Pathologist - Medical Director

Physicians-Practice-Enhancement-LL; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 276,000 - 374,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Med Center in Las Cruces, NM, seeks an accomplished Pathologist specializing in surgical pathology to serve as Medical Director. This leadership role oversees surgical pathology services, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary teams to advance patient care.

The position emphasizes clinical development initiatives and high-quality pathology practices within a dynamic healthcare environment. Start date is 10/01/2026, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Board-certified pathologist with surgical pathology expertise.
• Minimum of several years in hospital-based pathology leadership.
• Experience with regulatory standards (FDA, NCQA, HIPAA) and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee surgical pathology operations and timely reporting.
• Develop and implement pathology protocols in line with regulatory standards.
• Supervise pathology staff and foster continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on quality and research initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare policies and documentation practices.
• Oversee budgeting for pathology services and resource allocation.
• Stay current with clinical development and pathology best practices.

Skills

Hospital-based pathology

Leadership

EMR/EHR systems

FDA regulations knowledge

Clinical research

Physiology & anatomy

Communication with admins

Clinical development

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Pathlink Solution NM- Memorial Med Center, Las Cruces, NM, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1813

Salary: $325,000.00 Annually

<job overview>

We are seeking an accomplished Pathologist specializing in surgical pathology to serve as Medical Director for MMC hospital in the Las Cruces area of New Mexico. This leadership role requires a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in pathology, hospital settings, and clinical management. The successful candidate will oversee surgical pathology services, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead multidisciplinary teams to uphold the highest quality of patient care. This position offers an opportunity to influence clinical development initiatives and advance pathology practices within a dynamic healthcare environment. Start date for this position is 10/01/2026

<responsibilities>

• Provide expert oversight of surgical pathology operations, ensuring accurate diagnosis and timely reporting aligned with clinical needs.
• Lead the development and implementation of pathology protocols in accordance with FDA regulations, NCQA standards, and HIPAA guidelines.
• Supervise pathology staff, including pathologists, laboratory technicians, and support personnel, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on strategic planning, quality assurance programs, and clinical research initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare management policies, including utilization management, medical records documentation, and Meditek EMR system.
• Oversee budgeting processes for pathology services while maintaining high standards of medical management and resource allocation.
• Stay current with advancements in physiology, anatomy knowledge, clinical development, and medical terminology to inform best practices in surgical pathology.

<skills>

• Experience in hospital-based pathology services with a focus on surgical pathology.
• Proven leadership skills in supervising multidisciplinary teams within healthcare settings.
• Strong knowledge of managed care systems, EMR/EHR systems, and healthcare management principles.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, NCQA standards, HIPAA compliance, and utilization management protocols.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities in clinical research or service improvement initiatives.
• Excellent understanding of physiology and anatomy to support accurate diagnoses and clinical development efforts.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with hospital administrators, clinicians, regulatory bodies, and research teams.
• Join us as we lead innovative surgical pathology services that elevate patient care standards through expert leadership and collaborative excellence!