Job Description
We are seeking a Board-Certified Anatomic Pathologist for locum tenens coverage due to a staffing shortage. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative pathology team in a well-equipped hospital-based laboratory environment with no call responsibilities.
The locum provider will perform general anatomic pathology services including surgical pathology, frozen sections, and cytology.
Case Volume:
13,000 surgical specimens/year
3,000 cytology specimens/year
Position Overview:
General Anatomic Pathology
Surgical Pathology
Cytology (GYN & Non-GYN)
Perform and interpret frozen sections
Gross own specimens
Cut own frozen sections on cryostat
Utilize ThinPrep methodology for cytology
Work within EPIC/Beaker documentation system
Other pathologists will be present during coverage. No supervision of other healthcare providers required
Team & Support Staff:
4 Pathologists
5 Histotechnologists
1 Pathology Assistant
2 Cytotechnologists
Laboratory Certifications
CLIA Certified
New York State Certified
Equipment
ThinPrep Integrated Imager (Hologic)
Cryostat: Avantik QS12UV, Avantik QS II
Microscopes: Nikon Eclipse E400, Olympus BX41
Requirements:
AP Board Certified
Active New York State Medical License
Cytology Proficiency Exam required for GYN cytology
Ability to gross specimens and cut frozen sections independently
