PHYSICIAN - PATHOLOGY

Anatomic Pathology

• Examine, interpret, and diagnose surgical pathology specimens from a broad range of medical and surgical specialties.
• Perform gross and microscopic examination of tissue specimens to identify benign, premalignant, and malignant conditions.
• Interpret cytopathology specimens, including fine-needle aspirations and non-gynecologic cytology.
• Provide intraoperative consultations and frozen-section interpretations to support surgical decision-making.
• Utilize immunohistochemistry, special stains, and molecular diagnostic testing when clinically indicated.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborate with oncology teams regarding diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and comprehensive pathology reporting in accordance with established standards.
• Participate in case reviews, peer consultations, and quality assurance activities.
• Perform or oversee autopsy services when required by departmental responsibilities and institutional policies.

Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

• Provide medical oversight and consultation for clinical laboratory services, potentially including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, coagulation, and transfusion medicine.
• Interpret complex laboratory findings and provide diagnostic consultation to physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Support laboratory testing protocols, quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing programs.
• Collaborate with laboratory management to ensure appropriate test utilization, operational efficiency, and timely reporting of results.
• Participate in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new laboratory tests and diagnostic technologies.
• Assist in investigating laboratory discrepancies, critical results, and testing-related patient safety concerns.
• Support compliance with applicable CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.
• Provide medical direction for designated laboratory sections when assigned and appropriately qualified.

Clinical Collaboration and Patient Care

• Serve as a diagnostic consultant to medical and surgical teams.
• Communicate significant and critical pathology findings promptly to treating providers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences, clinical case discussions, and tumor boards.
• Collaborate with clinical departments to improve diagnostic workflows, turnaround times, and patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to institutional policies governing patient confidentiality and medical records.

Academic, Teaching, and Research Responsibilities

• Participate in medical student, resident, and fellow education as assigned.
• Provide instruction through lectures, case conferences, microscopy sessions, and clinical teaching.
• Contribute to scholarly activities, clinical research, and publications when applicable.
• Participate in departmental meetings, educational conferences, and continuing medical education.
• Support the academic and educational mission of The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution or an accepted equivalent.
• Training: Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology or equivalent training meeting applicable board eligibility requirements.
• Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology through the American Board of Pathology. Board certification may be required within a designated period following appointment.
• Licensure: Eligible for and able to maintain an unrestricted medical license in the District of Columbia.
• Credentialing: Must meet GW Hospital medical staff appointment, credentialing, and clinical privilege requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience practicing in an academic medical center or tertiary care hospital.
• Fellowship training in a pathology subspecialty, such as surgical pathology, cytopathology, hematopathology, gastrointestinal pathology, or another area aligned with departmental needs.
• Experience with complex surgical pathology and oncologic diagnostic services.
• Familiarity with laboratory accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Experience with digital pathology, molecular diagnostics, and laboratory information systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills in anatomic and clinical pathology.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload while maintaining diagnostic accuracy and turnaround expectations.
• Effective communication with physicians, laboratory staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Knowledge of pathology laboratory operations and patient safety practices.
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and evidence-based medical practice.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-volume clinical environment.

Work Environment

The physician will practice within a hospital-based pathology and laboratory medicine environment supporting inpatient, outpatient, surgical, emergency, and specialty services. Responsibilities may include participation in on-call coverage, weekend rotations, and urgent diagnostic consultations, as determined by departmental staffing and service requirements.