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Temple University

Pathology- Surgical

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

... Pathologist. The successful candidate will be appointed as a full-time faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level within either the Clinical Scholar or Clinical Educator track ...

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What is an associate pathologist?

Associate Pathologists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing diseases by examining tissues, cells, and bodily fluids in a laboratory setting. They work closely with other physicians to help determine the cause of a patient's illness and to guide treatment decisions. Typically, Associate Pathologists hold a medical degree and have completed specialized training in pathology, often as part of a residency program. Their responsibilities may include performing autopsies, interpreting laboratory results, and participating in research or teaching activities within hospitals or laboratories.

What is the difference between Associate Pathologist vs Staff Pathologist?

AspectAssociate PathologistStaff Pathologist
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology residency, board certificationMedical degree, pathology residency, board certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, laboratories, academic institutionsHospitals, laboratories, academic institutions
Job RoleAssists senior pathologists, handles routine cases, supports diagnosticsDiagnoses complex cases, reports findings, consults with clinicians

Both Associate Pathologists and Staff Pathologists require similar credentials and work in comparable environments. The main difference lies in experience and responsibility levels, with Associate Pathologists often being in a more junior or supporting role, while Staff Pathologists handle more complex cases independently.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an associate pathologist?

To thrive as an Associate Pathologist, you need a medical degree (MD or DO), completion of a pathology residency, and board certification in pathology. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), diagnostic imaging tools, and specialized staining techniques is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help pathologists interpret results and collaborate with clinical teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring accurate diagnoses and supporting optimal patient care.

What challenges do associate pathologists face when transitioning from residency to a hospital or laboratory setting?

Associate Pathologists often encounter challenges such as adjusting to increased case volume, managing time efficiently while balancing diagnostic responsibilities, and adapting to the workflow of a multidisciplinary team. They must also become proficient in handling more complex cases independently and may need to quickly familiarize themselves with lab-specific protocols and technology. Building effective communication with clinicians and laboratory staff is essential to ensure accurate and timely diagnoses, which contributes to patient care and team success.

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Academic Surgical Pathologist

Jefferson

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor In Gastrointestinal, Pancreas And Liver Pathology

The Department of Pathology, Anatomy and Cell Biology of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is recruiting for a board certified, full-time faculty member at the Assistant/Associate Professor level with subspecialty fellowship training in Gastrointestinal, Pancreas and Liver Pathology, in the Clinical Scholar track or Clinical Educator track, commensurate with training, experience, and academic record.

This position will involve clinical sign-out duties in GI/Hepatobiliary/Pancreas subspecialty; additional areas of interest/training, such as breast, ENT, and soft tissue pathology, are also highly desirable. The candidate will participate in resident training activities and clinical conferences. The Department has an ACGME accredited residency program and subspecialty fellowship. Medical licensure in Pennsylvania is required.

The Department places an emphasis on scholarships. The successful candidate will be expected to be a member of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University teaching faculty, and time will be allocated to pursue the in-departmental and interdepartmental opportunities for independent and/or translational research. Development of specialized expertise is strongly encouraged.

Work Shift: Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Employee Entity: Primary Location Address

132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospital campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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