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Physician (Pathology)

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time, permanent Physician (Pathology) job at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, within the Veterans Health Administration. There is 1 vacancy, and the announcement is open continuous, so eligible applicants are referred until the position is filled.

1 vacancy

It may close early. This announcement may close before the listed closing date if the position is filled through other means.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • VeteransPeople who served on active duty and left under honorable conditions, through the veterans' hiring authorities (VEOA, VRA, 30% disabled veterans).
  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
  • Federal employees (excepted service)Current federal employees in the excepted service; the announcement says which agencies count.
  • Federal employees (competitive service)Current or former federal employees with competitive status (career or career-conditional).
  • Agency employees onlyOnly current employees of the hiring agency.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

The job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, although non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited. Veterans and certain family members may also apply and may be eligible for veterans' preference.

What you would do

  • Perform surgical pathology, including dissection, stains, and frozen section consultations.
  • Interpret cytology slides and report significant findings to submitting physicians.
  • Perform autopsies and report preliminary and final autopsy diagnoses.
  • Provide daily medical oversight of the blood bank under CAP, AABB, and FDA rules.
  • Help with accreditation and quality improvement activities for the laboratory service.
  • Give educational presentations such as tumor board and morbidity and mortality conferences.

Do you qualify for VM-15?

With experience: The announcement does not list a set number of years of work experience. You must complete residency training and hold board certification in anatomic and clinical pathology, as described below.

With education: You need a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an approved school. The school must have been accredited in the year you finished. You must also complete an approved residency program. Foreign medical graduates must meet ECFMG eligibility rules.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
  • Board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

How to apply well

What to send:

  • C.V. and/or resume (the 2-page resume rule does not apply to this job)
  • DD-214 showing dates and character of service, if claiming veterans' preference
  • SF-15 with proof, if claiming 10-point preference as a disabled veteran or eligible family member
  • Other documents may be requested later if needed

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications listed. Your application and supporting documents will be verified, and errors or omissions may affect your consideration. Pre-employment reference checks are also used.

Tips for this job:

  • Apply online by 11:59 PM ET on 12/31/2026 to be considered.
  • If you cannot apply online, contact Jami Arnt and include CBTC-13058094-26-JA in the Notes field.
  • Show your medical degree, residency, and board certification with dates on your C.V. or resume, since these are basic requirements.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Schedules are set by the supervisor, and you may be required to work various shifts based on facility or patient care needs.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. The benefits package lists an annual performance bonus and up to $1,000 per year for continuing medical education, if full-time and board certified.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship required, with a limited exception for non-citizens
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Pre-employment physical evaluation
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required
  • May be required to serve a probationary period
  • Must lift up to 44 lbs and stand or walk up to 8 hours
  • Non-REAL ID driver's licenses cannot be used as identification for onboarding

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$250,000 – $400,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
VM-15 · VA medical and dental
Location
West Palm Beach, Florida
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Medical Officer (0602)
Announcement
CBTC-13058094-26-JA

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