Pathologist - Surgical - Medical Director

This Medical Director role provides strategic leadership, ensures regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA), and manages quality assurance for anatomic pathology services while signing out complex surgical cases. They oversee laboratory operations, personnel, and technology implementation, acting as a liaison between pathology and clinical staff to optimize patient care and diagnostic accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Interpret and sign out complex surgical pathology cases (e.g., frozen sections, biopsies).
• Operational Management: Oversee laboratory staff, workflow efficiency, budget, and equipment procurement.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain CAP, ISO, and CLIA accreditation, and manage quality assurance (QA) programs.
• Administrative Direction: Develop policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives for the department.
• Clinical Consultation: Provide expert advice to clinicians regarding pathology findings for patient management.
• Technology & Innovation: Evaluate and implement new technologies, such as digital pathology or molecular diagnostics.

Requirements

• Certification: Board-certified in Anatomic Pathology (AP) or Anatomic & Clinical Pathology (AP/CP).
• New York Medical license
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership experience in a surgical pathology setting.
• Expertise: Strong proficiency in general surgical pathology and subspecialty areas (e.g., GI, breast, dermatopathology).

Key Competencies

• Expert diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory regulations and standards.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to drive process improvement and financial performance.