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Pathologist

Location: Near Wausau, Wisconsin

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pathologist specializing in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology for a locum tenens opportunity. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a mix of scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties. The locum physician will provide coverage due to a long-term vacancy, with the potential for ongoing work.

Job Description:

• Start Date: January 13, 2025, with flexible start options
• Duration: Ongoing need, offering potential for long-term engagement
• Setting: Outpatient-focused, with requirements for hospital privileges
• Call Schedule:
  • On-call rotation approximately 1:6 weekends
  • Weeknight call coverage 3-4 nights per month
  • 15-minute response time required when on call

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Daily Case Load: Expect to handle between 25-50 pathology cases per shift
• Duties Include:
  • Surgical pathology
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) pathology, Genitourinary (GU) pathology, Neuropathology, Dermatopathology
  • Cytology (GYN and non-GYN), bone marrow biopsy/aspiration and interpretation
  • Pediatric tumor pathology, performance of fine needle aspirations (FNAs), and autopsy
• Lab Medicine Duties:
  • Grossing or cutting frozen sections
  • Hematology (bone marrow and lymph node analysis), microbiology, and serology
  • Blood bank and chemistry

Facility & Support:

• Trauma Level: 2
• Support Staff: Includes four office staff members, with no supervision required of advanced practice providers
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Cerner
• Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 60 days

Requirements:

• Board Certification: Required in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP & CP)
• Licenses: Wisconsin license required, with a preference for candidates also holding a Michigan license for multi-site slide reading
• Holidays Covered: Includes major holidays such as New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving

Travel & Accommodation:

• Airport: Nearest major airport is Central Wisconsin Airport
• Lodging: Recommendations include Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, and Hotel options in the area

This is an excellent opportunity for a Pathologist looking to engage in diverse casework in a supportive environment.