Medicine
Pathologist career guide
Pathologists work in medicine settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on histopathology, laboratory oversight, quality assurance, with pay typically ranging from $45,000 to $400,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Pathologists earn approximately $45,000–$400,000 per year with high global demand. Entry typically requires medical degree plus pathology residency, plus registration with bodies such as GMC, ABPath.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Medicine |
| Education | Medical degree plus pathology residency |
| Certifications | FRCPath, Board certification |
| Regulators | GMC, ABPath |
| Salary range (USD) | $45,000 – $400,000 |
| Demand | High |
Core skills
- Histopathology
- Laboratory oversight
- Quality assurance
Career progression
- 1Pathology Trainee
- 2Consultant Pathologist
Specialty
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