Duties include but are not limited to: The incumbent performs tasks as assigned, which may include quality assurance and participation in the Department of Laboratory Services and hospital committees and working groups.
Attends FNA and renal biopsy procedures to assess adequacy of specimens collected.
Responsible for maintaining high standards of professional services so that the Department of Laboratory Services will maintain the JC and CAP accreditation.
Appropriate analysis of surgical specimens, intraoperative surgical pathology consultations and prompt and accurate reporting of results.
Gross description, tissue sampling microscopic examinations of surgical and bone marrow specimens, reporting of findings, verifying and SNOMED coding of diagnoses in the computer, normally in no more than two workdays.
Taking photographs and photomicrographs of the specimens for tumor board and other appropriate functions.
Cytology related duties consist of screening and reporting non-gynecological cases including fine needle aspiration specimens, normally in no more than two workdays.
Performing autopsies, sampling tissues, taking photographs of specimens when indicated, and microscopic examination of sampled tissues, reporting, clinicopathologic correlation and coding using the SNOMED system in no more than one month in uncomplicated cases.
Participates in providing 24 hours call coverage for Anatomic and Clinical Pathology needs for emergency consultations.
Work Schedule
Tour of duty 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday;
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus)
Authorized Pay:
- Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
- Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
- Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
- Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
- Liciensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
- CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
- Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
- Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
- Performance Pay: Up to 15K annually
Pathologist employer: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Join a supportive and inclusive workplace that values the unique experiences of veterans and their families. As a Senior Graphic Designer in our dynamic Communications Branch, you'll have the chance to lead innovative design projects while contributing to meaningful initiatives that benefit the community. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to fostering a veteran-friendly environment, this role offers you the opportunity to grow your skills and make a real impact.
Contact Details:
Department of Veterans' Affairs Recruitment Team
