Anatomical / General Pathologist with Interest in Autopsy
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- Anatomical Pathology
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- MED00033J Requisition #
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- Jul 10, 2024 Post Date
Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is seeking a full time General or Anatomical Pathologist preferably with fellowship training in Complex Hospital Autopsy Pathology at the Foothills Medical Centre (FMC), Calgary, Alberta. Expertise in Endocrine Pathology, Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, Gastrointestinal & Liver Pathology would be considered an asset. The successful candidate will join a team of 95+ laboratory physicians and scientists working mostly at an acute care institution with a smaller group of pathologists. Participation in a multi-site anatomic pathology on-call rotation is expected.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Anatomical Pathologist must maintain the highest possible standards of practice including prompt delivery of services to match established key performance indicators and provincial metrics, must actively participate in quality assurance and quality improvement programs, and must actively participate in undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate medical teaching.
The Anatomical Pathologist / General Pathologist will report directly to the Foothills Medical Centre Site Chief in Calgary who in turn reports to the Sector Medical Director, South Sector (APL) and the provincial Chief Medical Laboratory Officer.
In accordance with the Canadian Foreign Workers requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity. This position is available for AHS Sponsorship.
Qualifications include an MD, eligibility for licensure in the Province of Alberta, and certification in Anatomic Pathology or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology as well as subspecialty Fellowship training and/or Certification in Endocrine Pathology, Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology or Gastrointestinal & Liver Pathology.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
· Effective communication, skills in quality assurance, operational efficiency, and appropriateness of care.
· Ability to work in a dynamic, changing environment that allows for delivery of quality service.
· Ability to balance service and quality imperative in a resource-sensitive environment.
· Ability to work collaboratively, building trust in working relationships, and being an overall team player.