Vice Chair and Medical Director Pathology

Northwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 255,717 - 364,203; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking an employed per diem Pathologist at Danbury Hospital, Connecticut. Join a team of 24 board-certified pathologists in this role that covers autopsies at Norwalk Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $225 and eligibility for a 401k plan.

The ideal candidate must have an MD or DO, board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, and autopsy experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in cytology interpretations are essential.

Qualifications

• MD or DO and completion of AP/CP Residency training.
• Board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology required.
• Subspecialty training and experience encouraged.
• Autopsy experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a staff pathologist in a community hospital.
• Oversee a cancer program and a wide range of clinical services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in frozen sections

Cytology interpretations

Rapid on-site cytology assessments

Autopsy experience

Education

MD or DO

Completion of AP/CP Residency training

Board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

Job description

Position Overview

Danbury Hospital – part of Nuvance Health – is hiring an employed per diem Pathologist to join our group of 24 board‑certified pathologists. The position is based at Danbury Hospital, covers autopsies at Norwalk Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center, and offers a competitive hourly rate with eligibility for a 401k (no match). It is an employed W‑2 role with Nuvance Health Medical Practice.

Job Summary

Staff pathologist at a community hospital with a cancer program and wide range of clinical services, part of a comprehensive health system.

Job Requirements

• MD or DO and completion of AP/CP Residency training.
• Board certification in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology required.
• Subspecialty training and experience encouraged.
• Autopsy experience required.
• Excellent communication skills, proficiency in frozen sections, cytology interpretations (GYN & non‑GYN), rapid on‑site cytology assessments, and occasional autopsies.
• CT and NY State medical license or eligibility to obtain an unrestricted medical license.

For more information, contact Hannah Guzman at [e-mail].

Nuvance Health and its affiliates are Section 501(c)(3) tax‑exempt organizations; eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Salary Range: $225/hr.