Hematopathologist/Molecular Pathologist

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The Hematopathologist supports high-complexity diagnostic services within a national hematopathology reference laboratory. The role focuses on morphologic interpretation, integration of advanced ancillary studies (flow cytometry, cytogenetics, molecular diagnostics), and consultative reporting for referring hospitals and oncology practices nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Diagnostic Interpretation

• Evaluate and diagnose peripheral blood smears, bone marrow aspirates, biopsies, and clot sections.
• Perform detailed morphologic assessment and differential counts.
• Integrate and interpret multicolor flow cytometry panels, cytogenetics and FISH, PCR-based and NGS molecular assays, and immunohistochemistry.
• Draft comprehensive, consultative diagnostic reports.
• Escalate complex or rare cases to senior hematopathologists when appropriate.

National Consultative Services

• Provide written and verbal consults to referring pathologists and oncologists.
• Participate in second-opinion case reviews.
• Contribute to case conferences and virtual tumor boards.
• Maintain high service standards for turnaround time (TAT) and reporting accuracy.

Quality, Compliance & Accreditation

• Ensure compliance with CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory standards.
• Participate in proficiency testing and inter-observer concordance reviews.
• Contribute to validation and implementation of new diagnostic assays.
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Digital & Technology Integration

• Utilize digital pathology platforms for remote case review.
• Work within a laboratory information system (LIS) optimized for high case volume.
• Support integration of molecular data reporting and structured reporting templates.

Collaboration & Business Support

• Collaborate with molecular, cytogenetics, and flow cytometry directors.
• Provide medical input to sales and client services teams when needed.
• Assist in responding to client inquiries and test utilization guidance.
• Represent the laboratory in educational webinars or scientific meetings as appropriate.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Completion of Pathology residency and/or Hematology fellowship with strong laboratory focus.
• Completion of Molecular Pathology fellowship with Oncology focus.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Hematology and Molecular Pathology.
• Experience with high-complexity hematologic diagnostics preferred.
• Familiarity with advanced molecular diagnostic tools is highly desirable.

Core Competencies

• Strong morphologic and integrative diagnostic skills.
• Ability to manage high-volume consultative case load.
• Detail-oriented with emphasis on diagnostic accuracy.
• Effective written consultative communication.
• Collaborative mindset within a multidisciplinary national laboratory structure.

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