Join a Prestigious Team in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine at UM

The University of Miami Health System is seeking a dedicated Staff Physician in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This role involves direct patient care with a primary focus on surgical pathology across UMH, JMH, SCCC, and satellite locations.

Requirements:

• Education: M.D. or D.O., Board Certified/Eligible in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Licensure: Must hold a valid license to practice medicine in Florida.

Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in Anatomic Pathology.
• Skilled in quality assurance processes within a team-based model.
• Familiarity with JCAHO, CAP, and CLIA standards and regulations.
• Capable of independent work, making reliable diagnostic recommendations.
• Knowledge of hospital policies related to hazardous materials and biohazard precautions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster communication and collaboration.

Job Responsibilities

Patient Care Services:

• Provide care at UMH, JMH, SCCC, and affiliated satellite locations.
• Primarily focused on surgical pathology.
• Responsibilities include gross description, dissection, tissue sampling, microscopic examination, and reporting.

Specific Duties:

• Conduct Frozen Section and Rapid On-Site diagnoses (as applicable).
• Perform and report on autopsies (when required).
• Participate in 24-hour call coverage based on divisional assignment.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary tumor boards and site disease group meetings.

Education & Research:

• Mentor and teach pathology residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Engage in collaborative research across the Medical Center.
• Seek funding through sponsored programs, grants, and contracts.

Quality and Compliance:

• Uphold standards for JCAHO/CAP/CLIA accreditation.
• Participate in daily quality assurance activities and departmental committees.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Departmental Participation:

• Attend and contribute to departmental meetings, conferences, and events.
• Support the Department’s commitment to excellence in patient care and academic distinction.

Why Join the University of Miami?

The University of Miami Health System offers competitive salaries, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, tuition remission, paid vacation, and more. As a leader in medical research and education, the University of Miami is committed to supporting professional growth and excellence in healthcare.

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 17,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.