Anatomical Pathologist with Breast Pathology Expertise - Alberta Precision Laboratories

Posting Date:Fri, 19 Jul 2024
Date to Apply By: Until Filled
Estimated Start Date: To be Determined
Address: 9-3535 Research Road NW
City: Calgary

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is seeking a full time Anatomical Pathologist preferably with fellowship training in Breast Pathology and/or Gastrointestinal & Liver Pathology at the Foothills Medical Centre (FMC), Calgary, Alberta. Expertise in the following specialties, Endocrine Pathology, Gynecological Pathology and Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology would be considered an asset. The successful candidate will join a team of 95+ laboratory physicians and scientists working mostly at an acute care institution with a smaller group of pathologists.  Participation in a multi-site anatomic pathology on-call rotation is expected.

APL is a multi-site, province-wide laboratory providing comprehensive laboratory services.  APL (Calgary Zone) processes 30+ million tests, 260,000 surgical specimens, 200,000 gynecologic cytology specimens, and 10,000 non-gynecologic cytology specimens annually. The Foothills Medical Centre (FMC), one of Canada's largest hospitals, provides advanced healthcare services to more than two million people from Calgary, southern Alberta, southeastern British Columbia, and southern Saskatchewan. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in a setting with a similar case complexity.

APL is a publically funded wholly owned subsidiary corporation of Alberta Health Services (AHS) and is party to an affiliation agreement with the University of Calgary (UofC).  Depending on the qualifications of the applicant, there are opportunities to practice in a sub-specialty environment while participating in clinical and/or basic research activities. Teaching and interaction with a wide range of learners from undergraduate through postgraduate studies including residents from anatomical and general pathology are expected.

Job Summary & Responsibilities
Anatomical Pathologist must maintain the highest possible standards of practice including prompt delivery of services to match established key performance indicators and provincial metrics, must actively participate in quality assurance and quality improvement programs, and must actively participate in undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate medical teaching.

The Anatomical Pathologist / General Pathologist will report directly to the Foothills Medical Centre Site Chief in Calgary who in turn reports to the Sector Medical Director, South Sector (APL) and the provincial Chief Medical Laboratory Officer.

Qualifications
Qualifications include an MD, eligibility for licensure in the Province of Alberta, and certification in Anatomic Pathology or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology by the American Board of Pathology as well as subspecialty Fellowship training and/or Certification in Breast Pathology, Gynecological, or Gastrointestinal & Liver Pathology.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

·       Effective communication, skills in quality assurance, operational efficiency, and appropriateness of care.

·       Ability to work in a dynamic, changing environment that allows for delivery of quality service.

·       Ability to balance service and quality imperative in a resource-sensitive environment.

·       Ability to work collaboratively, building trust in working relationships, and being an overall team player.

Compensation
An excellent remuneration package including relocation assistance is provided. The pathologist will function as a contractor with APL. Starting remuneration is commensurate with the level of training and experience. Remuneration range for a Laboratory Physician / Pathologist in Alberta is $364,597.00 to $424,123.00.

Community Info

Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named the third most livable city in the world by Economist Intelligence Units. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy, and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events, including the Calgary Stampede, and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

Candidates interviewed for this position maybe considered for other suitable positions within the province.

 Interested persons meeting the above qualifications should submit their curriculum vitae with contact information of three referees through the Doctors Jobs Alberta Career Website: Doctor Jobs Careers - Jobs (albertahealthservices.ca) (keyword: Pathology) or the Government of Canada Job Bank

In accordance with the Canadian Foreign Workers requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity. This position is available for AHS Sponsorship.

Please note that all staff new to APL must provide criminal records check in compliance with the Protection for Persons in Care Act.



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Please use the following contact information to apply for this job:


Contact Name: Edita Lauinger
Contact Address: 9-3535 Research Road NW
Contact Email: apl.md.recruitment@albertaprecisionlabs.ca
Contact Phone: +1-587-782-2122
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