Director Anatomic Pathologist (Physician)

Nyuhs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a Director of Anatomic Pathology to lead their laboratory operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with medical standards, overseeing quality management, and providing education to staff. The position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the healthcare community by ensuring reliable laboratory results and fostering a safe environment. Join a dynamic team dedicated to compassionate and coordinated patient care, while enjoying the benefits of a supportive workplace culture. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital healthcare system in a vibrant region of New York.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Immediate accrual of paid time off

Wellness program rewards

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free online training through HealthStream

Qualifications

• Must be board certified/eligible Pathologist.
• Requires a physician license to practice in New York.

Responsibilities

• Oversee laboratory’s quality management system and ensure compliance.
• Provide education and training to laboratory staff.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Anatomic Pathology

Communication

Supervision

Education

Physician License in New York

Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology

Certificate of Qualification

Job description

Director Anatomic Pathologist (Physician)

Apply locations: 33-57 Harrison St, Johnson City, NY 13790

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 25 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R0000007455

United Health Services is seeking a Director Anatomic Pathologist (Physician) to join our WMC Pathology 04 department at UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City, NY. This position is benefits eligible.

Shift: Day

Hours per week: 40

Salary range: Depends on Experience

Overview

This Director of Anatomic Pathology will organize and direct the operations of the Anatomic Pathology Laboratories Department in conformity with generally accepted regional and national medical standards, the permit requirements of the New York State Department of Health, the accreditation standards of Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP) and other applicable regulatory agencies, the By Laws, Rules and Regulations of the Medical Staff, and in conformity with the requirements for reimbursement under Medicaid, Medicare and other third party payers.

Must be board certified/eligible Pathologist.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide oversight of all aspects of the laboratory’s quality management system to ensure conformance to requirements described in the Quality Management System chapter of these Clinical Laboratory Practice Standards.
2. Provide continuing education to laboratory staff that is relevant to anatomic pathology.
3. Ensure that policies and procedures are established for monitoring staff to assess competency, and whenever necessary, provide remedial training or continuing education to improve skills.
4. Specify in writing the technical and administrative responsibilities and duties of all laboratory personnel. The Anatomic Pathology Director is responsible for competency assessment of direct-report supervisors. Documentation of assessments must be performed annually and whenever new systems are introduced. Remedial steps must be documented when staff do not perform as expected.
5. Promote a safe laboratory environment for personnel and the public.
6. Ensure that an approved procedure manual is available to all personnel.
7. Monitor all work performed in the laboratory to ensure that medically reliable data are generated.
8. Assure the laboratory participates in monitoring and evaluating the quality and appropriateness of services rendered, within the context of the Quality Management System, regardless of where the testing is performed.
9. Provide advice to referring physicians regarding the significance of laboratory findings and ensure that reports of test results include pertinent information required for specific patient interpretation.
10. Ensure the laboratory is enrolled in the Department’s proficiency testing program for the testing performed and the laboratory adheres to the program’s administrative and technical requirements and for all tests with no available New York State proficiency test, ensure the laboratory adopts an alternate method to verify test accuracy and reliability.
11. Effectively implement a plan of correction to deficiencies identified.
12. Participate in Medical Executive Committee, other institutional, Medical Staff Committees, and interdepartmental activities in the absence of chairman and vice chairman of pathology department.

Staff Supervised:

1. Medical technologists or technicians assigned to their department, either permanently or on a daily basis.
2. Interim duties of the Lab Technical Coordinator/Manager include supervision of all Lab personnel, technical, nontechnical and support staff.
3. Reports issues regarding personnel to the appropriate departments/section leaders.

Requirements:

1. A physician license to practice in the State of New York and eligible for membership on the UHS Medical Staff.
2. Certified by the American Board of Anatomic Pathology.
3. A certificate of qualification (C of Q).
4. Dynamic individual with superior professional ability, broad vision, leadership qualities, sensitivity to the health care needs of the institution, Medical Staff, and community at large.
5. Demonstrates ability to lead, plan, organize and direct a large multi-hospital-based department of pathology.
6. Service orientation with emphasis on appropriateness, accuracy, timelines, and knowledge of and sensitivity of complex relationships with a diverse Medical Staff.
7. Understanding of and interest in the current medico-political climate in the country and pertinent reimbursement issues.

Experience:

Previous general laboratory experience is preferred.

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits at United Health Services

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including cancer, pet, and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match model
• Immediate accrual of paid time off
• Wellness program rewards and insurance discounts
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP) counseling and concierge services
• Free, extensive online training through HealthStream

About United Health Services

United Health Services is a not-for-profit healthcare system serving more than 500,000 people in Upstate New York’s Southern Tier region. We offer integrated healthcare services across 60 locations, including four hospitals, three walk-in centers, and 22 primary care offices, in addition to home care services and senior living facilities. The United Health Services system employs more than 6,300 people and comprises 600+ providers who are all committed to providing and supporting the delivery of exceptional patient care.

United Health Services employees and providers are “LOVED!” This means we’re Living Our Values Every Day. Here, you’ll join a team that is dedicated to values-based, coordinated patient care. Every day, we outwardly live our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.

About New York’s Southern Tier

As an employee of United Health Services, you’ll call the Southern Tier, or more specifically, the Greater Binghamton area, home. Known for entertainment and restaurants, craft brews, outdoor experiences, minor-league sports, family-friendly events, and a keenness for local history, Greater Binghamton offers something for everyone. We’re a short drive away from the Finger Lakes region in Central New York, three hours from New York City, and just shy of four hours from Niagara Falls, Canada.

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.