Pathology - Physician

Company: HCA Houston Healthcare West - HCA Healthcare
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Pathology - Physician at HCA Houston Healthcare West - HCA Healthcare summary: HCA Healthcare seeks a Pathology Medical Director (Anatomic and Clinical Pathology) to join HCA Houston Healthcare West, providing diagnostic pathology services including frozen sections and general surgical pathology. Requires AP/CP certification, hospital-based experience preferred, strong interpersonal skills, and Texas license preferred; offers competitive compensation, benefits, relocation, and malpractice coverage. The role supports a high-volume acute care hospital with comprehensive services and collaboration across hospital staff and referring physicians. Description Specialization: Pathology Anatomic and Clinical Job Summary: HCA Healthcare Pathology Services and their Gulf Coast Division is seeking a Pathology Medical Director to be based at HCA Houston Healthcare West which is located in Houston, Texas about 25 minutes west of downtown Houston. HCA Healthcare Pathology Services consists of over 200 board certified multispecialty pathologists and provides professional services to over 100 HCA Healthcare owned hospitals as well as commercial clients. We provide expert diagnosis in complex and challenging fields.Among our top priorities is employing the best talent to advance care for our patients. Qualified Candidates: AP/CP certification is required At least three years of hospital-based experience is preferred Proficiency in general surgical pathology, clinical interpretations, and must have recent experience performing frozen sections Subspecialty training is ideal but not required The successful candidate must work cooperatively within diverse environments, have excellent interpersonal skills, and successfully establish and maintain positive relationships with hospital medical staff, technical staff and referring physicians Active Texas Medical License is a plus Incentive/Benefits Package: Competitive compensation package including annual profit-sharing bonus Excellent benefits package including health/vision/dental, CME allowance, PTO and 401k Relocation assistance provided Malpractice insurance provided About HCA Houston Healthcare West: 40,000 annual volume 40 hours of physician 36 hours of APP coverage daily 10 hour shifts 2.2 PPH per provider on average EMR: Meditech HCA Houston Healthcare West is a full-service acute care hospital providing comprehensive healthcare services to West Houston and surrounding communities since 1985. The facility is a Joint Commission Certified Primary Stroke Center. Accredited in chest pain, HCA Houston Healthcare West offers an extensive range of cardiovascular services at its three-story cardiac and critical care tower. The Sugar Land Cancer Center and the Sugar Land Diagnostic Center are freestanding departments of HCA Houston Healthcare West that offer the latest cancer treatments and diagnostic imaging options for patients. The women’s services department provides a full range of gynecological and maternity services including a designated Level II NICU and is a 2019-2022 recipient of the Healthgrades Obstetrics and Gynecology, Labor and Delivery Excellence Awards and Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award 2022. HCA Houston Healthcare West is also a recipient of the Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award 2022. Additional services include complex neurosurgery, minimally-invasive surgery and sleep disorder studies. Welcome to Houston, Texas, a dynamic and diverse city renowned for its thriving economy, rich cultural scene, and strong sense of community. Houston offers a robust job market with opportunities in energy, healthcare, aerospace, and technology, alongside a growing entrepreneurial ecosystem. Immerse yourself in its vibrant cultural tapestry, with a diverse population, world-class attractions like Space Center Houston, the Houston Museum District, and the Houston Zoo, plus a lively theater scene. Families benefit from top-rated schools and prestigious universities like Rice and the University of Houston. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy parks, bayous, and nearby beaches for hiking, biking, and boating under the sunny Texas sky. Savor Houston’s eclectic culinary scene, featuring global cuisines, Tex-Mex, and barbecue. Cheer for professional sports teams like the Houston Astros, Rockets, Texans, and Dynamo. With convenient access to major highways and two airports, Houston blends opportunity, culture, and community for an exceptional quality of life. Keywords: Pathology Medical Director, Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, AP/CP certification, surgical pathology, frozen sections, hospital-based pathology, medical director pathology, HCA Healthcare, Texas medical license, clinical diagnostics

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