Surgical Pathologist (GI)

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY seeks a Surgical Pathologist (Surgical Pathology or GI) to provide diagnostic expertise on surgical specimens, perform frozen sections, and collaborate with clinicians for patient care. This role involves teaching and engaging in quality improvement efforts within a large academic department.

The position supports academic activities and research in alignment with URMC's mission, with ample opportunities for collaboration across subspecialties and

Qualifications

• MD, MD-PhD or equivalent required; board certification in Anatomic Pathology.
• Fellowship training in surgical pathology or subspecialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic expertise and clinical support in the evaluation of surgical specimens.
• Perform microscopic examination and diagnosis of surgical pathology specimens; provide intraoperative consultations as needed.
• Collaborate with clinicians to guide patient management and participate in teaching activities for students, residents and fellows.

Education

MD, MD-PhD or equivalent

Board certification in Anatomic Pathology

Fellowship training in surgical pathology or subspecialty area (preferred)

Job description

Salary Range or Pay Grade

33,280.00 - 500,000.00

Description

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and Golisano Children’s Hospital, in Rochester, NY, seeks a Surgical Pathologist (Surgical Pathology or GI). The Surgical Pathologist will provide diagnostic expertise and clinical support in the evaluation of surgical specimens, perform microscopic examination and diagnosis of surgical pathology specimens, provide intraoperative consultations (frozen sections) as needed, collaborate with clinicians and other healthcare professionals to guide patient management, participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives within the department, engage in teaching activities for medical students, residents and fellows, and maintain compliance with institutional policies, state and federal regulations. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate diagnoses and optimal patient care. The pathologist will contribute to academic activities, including teaching and research, in alignment with the mission of the University of Rochester Medical Center.

The Anatomic Pathology Division provides a wide range of services, accessioning over 100,000 cases per year and approximately 220 autopsies. More than 35 anatomic pathologists participate in a fully subspecialized sign-out model.

Teaching opportunities are ample: There are 20 residents in our ACGME-accredited residency and 10 subspecialties fellows. Infrastructure exists to create the only ACGME pediatric pathology fellowship in New York state. The department houses URMC’s largest PhD training program.

The University of Rochester offers a robust benefits package, including generous 403b contributions, deferred compensation (457(b)) plan and a tuition benefit for employees and their children. It also is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. In alignment with UR Medical Faculty Group, the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine offers additional incentive compensation in excess of base salary.

Qualifications

Candidates must have completed medical school having an MD, MD-PhD, or equivalent as well as Board certification in Anatomic Pathology (or combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology). Fellowship training in surgical pathology or subspecialty area (preferred).

The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EOE, including disability/protected veterans

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