Pathologist at South Texas VA - San Antonio, TX
Washington, Washington DC, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Pathology
Salary
$225,000
– $400,000
• yearly
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Academic/Training Program
Hospital
Location
7400 Merton Minter, San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/13/24
Join our dedicated team at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) in San Antonio, Texas! We are seeking a qualified Pathologist who is committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care for our veterans.
Job Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the Chief of Pathology and engage in surgical pathology, cytopathology, autopsy services, and clinical pathology.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences, quality assurance programs, and departmental meetings.
• Provide supervision and training for pathology staff and oversee lab operations.
• Maintain patient privacy and fulfill mandatory training obligations.
Qualifications
• Must hold a valid, unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
• Commitment to the VA mission and a professional work ethic.
Working Hours
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full-time schedule (Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm) and participate in on-call rotations as needed.
• Generous PTO: Receive 50-55 days of paid time off annually, including annual leave, sick leave, and holidays.
• Competitive Salary: Benefit from a competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and regular salary increases.
• Educational Support: Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200,000) and CME reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Federal health, dental, vision, and retirement plans, along with malpractice coverage.
Why San Antonio? Experience the vibrant culture and community of San Antonio while enjoying excellent work-life balance. This position allows you to be a valuable part of a mission-driven team, ensuring comprehensive pathology care for veterans in a beautiful and welcoming city.
Skills
US Residency Trained
Current/Unrestricted State Medical License from any State
· We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate physician to provide high quality blood
bank oversite and direct patient care in therapeutic phlebotomy and apheresis procedures in a
multidisciplinary team.
· Supervision and teaching of pathology residents.
· Opportunities for additional clinical and/or anatomic pathology duties as applicable per
training and experience.
· Adherence to quality measures and Standards
· Participation in quality assurance programs and chart reviews
· Transfusion Medicine Fellowship in an ACGME accredited training program. (Candidates in
the final year of their fellowship are eligible to apply, provided they will complete their
fellowship before joining this position).
· ABP Board eligibility/certification in Clinical Pathology and Transfusion Medicine.