Physician - Medical Renal Pathologist

The Department of Pathology at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (UHCMC) and Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) School of Medicine is seeking an academic pathologist with expertise in Medical Renal Pathology. Applicants should be board-certified in AP or AP/CP with fellowship training in GU pathology or equivalent experience and qualified for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Ohio. Both recent graduates and more experienced pathologists are encouraged to apply.

UHCMC receives over 700 medical renal pathology cases annually. The faculty member will participate in the medical renal pathology service, a secondary service (GU Pathology or other), the education of residents, fellows and medical students, and weekly tumor boards in conjunction with Seidman Cancer Center. Involvement in clinical, translational or basic research is encouraged. Opportunities to participate in established collaborative translational research projects are numerous.

The 900+ bed UHCMC includes University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital and University Hospitals MacDonald Women's Hospital, all situated adjacent to CWRU. The NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center supports basic, translational and clinical cancer research. UHCMC is ranked as one of America's 100 best hospitals. The Department of Pathology is in the top 11 nationally in NIH funding and has an annual total of ~ 100,000 surgical specimens.

Qualifications:
Education

• Doctorate Degree Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy with an unrestricted license (Required)
• Appointment with CWRU SOM at the level commensurate with experience (Required)

Work Experience

• Fellowship Training in some specialties (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress. (Required proficiency)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. (Required proficiency)
• Experience using EPIC (Preferred proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• State of Ohio and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty. (Required)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%