Physicians, Pathologists
SOC Code: 29-1222 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Diagnose diseases and conduct lab tests using organs, body tissues, and fluids. Includes medical examiners.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Physicians, Pathologists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $116,480 | $234,416 | $352,373 | $470,309 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $155,293 | $253,822 | $352,331 | $450,861 |
| Southwestern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $57,762 | $183,851 | $309,941 | $436,030 |
| Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $56,701 | $181,813 | $306,904 | $432,016 |
| Dover, DE | $154,274 | $242,174 | $330,075 | $417,976 |
| Vineland, NJ | $131,040 | $225,410 | $319,758 | $414,128 |
| Reading, PA | $159,765 | $244,088 | $328,411 | $412,734 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $116,293 | $213,200 | $310,086 | $406,994 |
| Lancaster, PA | $124,966 | $218,546 | $312,104 | $405,683 |
| Lincoln, NE | $158,142 | $239,762 | $321,381 | $403,000 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | 11 | $153,201 |
| Temple University Hospital, Inc | 9 | $75,454 |
| UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS, INC. | 8 | $233,700 |
| NORTHWELL HEALTH | 8 | $327,500 |
| The University of Virginia | 7 | $65,468 |
| UPMC Medical Education | 7 | $72,661 |
| Associated Pathologists II, P.C. | 7 | $305,000 |
| H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CENTER & RESEARCH INSTITUTE LIFETIME CANCER SCREENING CENTER, INC | 7 | $264,297 |
| The University of Kansas Physicians | 7 | $261,420 |
| University of Pittsburgh Physicians | 7 | $229,739 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 14 | $239,110 |
| 2023 | 94 | $229,025 |
| 2024 | 140 | $239,268 |
| 2025 | 181 | $248,063 |
| 2026 | 20 | $277,276 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.2 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Science | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Dentistry | 4.8 |
| Biology | 4.5 |
| English Language | 4.3 |
| Education and Training | 3.4 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.4 |
| Chemistry | 3.2 |
| Administration and Management | 3.1 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Other | 62.0% |
| Post-first professional | 29.2% |
| Doctoral degree | 6.0% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 2.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Review cases by analyzing autopsies, laboratory findings, or case investigation reports.
- Manage medical laboratories.
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in pathology.
- Develop or adopt new tests or instruments to improve diagnosis of diseases.
- Educate physicians, students, and other personnel in medical laboratory professions, such as medical technology, cytotechnology, or histotechnology.
- Perform autopsies to determine causes of deaths.
- Plan and supervise the work of the pathology staff, residents, or visiting pathologists.
- Identify the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological change, and clinical significance of diseases.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint SAP software Accounts receivables system software Anatomic pathology software Antek HealthWare LabDAQ Aspyra CyberLAB Aspyra CyberPATH Blood Bank Computer Systems Blood Bank Control System Blood bank information systems CPSI CPSI System CSS CLS-2000 Cerner CoPathPlus
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