Cytopathologist

Dartmouth-Hitchcock; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to advanced clinical laboratory technology

Collaborative research opportunities

Job summary

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Cytopathologist to join the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine in Lebanon, New Hampshire. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice at an academic medical center, ensure clinical excellence, and engage in education and research.

The successful candidate will collaborate with subspecialty pathologists and clinical colleagues across various disciplines, with responsibilities in both clinical practice and mentorship. Faculty appointment, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain/maintain New Hampshire and Vermont medical licenses.
• Collaborative spirit to work with clinical teams.

Responsibilities

• Interpret gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens.
• Perform and interpret FNA procedures.
• Teach and mentor residents and medical students.
• Participate in surgical pathology services.

Skills

Interpretation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens

Performance and interpretation of fine-needle aspiration (FNA) procedures

Teaching and mentorship of pathology residents, fellows, and medical students

Commitment to academic pathology

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology

Completion of an accredited Cytopathology fellowship

Job description

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Dartmouth Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Cytopathologist to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to practice in an academic medical center with a diverse and complex case mix while contributing to the institution’s missions of clinical excellence, education, and research. Cytopathology-boarded candidates with another subspecialty surgical pathology interest are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative group of subspecialty pathologists and work closely with clinical colleagues across oncology, surgery, radiology, and other disciplines.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Interpretation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic cytology specimens
• Performance and interpretation of fine-needle aspiration (FNA) procedures, including rapid on-site and digital remote adequacy assessment
• Participation in surgical pathology services consistent with training and interests, if applicable
• Active involvement in multidisciplinary conferences
• Contribution to laboratory quality improvement and service development initiatives

Academic Responsibilities

• Teaching and mentorship of pathology residents, fellows, and medical students
• Opportunities to pursue clinical, translational, or educational research aligned with candidate career development
• Scholarly activity supported through departmental and institutional resources

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
• Completion of an accredited Cytopathology fellowship
• Ability to obtain/maintain New Hampshire and Vermont medical licenses
• Commitment to academic pathology, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration

What We Offer

• Faculty appointment commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Access to advanced clinical laboratory technology, including our leading clinical genomics platform and expanding pathology informatics program
• Collaborative research opportunities across institutional programs
• Truly one-of-a-kind blend of cutting‑edge medicine, immediate access to superb year-round outdoor recreation, and flourishing cultural offerings powered by Dartmouth College and the charming Upper Valley communities of Vermont and New Hampshire.

Dartmouth Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.