Oncologic Pathologist
Caris Life Sciences
2 hours ago
On-site
Phoenix, AZ
Clinical Research and Development
Position Summary
The Pathologist (Oncology and/or Molecular Pathology expertise) analyzes laboratory and clinical aspects of high-complexity tests to provide up-to-date, clinically relevant pathological diagnoses; interprets immunohistochemical (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) tests; selects tumor areas for molecular analyses; and explains the clinical/pathological significance of interpretations.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.
- Evaluate specimen adequacy for testing and recommend actions when specimen is limited.
- Interpret immunohistochemical (IHC) stains.
- Interpret in situ hybridization (ISH) stains.
- Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.
- Render insightful, comprehensive pathology diagnoses to support clinician treatment decisions.
- Review all elements of tumor profiling and sign out the report.
- Consult with peer Pathologists on cases as requested or needed.
- Participate in Quality Assurance programs and intradepartmental conferences to improve diagnostic accuracy and quality of care.
- May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents, and fellows.
- Follow established policies, procedures, objectives, continuous quality improvement, safety, environmental, and/or control standards.
- Promote and improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
- Assist with Pharma Services projects.
- Perform other related duties and special projects as required.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O. with AP or AP/CP Board certification (if more than 2 years of experience) or Board eligibility.
- Eligibility for licensure in Arizona and other states.
- Ability to provide high-level tumor profiling support and advance oncology science.
- Ability to learn internal diagnostic software programs.
- Knowledge/experience using diagnostic equipment (microscope, computer).
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and working knowledge of Internet for business use.
Preferred Qualifications
- Subspecialty fellowship training in Molecular Pathology and/or other surgical pathology subspecialties (preferred, not required).
- Publications using immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, or molecular genetic testing methods (especially in cancer investigations).
Required Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions.
Other
- Occasional weekends required.
Conditions of Employment (Pre-employment)
- Successful completion of pre-employment process: criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (for applicable positions), and reference verification.
The Pathologist (Oncology and/or Molecular Pathology expertise) analyzes laboratory and clinical aspects of high-complexity tests to provide up-to-date, clinically relevant pathological diagnoses; interprets immunohistochemical (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) tests; selects tumor areas for molecular analyses; and explains the clinical/pathological significance of interpretations.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct pathologic examination of submitted specimens.
- Evaluate specimen adequacy for testing and recommend actions when specimen is limited.
- Interpret immunohistochemical (IHC) stains.
- Interpret in situ hybridization (ISH) stains.
- Review batch and instrument quality control stains as needed.
- Render insightful, comprehensive pathology diagnoses to support clinician treatment decisions.
- Review all elements of tumor profiling and sign out the report.
- Consult with peer Pathologists on cases as requested or needed.
- Participate in Quality Assurance programs and intradepartmental conferences to improve diagnostic accuracy and quality of care.
- May train and supervise pathology assistants, residents, and fellows.
- Follow established policies, procedures, objectives, continuous quality improvement, safety, environmental, and/or control standards.
- Promote and improve relationships with clinicians and the pathology community.
- Assist with Pharma Services projects.
- Perform other related duties and special projects as required.
Required Qualifications
- M.D. or D.O. with AP or AP/CP Board certification (if more than 2 years of experience) or Board eligibility.
- Eligibility for licensure in Arizona and other states.
- Ability to provide high-level tumor profiling support and advance oncology science.
- Ability to learn internal diagnostic software programs.
- Knowledge/experience using diagnostic equipment (microscope, computer).
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and working knowledge of Internet for business use.
Preferred Qualifications
- Subspecialty fellowship training in Molecular Pathology and/or other surgical pathology subspecialties (preferred, not required).
- Publications using immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, or molecular genetic testing methods (especially in cancer investigations).
Required Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions.
Other
- Occasional weekends required.
Conditions of Employment (Pre-employment)
- Successful completion of pre-employment process: criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (for applicable positions), and reference verification.