strong sign-out volume capacity and experience with CAP-accredited laboratory workflows
Pathologist Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pathologist in North Carolina?
To work as a pathologist in North Carolina you must hold an active medical license issued by the North Carolina Medical Board, which requires completing medical school, a pathology residency, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX sequence. Most positions also require board certification through the American Board of Pathology. Graduates of accredited residency programs can apply for licensure directly through the North Carolina Medical Board before beginning practice.
How much do pathologists make in North Carolina?
Pathologists in North Carolina earn a median of about $248,940 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $220,330 for the lowest 10% to over $420,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pathologists in North Carolina?
Employers hiring pathologists in North Carolina right now include BAYADA Home Health Care, Pediatric Developmental Services, and CenterWell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. North Carolina's combination of major academic health systems, a large reference laboratory industry anchored by Labcorp's Burlington headquarters, and a growing network of regional hospital groups keeps pathologist openings active across the state throughout the year.
Which North Carolina cities have the most pathologist jobs?
Charlotte, Fayetteville, and Raleigh have the most pathologist openings in North Carolina. Raleigh-Durham leads because of its dense cluster of academic medical centers and research hospitals, including those tied to Duke and UNC, while Charlotte's volume reflects Atrium Health's broad regional footprint, and Greensboro draws openings from Cone Health and the surrounding Triad health corridor.
Are there remote pathologist jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're limited compared to most analytical fields because pathology is fundamentally a laboratory and diagnostic discipline. About 9% of pathologist openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a growing but still selective market. Telepathology and digital slide consultation roles are the portions of the work most commonly performed remotely, often in subspecialty or second-opinion capacities.
How can I get hired as a pathologist in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most direct entry path is completing a pathology residency at a North Carolina program, with Duke University Medical Center, UNC Health, and Atrium Health all running accredited residency training that places graduates directly into staff or fellow roles. Physicians transitioning from adjacent clinical roles can pursue fellowship training to add subspecialty credentials. Securing North Carolina Medical Board licensure early and pursuing CAP-accredited lab experience during training gives new candidates a clear edge in the state's competitive academic and reference lab markets.
Where can I find and apply to pathologist jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to pathologist jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current North Carolina openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly from the listing without needing to create a profile or sign up first.
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