Pathologist

Allina Health System•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system serving individuals, families, and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The Pathologist provides direct patient care and Anatomic and Clinical Pathology services. The role reviews medical histories and synthesizes information relevant to patients’ health, makes care recommendations, and provides education, consultation, or intervention to patients and families. Work may take place in an ambulatory clinic or an inpatient or outpatient hospital setting, and may include participation in an on-call rotation. The position includes diagnosing acquired and congenital cardiovascular abnormalities and determining causes of death for medical examiners or coroners; performing bone marrow aspiration and biopsy; and providing general anatomical and surgical pathology, which may include dermatopathology, neuropathology, cytopathology, hematopathology, immunohistochemical pathology, and autopsy pathology. Clinical Pathology services may include microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology and immunopathology, hematology, and transfusion medicine. The role also performs fine needle aspiration and biopsy of palpable soft tissue masses. The Pathologist practices with consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy, and legal responsibilities; charts electronically within licensure and scope; collaborates with patients and multidisciplinary teams; and uses quality-improvement tools to improve care delivery, outcomes, and workflows. The position may also participate in peer review and quality assurance.

Requirements

Doctoral/Ph.D.-level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine.
Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited residency training program in Pathology.
Licensed Physician credential from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice, required upon hire.
ACLS/BLS Tier 3 - Multisource, required upon hire.
PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource, required upon hire depending on business unit.
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource, required upon hire depending on business unit.
Licensed Physician credential in Wisconsin, required upon hire.
Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate, required upon hire.
Prescription Monitoring Program, required upon hire.
National Provider Identifier, required upon hire.
Ability to meet the stated medium-work physical demands: lifting up to 32 lbs. occasionally and up to 25 lbs. frequently.

Responsibilities

Review patients’ medical histories and collect, prioritize, and synthesize data pertinent to their health or situation.
Evaluate and interpret information and coordinate care decisions and recommendations.
Provide patient and family education, consultation, or intervention, including treatment planning.
Provide Anatomic and Clinical Pathology services.
Diagnose acquired and congenital cardiovascular abnormalities and determine causes of death for medical examiners or coroners.
Perform bone marrow aspiration and biopsy.
Provide general anatomical and surgical pathology, potentially including dermatopathology, neuropathology, cytopathology, hematopathology, immunohistochemical pathology, and autopsy pathology.
Provide Clinical Pathology, potentially including microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology and immunopathology, hematology, and transfusion medicine.
Perform fine needle aspiration and biopsy of palpable soft tissue masses.
Work collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
Practice with consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy, and legal responsibilities.
Chart electronically in accordance with licensure and scope.
Participate actively in multidisciplinary case management.
Use quality-improvement tools to develop processes that support continuous improvement in patient care, outcomes, or workflows.
May participate in peer review, quality assurance, and an on-call rotation.
May provide care in ambulatory clinic, inpatient, or outpatient hospital settings.

Benefits

Competitive medical and dental plans, plus optional vision, legal, and other voluntary benefits.
Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with employer match and an annual Allina contribution, plus supplemental savings and deferred compensation options.
Reimbursement for state licensure, DEA registration, and board certification fees.
Employer-paid malpractice insurance, including tail coverage.
Guidance through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Annual CME allowance and technology stipend.
Access to the Center for Provider Well-being and its professional fulfillment initiatives, research, and education.
Relocation assistance for many positions, subject to eligibility.
Signing bonus for many positions, subject to eligibility.
Educational assistance for many positions, subject to eligibility.
Immigration support for many positions, subject to eligibility.