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General Pathologist

Quest Diagnostics
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Pathologist position at Quest Diagnostics?

Job Description

Pay Range: $300,000 - $380,000 annually

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescription Drugs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Supplemental Health Plans
  • 401(k) Plan Company match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% after 1st anniversary
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Dependent Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability buy-up
  • Blueprint for Wellness
  • Emotional Well-Being Resources
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid time off / Health Time
  • Pathologist Variable Compensation Plan

General Surgical Pathologist - Schaumburg, IL

Our laboratory located in Schaumburg, IL (a suburb of Chicago) is looking to add a General Surgical Pathologist to their team of 11 Pathologists. We are seeking a candidate that is AP/CP certified and potentially brings sub-specialty experience in cytopathology, genitourinary pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, dermatopathology, or hematopathology. We are an industry leader and in this role you will join a great team of professionals with an outstanding support staff.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic interpretation of biopsy and/or cytology material
  • Diagnosis to include: gross and microscopic evaluation, dictation, and electronic release of reviewed cases
  • Participate as an active medical member of the department with substantial diagnostic case responsibilities
  • Participate in client visits, peer consults, and continuing education
  • Perform quality control and assurance
  • Interact with ordering physicians who request to speak with a pathologist
  • Read and interpret laboratory data
  • Provide expertise and help to technologists and technicians to resolve problems
  • Participate in departmental professional Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities, e. g. Pathologist Competency Assessment Program

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine
  • AP/CP Board Certification
  • Active unrestricted licensure for IL
  • Sub-specialty boards preferred but not required
  • Experience interpreting serum protein electrophoresis/immunofixation and hematology peripheral smears preferred but not required.
  • Experience in a large biopsy or cytology lab preferred
  • Fulfill responsibilities listed in CLIA '88 if required
  • Open to flexible day shift hours
  • Occasional travel to meet clients may be required

Schaumburg, IL offers a great blend of suburban feel and city convenience. The area has top rated schools, beautiful parks, a thriving arts scene and diverse culinary dining options. With easy access to Chicago, one is a short trip away from the theater district and major league sport teams like the Bulls, Bears, Cubs, and White Sox. Schaumburg provides family-friendly living with the vibrant perks of the nearby city.

Interest Candidates Can Contact

Asysha.X.Hogan@QuestDiagnostics.com

Executive Talent Acquisition Partner - Medical

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Salary : $300,000 - $380,000

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