Laboratory Medical Director/Pathologist

About the role

This leadership position offers a unique opportunity to oversee laboratory operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support diagnostic excellence across one of the nation’s largest independent pathology groups. The role is ideal for a dynamic, forward-thinking pathologist who brings both clinical acumen and administrative experience to a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and administrative leadership at PathGroup’s central laboratory
• Oversee quality systems, regulatory compliance, and laboratory inspections
• Collaborate with subspecialty pathologists, lab operations teams, and client services
• Represent the lab in client-facing discussions, clinical consultations, and internal strategic meetings
• Lead or support laboratory quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• AP/CP Board Certification
• Medical Director or lab leadership experience in a high-complexity lab preferred
• Tennessee medical license or eligibility required
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Qualifications

• If the laboratory is testing samples for New York State, you must hold a New York Certificate of Qualification (CQ) in at least one category of testing offered by the laboratory