Pathology - Dubuque, IA

Full-time position in Dubuque, Iowa (USA). Part-time status will also be considered.

About the role

MercyOne Health Group is seeking a board-certified/eligible pathologist trained in both anatomic and clinical pathology. The successful candidate will join a collegial group of pathologists and pathologists’ assistants, overseeing medical directorship for two community hospitals, a large multispecialty medical clinic, and a rural access hospital.

The caseload includes approximately 14,000 surgical cases (biopsies and resections), 2,000 non-GYN cytology cases, 8,000 GYN cytology cases, and rare autopsies. Radiologic-guided fine-needle aspirations and EBUS cases are attended for adequacy/rapid interpretation. While no specific subspecialty training is required, cytopathology training is favorable. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical directorship for hospitals and clinics.
• Oversee and interpret surgical pathology, cytology, and rare autopsy cases.
• Attend radiologic-guided fine-needle aspirations and EBUS cases for adequacy/rapid interpretation.
• Participate in clinical lab management and hospital committees, including tumor board.

Requirements

• Board-certified or board-eligible in anatomic and clinical pathology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to building relationships with clinical colleagues.
• Willingness to engage in clinical lab management and hospital committees.

Benefits

• Extremely competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Malpractice and tail coverage provided.
• Relocation assistance.
• H Cap Exempt status.
• $100,000 sign-on bonus.

Location

Dubuque, Iowa, is a city of approximately 60,000 residents located on the Mississippi River. The hospital system serves a patient base of about 140,000.