Anatomic/Clinical or General Pathologist with Cytopathology - Alberta Precision Laboratories

Posting Date:Wed, 24 Jul 2024
Date to Apply By: Until Filled
Estimated Start Date: 01 Nov 2024
Address: 9-3535 Research Road NW
City: Calgary

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) South Sector is seeking a qualified full time Anatomic or General Pathologist with Fellowship training or equivalent experience in Cytopathology at the Diagnostic and Scientific Centre (DSC), Calgary, Alberta. This position will join a group of general and anatomical pathologists, medical microbiologists and clinical chemists providing laboratory services at DSC. The successful candidate is required to have excellent skills in both Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology. 

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) as a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Health Services (AHS), is a multi-site, sole provider of comprehensive laboratory services in the province of Alberta. The depth and breadth of medical expertise results in a premium level of testing quality, service, follow up care, and support to our customers and their patients while ensuring the safety, accessibility, and stability of laboratory services.

Calgary Zone, APL, processes 30+ million tests, 260,000 surgical specimens, 200,000 gynecologic cytology specimens, and 10,000 non-gynecologic cytology specimens annually. The successful candidate must have the ability to work in a setting with a similar case complexity.

APL also has an affiliation agreement with the University of Calgary (UofC).  Depends on 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

The General or 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.

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

Qualifications

Qualifications include a MD, eligibility for licensure in the Province of Alberta with certification in Anatomic Pathology, Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or the American Board of Pathology. Cytopathology Fellowship training and/or years of experience in cytopathology specialty practice and collaborative practice is required. The ability to contribute collegially to the group practice and laboratory operations will be an important factor in candidate selection. The successful incumbent will also be required to obtain the appropriate professional liability coverage.

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 fellowship training and experience. Remuneration range for a 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 three referees through the Doctors Jobs Alberta 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 new staff 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: APL Medical Affairs
Contact Address: Diagnostic and Scientific Centre, 3535 Research Road NW
Contact Email: apl.md.recruitment@albertaprecisionlabs.ca
Contact Phone: 1 587-782-2122
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- last updated June 2023 -