Longview, WA, 98632, USA
17 days ago
Pathologist
**Description** **Become a part of PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center's Pathology team!** _At PeaceHealth, Our Vision is that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch._ PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center in beautiful Longview, WA is seeking a full time Pathologist with AP/CP board certification/eligibility. Our highly trained team of pathologists work in a fantastic anatomic and clinical laboratory, providing highly effective services for our community. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and must hold or be able to obtain active Washington State and Oregon State medical licenses. Fellowship trained candidates are highly strongly desired. **Practice highlights:** + Join a group of six motivated pathologists with diverse sub-specialty training including hematopathology, dermatopathology, cytopathology, breast and gynecologic pathology. + Schedule: 1.0 FTE: Full-time: Monday-Friday with call. + Evening Home Call: Two weeks monthly, including weekends, very minimal. + Support from two Pathology Assistants, reading a wide variety of cases including GI, GU, GYN, Non-GYN cytology, and Breast. We do not perform autopsies. + EMR: EPIC and Beaker LIS. **Hospital Highlights:** + St. John Medical Center (SJMC), a 346-bed hospital Level III Trauma Center. Offering dozens of medical specialty services and programs including emergency, trauma, heart, behavioral health, bone and joint, cancer, birthing and women’s services. + Critical Care Unit received Beacon Award for Excellence, American Association of Critical Care Nurses + Stroke Program - Recognized by the American Heart Association with a Bronze Achievement Award for patient care and outcomes + Kearney Breast Center - Designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by American College of Radiology (ACR). **PeaceHealth Benefits and Culture:** + Guaranteed first year income: $436,556.00 + Employment bonus, Relocation Assistance, Education Loan Reimbursement (if applicable) + Retirement, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, wellness, CME Allowance, and Clinician Wellbeing Program + Integrated Physician led Medical Group **More reasons to love our city:** + If you are looking for a community that offers amazing outdoor recreation but enjoy quick access to big-city amenities, then our rural practice could be a great place for you! Longview, Washington is perfectly nestled in between Portland and Seattle. + Forbes Magazine listed Longview as one of the prettiest towns in America due to its proximity to the Columbia River, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and many beautiful local parks. Lake Sacajawea, directly across from St. John Medical Center is in the heart of Longview. A gravel trail circumnavigates the lake and is just under 4 miles and can offer a quick, refreshing break on a busy day. + There is no Washington State personal income tax. **About PeaceHealth:** Serving the community’s healthcare needs for more than 80 years, PeaceHealth St. John is a community-governed, nonprofit organization established by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace in 1943. Today, PeaceHealth employs approximately 1.5% of Cowlitz County’s population. PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 17,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 3400 clinicians and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its Mission. **If you are interested in this career opportunity, please apply today or contact Physician Recruiter, Lyndse Clark, LClark5@peacehealth.org** See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. Referral bonus eligible **Job Summary** Provides professional services in anatomic and clinical pathology. **Essential Functions** + Performs professional services and medical consultations in anatomic and clinical pathology by preparing and submitting accurate and complete written reports and consultations in a timely manner. + Serves as medical director of a lab section(s) as assigned; provides recommendations to the lab director regarding the conduct, quality, level and breadth of services. + Serves as a resource to technical/clerical/medical staff regarding professional and technical issues within the general field of laboratory medicine. + Selects reagents, equipment and supplies in the assigned area of responsibility in collaboration with the section manager. + Participates in planning, development, implementation or assessment of short- and long-term goals and objectives for anatomic and clinical laboratory services. + Maintains professional skills by participating in medical and scientific activities, including continuing medical education and clinical research activities. + Participates in medical staff activities, including complying with medical staff bylaws and serving on medical staff committees. + May perform CAP (College of American Pathologists) compliance duties to include: periodic record reviews; equipment and test validation; development and maintenance of policy, procedure and guidance documents; proficiency testing and competency management; CAP inspection preparation, assessment and follow up; and technical and procedural advisement and referral. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Education** + Accredited School Required: Medical. + Accredited Program Required: Anatomic/Clinical Pathology. **Credentials** + Required : American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Governors in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP). + Required : Board Certified Internal Medicine and + Required : Licensed in Washington state and + Required within 30 Days: Basic Life Support **Skills** + Must be eligible for medical staff privileges on SJMC staff in the department of specialty (Required) + Strong clinical role model and proven leadership skills (Required) + Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills (Required) + Knowledge of issues related to anatomic and clinical pathology, hematopathology and dermatopathology (Required) + Ability to analyze/problem solve (Required) + Ability to set priorities and make independent judgments (Required) **Department / Location Specific Notes** **Working Conditions** Lifting + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. + Ability to move around area with frequent sitting. + Bending/ stooping / reaching occasionally. + Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently. Environmental Conditions + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting. Mental/Visual + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . PeaceHealth has exceptional benefits. (https://careers.peacehealth.org/pages/benefits-culture) EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 96610
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