Careers · Physicians, Pathologists · West Virginia
Physicians, Pathologists in West Virginia
Pathologists diagnose diseases by examining organs, tissues, and body fluids under microscopes and through laboratory analysis. They work in hospital labs, medical centers, and independent diagnostic facilities, often serving as consultants to other physicians In West Virginia the median pay is $400,070 a year, 28% above the national median of $312,400.
$400,070median pay in West Virginia, per year
$64,350–$402,660middle half earn
50employed in West Virginia
$312,400U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in West Virginia
1open role like this on employer career sites, 0 in West Virginia or remote
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What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionWritingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningScienceActive LearningComplex Problem SolvingSpeaking
Knowledge areas
Medicine and DentistryBiologyEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServiceChemistry
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Physicians, Pathologists.
Licenses and training in West Virginia
Physicians, Pathologists pay in other states
Pennsylvania · $413,370Nevada · $384,350Illinois · $381,770Minnesota · $362,270New Jersey · $355,970Texas · $345,830Indiana · $340,300Arizona · $338,290Kentucky · $324,390Iowa · $323,460
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O*NET-SOC 29-1222.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, West Virginia, annual.