Locum Pathologist

Physician Pivot; Dalton (GA); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Physician Pivot is seeking an Associate Level Pathologist for a contract, on-site role in Dalton, GA. You will interpret and report surgical, cytologic, and lab pathology specimens, perform frozen sections, and provide timely diagnostic reports to referring physicians.

A valid MD/DO license and board certification or eligibility in Anatomic or Clinical Pathology are required. You will collaborate with clinical teams, participate in tumor boards, ensure QA/regulatory compliance, and adapt to

Formación

• Valid and unrestricted MD or DO medical license.
• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology.
• Completion of an accredited pathology residency program.
• Prior experience in an Associate-level pathology role or equivalent clinical practice.
• Strong proficiency in histopathology, cytopathology, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health records (EHR).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to diagnostic accuracy.
• Ability to work independently on-site and adapt quickly to new environments.
• Preferred: Experience with locum or contract engagements and flexible scheduling.

Responsabilidades

• Interpret and report on surgical, cytologic, and laboratory pathology specimens.
• Provide accurate and timely diagnostic reports to referring physicians.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to discuss complex or unexpected findings.
• Perform frozen section analysis and intraoperative consultations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and quality assurance standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation and case records in accordance with practice protocols.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and case conferences.
• Review and validate laboratory results to ensure diagnostic integrity.
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives within the pathology department.
• Adapt efficiently to the workflows and systems of the host medical practice.

Conocimientos

Histopathology

Cytopathology

Laboratory diagnostics

EHR proficiency

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Educación

MD/DO

Pathology residency

Herramientas

LIS

Epic EHR

Descripción del empleo

Description

This is a contract, on-site position at the Associate experience level, offering an opportunity to apply your diagnostic expertise within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and report on surgical, cytologic, and laboratory pathology specimens
• Provide accurate and timely diagnostic reports to referring physicians
• Collaborate with clinical teams to discuss complex or unexpected findings
• Perform frozen section analysis and intraoperative consultations as needed
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and quality assurance standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and case records in accordance with practice protocols
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and case conferences
• Review and validate laboratory results to ensure diagnostic integrity
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives within the pathology department
• Adapt efficiently to the workflows and systems of the host medical practice

Requirements

• Valid and unrestricted MD or DO medical license
• Board certification or eligibility in Anatomic and/or Clinical Pathology
• Completion of an accredited pathology residency program
• Prior experience in an Associate-level pathology role or equivalent clinical practice
• Strong proficiency in histopathology, cytopathology, and laboratory diagnostics
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health records (EHR)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical reporting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to diagnostic accuracy
• Ability to work independently on-site and adapt quickly to new environments
• Preferred: Experience with locum or contract engagements and flexible scheduling

Level II Trauma
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p
Weeknight and weekend call shifts
Daily Census: 50 surgical cases, 1.2 Pap smears, 2.8 non-gyn, and 1.1 FNA cases
Frozen sections required on call
Support Staff: HTs, CT, PA, and transcriptionists
EMR: Epic
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses