Pathologist

Position Summary

The Pathologist, with expertise in Oncology and / or Molecular Pathology, will analyze and understand the laboratory and clinical aspect of high complexity tests, as offered by Caris Life Sciences, in order to provide up to date clinically relevant pathological diagnoses, interpret immunohistochemical and in situ hybridization tests, select areas of tumor for molecular analyses, and explain the clinical and pathological significance of his / her interpretations.

Job Responsibilities

Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.

Evaluate adequacy of specimens for testing and make recommendations when limited specimen is available.

Provide interpretation of immunohistochemical (IHC) stains.

Provide interpretation of in-situ hybridization (ISH) stains.

Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.

Evaluate pathology specimens and render insightful and comprehensive diagnoses to enable clinicians to best treat their patients.

Review all elements of a tumor profiling and sign-out the report.

Consult with peer Pathologists on cases as requested or needed.

Participate in Quality Assurance programs, i.e., serve as reviewer for cases and participate in intradepartmental conferences to ensure and improve accuracy of diagnoses and quality of care.

May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents and fellows engaged in specialty training.

Follow established policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, safety, environmental, and / or control standards.

Promote and work to improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.

Assist with projects from Pharma Services.

Assist as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as required.

Required Qualifications

The Pathologist must be a M.D. or D.O. with AP or AP / CP Board certification (if candidate has more than 2 yrs. of experience) or Board eligibility (if candidate is graduating in the Summer of 2014).

Eligibility for licensure in Arizona and other states to satisfy needs of the national referral laboratory providing services across the USA.

Ability to provide the highest level of tumor profiling support for cancer patients and advancement of science of oncology.

Ability to learn internal software programs for diagnosis purposes.

Knowledge and experience using diagnosis equipment (microscope, Dictaphone, computer).

Ability to communicate effectively (gross descriptions).

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use.

Conditions of Employment : Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening and reference verification.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional subspecialty education in Surgical Pathology, Immunohistochemistry or fellowship training (with Board eligibility or certification) in Molecular Pathology is welcomed but not required.

Additional advantage will be given to applicants with publications using immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization or molecular genetic testing methods particularly in cancer investigations.

Proven ability to learn and collaborate with others in a complex, multi-functional and specialty environment.

Requires a high degree of care and attention with strict adherence to defined clinical testing protocols.

Demonstrated skills and high level of attention to detail in technical data interpretation and ability to troubleshoot.

Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.

Communication Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.

Teamwork Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.

Customer Service Focus Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client / customer needs and then delighting the client / customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.

Training

All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.