What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum Tenens Pathologist position at Alpha Home Health and Hospice?
This is a hospital-based pathology role requiring a skilled professional comfortable with grossing complex specimens, including breast, prostate, GI, and gyn biopsies. The position involves an average of 30 cases daily, with up to 1-2 hours allocated for grossing per day. Experience with bone marrow biopsies is a plus. The role requires handling cases independently, as there is no pathologist assistant on staff. Responsibilities include detailed specimen grossing and reporting. The position offers competitive hourly compensation, paid malpractice insurance, and pre-paid travel and housing expenses. Candidates will have access to online assignment details, time entry, and 24-hour support from a dedicated healthcare consultant.
Qualifications And Skills
Qualifications And Skills
- Proven experience in pathology and grossing complex specimens
- Strong diagnostic and technical skills
- Ability to work independently and efficiently
- Bone marrow biopsy experience is advantageous
- Grossing surgical pathology specimens
- Managing high case volume efficiently
- Collaborating with clinical teams as needed