Head Pathologist & Laboratory Quality Director

International Care Ministries; Dumaguete; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pathologist serves as the head of laboratory diagnostic operations, overseeing clinical and anatomical laboratory testing, interpreting complex diagnostic specimens, and ensuring accurate pathological evaluations. You provide clinical consultations to attending physicians, direct quality assurance programs, and enforce biosafety standards across all laboratory services.

This role is vital for diagnostic precision, clinical decision support, overall laboratory compliance, and fulfilling

Qualifications

• MD degree from a recognized institution.
• Registered Physician with a valid PRC license and PTR.
• Board Certified/Eligible Pathologist (Anatomical and/or Clinical Pathology) by the Philippine Board of Pathology.
• Proven leadership experience in laboratory direction, quality control systems, and regulatory accreditation (DOH, PhilHealth).
• Exceptional diagnostic acumen, analytical skills, and clinical communication abilities.
• Proficiency in using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and digital pathology tools.
• Willingness to work in undeserved or geographically isolated communities.
• High standard of professional ethics, integrity, biosafety consciousness, and dedication to patient care.

Skills

Leadership experience

Quality control

Regulatory accreditation

Diagnostic acumen

Clinical communication

Education

MD degree

Tools

LIS

Digital pathology

Job description

The Pathologist serves as the head of laboratory diagnostic operations, overseeing clinical and anatomical laboratory testing, interpreting complex diagnostic specimens, and ensuring accurate pathological evaluations. You provide clinical consultations to attending physicians, direct quality assurance programs, and enforce biosafety standards across all laboratory services.

This role is vital for diagnostic precision, clinical decision support, overall laboratory compliance, and fulfilling