Dermatopathologist

Fulgent-Therapeutics-1; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Inform Diagnostics in Needham, MA is seeking a Pathologist with Dermatopathology fellowship to analyze dermatologic biopsies and provide clinically relevant pathological diagnoses.

The role includes peer consultations, participation in QA activities, potential supervision of trainees, and opportunities to contribute to research while upholding high standards of diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Strong communication with clinicians is essential, and Massachusetts licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic Pathology and fellowship training in Dermatopathology.
• Medical Doctor degree with Massachusetts licensure eligibility.
• Strong diagnostic and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pathologic evaluation of dermatologic biopsies.
• Render accurate and clinically relevant dermatopathology diagnoses.
• Consult with peers on challenging cases.
• Participate in quality assurance and intradepartmental conferences.
• May participate in research activities.

Skills

Dermatopathology

AP/CP board eligibility

Clinical collaboration

Education

MD/DO with Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology

Fellowship in Dermatopathology

Job description

About UsInform 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 PositionThe 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 ElementsConduct 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.Knowledge/ExperienceMedical 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.EnvironmentFulgent 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.Please note that Fulgent (and its affiliated companies, including Inform Diagnostics and CSI Laboratories) does not accept unsolicited information and/or resumes from search firms or agencies for our job postings. Search firms or agencies without an applicable contract and/or express approval to recruit for the role in question — that choose to submit a resume or client information to our career page or to any employee of Fulgent — will not be eligible for payment of any fee(s), and any associated shared data will become the property of Fulgent.