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Albuquerque, NM · On-site +1

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How does a remote anatomic pathologist collaborate with laboratory staff and clinicians when working off-site?

As a remote anatomic pathologist, collaboration with laboratory staff and clinicians is primarily achieved through secure digital platforms, video conferencing, and electronic medical records. You’ll regularly review digital slides, provide real-time or asynchronous consultations, and participate in virtual tumor boards or case discussions. Effective communication skills and familiarity with telepathology systems are essential, as you’ll need to ensure that your findings and recommendations are clearly conveyed to on-site teams for optimal patient care. Building strong working relationships remotely may take extra effort, but frequent updates and proactive communication help bridge the distance.

What is a remote anatomic pathologist?

A Remote Anatomic Pathologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing diseases by examining tissues and cells, but performs their work remotely using digital pathology platforms. They review high-resolution images of tissue samples sent electronically rather than working with physical slides in a laboratory. This allows them to provide diagnostic services, consultations, and second opinions from any location with secure internet access, improving access to pathology expertise and reducing turnaround times for results.

What is the difference between Remote Anatomic Pathologist vs Remote Clinical Pathologist?

AspectRemote Anatomic PathologistRemote Clinical Pathologist
CredentialsMedical degree, pathology residency, board certification in Anatomic PathologyMedical degree, pathology residency, board certification in Clinical Pathology
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, hospitals, diagnostic labs, often reviewing tissue samplesLaboratories, hospitals, diagnostic labs, analyzing blood, urine, and other clinical specimens
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, pathology labs, academic institutionsHospitals, clinical labs, health systems
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles related to tissue diagnosis and histopathologyUnderstanding roles related to blood and bodily fluid analysis

Remote Anatomic Pathologists focus on diagnosing diseases through tissue and slide examination, while Remote Clinical Pathologists analyze blood, urine, and other clinical specimens. Both roles require similar medical credentials but differ in their work environment and diagnostic focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote anatomic pathologist?

To thrive as a Remote Anatomic Pathologist, you need a medical degree, board certification in pathology, and expertise in histopathological diagnosis. Familiarity with digital pathology platforms, laboratory information systems (LIS), and telepathology tools is crucial for efficient remote work. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and time management skills help ensure accurate diagnoses and collaboration with clinical teams. These competencies are essential for delivering reliable pathology services remotely, supporting patient care, and maintaining diagnostic quality standards.
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Open Rank Clinician Educator in Surgical Pathology

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM • On-site, Remote

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Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

The University of New Mexico's Department of Pathology seeks three highlymotivated General Surgical Pathologists at all academic ranks(Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) on the Clinician Educator track.  We are hiring in all subspecialties toaccommodate a university-wide workforce expansion.  These subspecialties include Breast Pathology,Cytology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, Genitourinary Pathology, GYN Pathology,Head/Neck Pathology, Bone/Soft Tissue Pathology, and Lung/Thoracic Pathology.  Preference will be given to applicants willingto cover cytopathology, though this is negotiable for highly qualifiedapplicants.
This position offers a competitive salary and a 6-year promotioncycle, along with a strong commitment to work-life balance.
Position Highlights:

  • Collaborative Environment:  leverage our partnership with TriCoreReference Laboratory, which provides much in-house esoteric testing forsolid tumors
  • Excellent Gross Room Support: Enjoy a fully staffed gross room with four Pathologist Assistants (PAs) and additional resident coverage. Nofaculty grossing required
  • Remote/After-Hours Coverage: Benefit from remote/digital frozensection diagnostic capabilities, allowing many after-hours calls to becompleted from home
  • ComprehensiveBenefits Package: Includes robust retirement plans with a significant employer contribution. Employees may choose between adefined contribution plan and a defined benefit plan (similar to a pension). Additionaltax-deferred voluntary retirement plans (403(b) and 457(b)) are also available.Medical, Dental, Basic Life, and Long-Term Disability coverage is provided
  • Medical Liability Coverage through the New Mexico Risk ManagementDivision as set forth in the New Mexico Tort Claims Act
  • Annual Leave: Accrual of 21 days per year (252 hours maximum accrual) plus 15 days ofpaid holidays
  • Easily accessible divisional research funds for those interested inresearch
  • Optional paid research activities through the TriCore Research Institute
  • Relocation packages
  • Tuition remission and Dependent Education Program
  • No Clinical Pathology, Hematopathology, Dermatopathology, or Autopsycoverage is required or expected
  • Yearly renewing CME funds
  • Free access to a fully stocked on-site gym and physician's lounge withcomplimentary food/beverages

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide general surgical pathology and cytology services in a growingacademic tertiary care center with a regional outside consult service
  • Participate in diagnostic and teaching activities (residents, fellows,and medical students)
  • May participate in translational research activities if desired (not arequirement for promotion)
  • Engage with clinical services for the NCI-designated UNM ComprehensiveCancer Center and collaborate with oncologists in multidisciplinary tumorboards
  • Travel occasionally to the UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center,located 29 miles from UNMH for frozen section coverage with PA support (travelcosts reimbursed, remote digital option coming soon)

This position is located at the University of New Mexico Hospital(UNMH), New Mexico's only Academic Medical Center and Level-1 TraumaCenter.  The Surgical Pathology Divisionis actively involved in cutting-edge research through collaborations with the Departmentof Pathology, the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Human Tissue Repository,the TriCore Research Institute, and the NIH-funded Clinical TranslationalScience Center. In addition, research opportunities in ArtificialIntelligence (AI) are available through a partnership with Indica Labs(HALO AI) located in Corrales, NM.
Why Join Us?

The UNM Division of Anatomic Pathology provides a competitiveschedule at competitive pay and is located in a beautiful region ideal for anactive lifestyle (world class skiing, fly-fishing, hiking, and biking).  The residency program encompasses 16positions, and the department has active fellowship programs in generalsurgical pathology with the option of independent sign-out, cytopathology withtraining in ultrasound-guided FNAs, forensic pathology, hematopathology,molecular genetic pathology, and transfusion medicine.  Faculty are encouraged to developprofessionally in a collaborative environment with opportunities for innovativeresearch and teaching.
Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and education.


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