Dermatopathologist

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC in Needham, MA is seeking an experienced Pathologist with Dermatopathology expertise to analyze clinical aspects of dermatologic diseases and provide accurate, clinically relevant pathologic diagnoses.

The ideal candidate will hold an MD with ABP certification/eligibility in AP or AP/CP, be eligible for Massachusetts licensure, and be capable of teaching trainees and collaborating with clinicians.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor with Anatomical Pathology Board certification or eligibility and relevant experience and/or fellowship training in Dermatopathology.
• Medical Doctor or equivalent medical professional degree.
• Board Certified or eligible in AP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology.
• Significant expertise or fellowship training in Dermatopathology is preferred.
• Hold or be eligible to obtain unrestricted medical licensure in Massachusetts and other states.
• Strong scientific skills in surgical pathology, particularly Dermatopathology.
• Ability to effectively present ideas, findings, and document complex concepts in both written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine pathologic examination of Dermatologic biopsies.
• Evaluate surgical Dermatopathology specimens and render insightful and comprehensive diagnoses to enable clinicians to best treat their patients.
• Consult with peer Pathologists on cases as requested or needed.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs, i.e., serve as reviewer for cases and participate in intradepartmental conferences to ensure and improve accuracy of diagnoses and quality of care.
• May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents and fellows engaged in specialty training.
• May be involved in research activities.
• Follows established policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• Promote and work to improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
• Enhance personal and company reputation through one or more of the following activities: research/publishing, marketing, training, and/or leadership.

Skills

Dermatopathology expertise

Communication skills

Education

Medical Doctor degree

Board Certification in AP or AP/CP

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: IDX Needham MA Site - NEEDHAM, MA 02494Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $300,000.00 - $500,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Health Care

About Us

Inform Diagnostics, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized diagnostics laboratory focused on anatomic pathology subspecialties including gastrointestinal pathology, dermatopathology, urologic pathology, hematopathology, and breast pathology.

Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.

Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.

Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.

Summary of Position

The Pathologist, with expertise and/or fellowship training in Dermatopathology, will analyze and understand the clinical aspect of dermatologic diseases in order to provide superior and up-to-date clinically relevant pathological diagnoses and be capable of explaining the clinical and pathological significance of his/her interpretations.

Key Job Elements

• Conduct routine pathologic examination of Dermatologic biopsies.
• Evaluate surgical Dermatopathology specimens and render insightful and comprehensive diagnoses to enable clinicians to best treat their patients.
• Consult with peer Pathologists on cases as requested or needed.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs, i.e., serve as reviewer for cases and participate in intradepartmental conferences to ensure and improve accuracy of diagnoses and quality of care.
• May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents and fellows engaged in specialty training.
• May be involved in research activities.
• Follows established policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• Promote and work to improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
• Enhance personal and company reputation through one or more of the following activities: research/publishing, marketing, training, and/or leadership.

QualificationsKnowledge/Experience

• Medical Doctor with Anatomical Pathology Board certification or eligibility and relevant experience and/or fellowship training in Dermatopathology.
• Medical Doctor or equivalent medical professional degree.
• Board Certified or eligible in AP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology.
• Significant expertise or fellowship training in Dermatopathology is preferred.
• Hold or be eligible to obtain unrestricted medical licensure in Massachusetts and other states.
• Strong scientific skills in surgical pathology, particularly Dermatopathology.
• Ability to effectively present ideas, findings, and document complex concepts in both written and oral communication.

Environment

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

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