Academic Pathologist, Pathology & Lab Medicine

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal pension

Health insurance

CME reimbursement

Malpractice protection

Job summary

The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center's Pathology and Laboratory Service is seeking an experienced Pathologist to contribute to quality care standards within a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and a team player, capable of supporting accreditation activities and comprehensive pathology services.

This position requires board certification in pathology (AP/CP), a valid U.S. medical license, and eligibility for VA credentialing.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an approved medical school
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Board-certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
• Eligibility for licensure and ability to obtain credentialing in VA facilities

Responsibilities

• Support accreditation by CAP, JCAHO, and AABB.
• Perform surgical pathology including gross examination and dictation.
• Conduct cytology interpretations and correlate with clinical history.
• Perform autopsy procedures as assigned.
• Provide daily supervision of the blood bank and related operations.
• Deliver educational presentations such as tumor boards and M&M conferences.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Leadership

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification in Pathology (AP/CP)

Job description

The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center's Pathology and Laboratory Service is seeking an experienced Pathologist to contribute to quality care standards within a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and a team player, capable of supporting accreditation activities and comprehensive pathology services.

This position requires board certification in pathology (AP/CP), a valid U.S. medical license, and eligibility for VA credentialing.