Pathologist - Full-Time 1.0 FTE

Alameda Health System; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 163,080 - 177,558; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Alameda Health System is seeking a Pathologist to provide Anatomic & Clinical pathology services across several hospitals in California. The ideal candidate must have a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) and is expected to perform a variety of crucial diagnostic duties.

This role involves conducting examinations of tissues and body fluids, alongside clinical laboratory leadership. A valid California medical license is essential.

Compensation ranges from $118.38 to $128.89 per hour, complemented by a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Valid license to practice medicine in California.
• Expertise in blood product use and laboratory test interpretation.
• Experience in rapid intra-operative consultations.

Responsibilities

• Perform examinations of body fluid and tissue samples.
• Assist in rapid intra-operative consultations.
• Lead Clinical Laboratory as medical director.

Skills

Anatomic Pathology

Clinical Pathology

Microscopic examinations

Surgical consultations

Quality Management systems

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Anatomic Pathology or Clinical Pathology

Job description

Pathologist

Alameda Health System Oakland, California, United States Medical

About this position

SUMMARY: The physician will provide Anatomic & Clinical pathology services for Alameda Health System. Services will be on-site at Highland Hospital, San Leandro Hospital, and Alameda Hospital.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Anatomic Pathology expected duties:

• Perform gross and microscopic examinations of all submitted body fluid and tissue samples, as needed, with timely integration of these findings into a final diagnostic report that is accurate and clinically relevant.
• Perform fine needle aspiration biopsies of palpable masses in clinic, ED and hospitalized patients with subsequent interpretation of the cytologic smears and generation of a cytopathologic diagnosis and interpretive report.
• Assist surgeons, interventional radiologists, and other providers with rapid intra-operative consultations when clinically needed, using cytologic and/or frozen section methodologies.
• Perform microscopic examinations of submitted body fluids to rule out malignancy and infection, as clinically requested, and render a cytopathologic diagnosis and interpretive report.
• Determine whether appropriate, and if yes, coordinate and interpret post-mortem examinations at the request of medical providers, with rapid communication of a preliminary autopsy diagnosis and timely completion of a full autopsy report.
• Attend multidisciplinary, patient‑care focused meetings, such as Tumor Boards, to present the pathologic findings and assist in the interpretation of the results.

Clinical Pathology expected duties:

• Provide medical director leadership to the Clinical Laboratory.
• Provide assistance to medical providers in the proper selection and interpretation of laboratory tests.
• Possess the expertise to serve as Director of the Transfusion Service.
• Provide assistance to medical providers in the appropriate use of blood products.
• Interpret and provide clinical consultation for clinical laboratory results related to Blood Bank, Clinical Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology (including peripheral smear review & consultation), Microbiology, Urinalysis, Esoteric send‑out testing, and other testing or testing‑related pathology subspecialties essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment (e.g., Clinical Informatics, Hematopathology, Molecular Genetic pathology, Neuropathology, Pediatric Pathology, Toxicology, Histocompatibility, Cytogenetics).
• Accountable for the Quality Management systems (overall laboratory and individual test sections).
• Responsible and accountable for maintaining valid accreditation and licensure for Laboratory & Pathology services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is required.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or both.
• Valid license to practice medicine in the State of California.
• Valid DEA license (not required for Pathologists).

Compensation

Pay Range: $118.38 - $128.89 per hour. The pay range reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers a generous, comprehensive benefits program.