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UVA Health

Pathology Assistant

Manassas, VA

The Pathology Assistant reports directly to the UVA Community Health System Medical Group with dotted line to UVA Community Health Anatomic Pathology Medical Director and Anatomic Pathology ...

VHC Health

Medical Director of Breast Health

Arlington, VA · On-site

$250K - $552K/yr

VHC Health seeks a dynamic and visionary Medical Director of Breast Health to lead our Breast ... Collaborate across disciplines-radiology, oncology, pathology, plastic surgery, and primary care-to ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pathologist Medical Director?

To thrive as a Pathologist Medical Director, you need board certification in pathology, extensive clinical pathology expertise, and leadership experience in a laboratory or healthcare setting. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS), regulatory compliance (e.g., CAP, CLIA), and quality assurance protocols is essential. Strong decision-making, communication, and team management skills set outstanding leaders apart in this role. These competencies ensure accurate diagnostics, regulatory adherence, and effective oversight of laboratory operations for optimal patient care.

What does a Pathologist Medical Director do?

A Pathologist Medical Director oversees the operations of a pathology laboratory, ensuring accurate testing, diagnosis, and compliance with regulatory standards. They provide leadership to laboratory staff, develop and implement policies, and ensure quality control. Additionally, they may consult with physicians on complex cases, participate in laboratory accreditation, and stay up-to-date with advances in pathology. Their role is crucial in maintaining high standards for patient care and laboratory safety.

What are some common challenges faced by a Pathologist Medical Director in managing a laboratory team?

A Pathologist Medical Director often faces challenges such as ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality diagnostic services, and managing a diverse team of laboratory professionals. Balancing administrative responsibilities with clinical oversight can be demanding, especially when implementing new technologies or procedures. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential to foster collaboration between laboratory staff, clinicians, and hospital administrators while continually improving laboratory operations.

What is the difference between Pathologist Medical Director vs Pathologist?

AspectPathologist Medical DirectorPathologist
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology certification, medical license, often additional leadership trainingMedical degree, pathology certification, medical license
Work EnvironmentHospital administration, laboratory oversight, clinical leadershipLaboratories, hospitals, clinics, research settings
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, health systems, labs with leadership responsibilitiesMedical laboratories, hospitals, research institutions

The main difference is that a Pathologist Medical Director combines clinical pathology expertise with leadership and administrative responsibilities, overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring quality standards. A Pathologist primarily focuses on diagnosing diseases through laboratory tests. The Medical Director role involves strategic decision-making and management, whereas the Pathologist role is more clinically focused.

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Pathology Anatomic and Clinical Market Medical Director

LewisGale Medical Center

Salem, VA • On-site

$350K - $375K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Description

Specialization:
Pathology Anatomic and Clinical

$ Salary Estimate: $350,000 - $375,000 / year

Job Summary:

HCA Healthcare Pathology Services (HPS) is seeking a Pathology Market Medical Director to lead pathology and clinical laboratory services for LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, Virginia, and for the LewisGale system’s three community hospitals in Pulaski, Blacksburg, and Low Moor, Virginia. This is a high-level leadership position, perfect for an experienced pathologist interested in leading a group of dedicated pathologists, pathologists’ assistants, and laboratory staff, and in serving as the primary representative of pathology and clinical laboratory services to the system’s clinical staff and administration.
HCA Healthcare Pathology Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of HCA Healthcare, employs over 200 board certified multispecialty pathologists nationwide and provides professional services to over 100 HCA Healthcare owned hospitals as well as commercial clients. The Market Medical Director for LewisGale will assume a leadership position within the Capital Division of HPS, collaborating with the Division Medical Director and other market leaders in Virginia and New Hampshire to share knowledge and enhance quality and efficiency of pathology and clinical laboratory services.
The position represents an outstanding opportunity for an experienced pathologist with interest in leadership to practice high quality pathology in a supportive environment, while living in one of American’s most beautiful regions.
Qualified Candidates:
  • AP/CP Board Certification required
  • Medical directorship experience with desire to provide mentorship required
  • Serve as primary advocate and representative for pathology and clinical laboraties to administartion and medical staff (including membership on Medical Executive Committee)
  • Serve as medical director for main hospital laboratory
  • Provide regular continuing education (two sessions per year) to clinical laboratory staff 
  • Recent experience signing out general surgical pathology and performing frozen sections is required
  • Virginia licensed or FCVS in place preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
Pathology volumes/Cases:
  • The practice consists of 3-4 pathologists 
  • Case volumes (per pathologist): Approximately 3500-4000 surgical cases per year and 700-1000 non-GYN cytology cases per year 
  • Procedures (per pathologist): Few than 10 combined frozen sections and rapid on-site assessments per week 
  • Tumor boards: Shared equally. One weekly general tumor board; one monthly breast tumor board. 
  • Call: shared equally. Responsibilities include handling clinical laboratory calls (avg. 0-1 per night), and very rarely perform on-site after-hours procedures. Weekend call includes coverage of 3 smaller satellites. 
  • No gyn cytology or autopsy responsibility. 
  • Services providing significant case volumes include GI, breast, GU, and general surgery 
  • All specimens are processed at LGMC 
Incentive/Benefits Package:
  • Competitive compensation package including annual profit-sharing bonus.
  • Excellent benefits package including health/vision/dental, CME allowance, PTO and 401k.
  • Relocation assistance provided.
  • Malpractice insurance provided.

About LewisGale Medical Center:
 
  • LewisGale Medical Center is a 506-bed fully accredited acute care facility.
  • Serves as the LewisGale Regional Health System’s tertiary facility for specialized care.
  • Level II Trauma Center.
  • Accredited Stroke Center.
  • Accredited Chest Pain Center.
  • The LewisGale Regional Health System includes four hospitals, two cancer centers, and six outpatient centers.

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