Position Summary:

The Department of Pathology, Division of Pediatric at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children's Wisconsin (CW), seeks a board certified / board eligible Clinical Chemistry, Point-of-Care Testing (POCT), and Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director (ABCC or ABPath) to join our expanding Division. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care.

Position Highlights:

• Clinical & Operational Leadership
  
  • Provide medical direction for the clinical chemistry laboratories, including high complexity testing such as:
    
    • Mass spectrometry
    • Therapeutic drug monitoring
    • Endocrinology and metabolic testing
    • Hemoglobin analysis
    • General chemistry and special chemistry assays
    • Biochemical Genetics
    • Point-of-Care testing
  • Oversee all phases of testing (pre-analytic, analytic, post-analytic).
  • Partner with laboratory leadership, section supervisors, and system stakeholders to ensure efficient and high-quality operations.
• Laboratory Oversight & Administration
  
  • Serve as Clinical Chemistry, POCT and Biochemical Genetics Laboratory Director with oversight across the main laboratory and satellite sites.
  • Provider leadership in instrument selection, validation, and implementation of new assays.
  • Collaborate on budgeting, capital planning, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Participate on the laboratory executive committee as a member and in institutional committees as a laboratory representative.
• Quality & Regulatory Compliance
  
  • Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee proficiency testing, quality control, and quality improvement programs.
• Clinical Consultation
  
  • Provide consultation to clinicians regarding:
    
    • Test selection and utilization
    • Interpretation of complex laboratory results
  • Serve as a resource to clinical teams for diagnostic decision-making.
• Innovation & Test Development
  
  • Lead identification, development, and implementation of new assays and methodologies.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and improve laboratory automation and informatics systems.
• Academic Responsibilities
  
  • Teach laboratory scientists, medical students, residents, and fellows.
  • Participate in ComACC-accredited clinical chemistry fellowship program.
  • Participate in an ACGME-accredited pediatric pathology fellowship program.
  • Opportunities to engage in clinical, translational, or basic science research with dedicated time and resources.

Schedule:

• Full-time
• Salaried (Exempt)
• Shared call coverage

Department/Division Highlights:

The Division of Pediatric Pathology offers services in anatomic pathology, hematopathology, flow cytometry, molecular testing, clinical chemistry, and microbiology. The division has an ACGME-accredited pediatric pathology fellowship program, and AP/CP residents routinely rotate on service. The CW Laboratory performs over 1,050,000 tests at its main lab and three additional satellite laboratories.

Qualifications:

• PhD or MD/DO with appropriate training
• Board certification (or eligibility) in Clinical Chemistry (ABCC or ABPath)
• MD/DO candidates must qualify for State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain license, in the state of Wisconsin.
• Rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful finalist.

Why MCW?

• Protected Academic time.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A competitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution.
• Generous CME allowance to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences.
• As a qualifying non-profit, employment with the Medical College of Wisconsin may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, disability coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, generous paid time off, and more!
• "MCW offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

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Procedure for Candidacy

To submit your application, please click on "Apply Now." You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For inquiries or to learn more, please contact:

Becky Trujillo, Senior Physician and Provider Recruiter



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