Professor of Clinical - Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Anatomic, Neuropathology

Requirements

• Must be an M.D. or D.O. who is Board Certified or Board eligible in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, or both.
• Additional Board certifications are desirable.
• Must be licensed to practice medicine in the State of Florida.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge in Neuropathology.
• Ability to enhance communication and relations in a diverse professional work force.
• Experience with methods, tools and measurements for quality improvement to improve work processes using a team‑based model.
• Knowledge of regulations and standards of JCAHO, CAP and CLIA.
• Ability to work independently and make reliable recommendations and diagnoses as definitive in the care and treatment of patients.
• Knowledge of all hospital and service procedures and policies regarding hazardous material management, biohazard exposure and the use of universal precaution.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide patient care services for patients at UMH (University of Miami Hospital), JMH (Jackson Memorial Hospital) and satellites and SCCC (Sylvester Cancer Comprehensive Center) and satellites, focused on Neuropathology.
• Perform gross description, take photographs of specimens when indicated, tissue sampling, microscopic examinations of surgical specimens, order appropriate ancillary testing, report findings, and verify coding diagnosis in the computer in a timely manner (when applicable).
• Perform Frozen Section and Rapid On‑Site diagnoses in a timely manner.
• Perform and report brain autopsies in a timely manner.
• Provide 24‑hour call coverage according to assigned subspecialty.
• Service productivity assigned according to the departmental compensation plan, previously approved by UHealth Compensation Committee.
• Participate and contribute to multidisciplinary tumor boards and site disease group meetings.
• Participate in educational activities of pathology residents and fellows.
• Participate in educational activities of medical students.
• Participate in collaborative research opportunities to pursue basic/clinical or applied research, collaborate with other investigators throughout the Medical Center and seek sponsored program funding from grants and contracts.
• Participate in daily quality assurance and in the Department of Pathology hospital committees and working groups.
• Maintain high standards of professional services so that the Department of Pathology will maintain JCAHO/CAP/CLIA accreditation.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings, conferences, and events.

Working Environment

The work is mainly performed in a hospital environment and a high level of citizenship and professionalism is expected.

Job Status: Full‑time. Employee Type: Faculty‑UMMG.