Hematopathologist

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

3d•$171,000 - $285,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for a Hematopathologist to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This is a part-time opportunity based in Bethesda, MD. As a member of the senior staff, provide support to the Bone Marrow Service with equal assignments as primary and secondary attending. The number of service weeks assigned may be adjusted based on research and administrative commitments. As primary attending, you will work with the Hematopathology Fellow and train the Fellow in diagnosis of bone marrow pathology; staff peripheral blood pathology reviews from the technologists; staff peripheral blood review requests from clinicians; and handle walk-in pathology consults from clinicians. As secondary attending, you will work with the Hematopathologist Assistant, who supports the Pathologist, in preparation of bone marrow reports, ordering of ancillary testing, etc. You will also direct at least one of the sub-sections of Hematology, including: Automated Hematology, Coagulation, Bone Marrow Pathology, Flow Cytometry, Molecular Hematology (NGS and chimerism), and the emerging area of Digital Pathology. Work closely with the Chief Tech, team leaders, specialists, and technologists for that sub-section. Function as a consultant to clinicians regarding test results of that sub-section, which may require attending clinical conferences and signing out testing specific to that sub-section. For some sub-sections, tests may also be signed out by other senior staff and results may be incorporated into bone marrow reports, etc. Review and guide Quality Control/Quality Assurance, policies, SOPs, CAP surveys, and instrument validation plans/summaries; evaluate emerging technologies. Ensure the lab provides high-quality, reliable patient laboratory results. Give lectures/seminars to the lab staff and for the residency and fellowship programs, as requested. Work may include weekends, holidays, and/or shift work.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from an accredited university
Board certification with subspecialty fellowship training in Hematopathology
Current, active, full, and unrestricted medical license
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience; residency and fellowship appointments acceptable.
Strong communications skills, both oral and written
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"
Candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAP surveys a plus.
Experience presenting cases to clinicians at conferences and conducting lectures/seminars to staff of all levels.

Responsibilities

Provide support to the Bone Marrow Service with equal assignments as primary and secondary attending.
As primary attending, train the Hematopathology Fellow in diagnosis of bone marrow pathology.
Staff peripheral blood pathology reviews from the technologists.
Staff peripheral blood review requests from clinicians.
Handle walk-in pathology consults from clinicians.
As secondary attending, work with the Hematopathologist Assistant in preparation of bone marrow reports and ordering of ancillary testing.
Direct at least one of the sub-sections of Hematology (Automated Hematology, Coagulation, Bone Marrow Pathology, Flow Cytometry, Molecular Hematology (NGS and chimerism), and Digital Pathology).
Work closely with the Chief Tech, team leaders, specialists, and technologists for the assigned sub-section.
Function as a consultant to clinicians regarding test results of the assigned sub-section.
Attend clinical conferences and sign out testing specific to the sub-section.
Review and guide Quality Control/Quality Assurance, policies, SOPs, CAP surveys, and instrument validation plans/summaries.
Evaluate emerging technologies.
Ensure the lab provides high-quality, reliable patient laboratory results.
Give lectures/seminars to the lab staff and for the residency and fellowship programs, as requested.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)