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Learn More Anatomical Pathologist - Alberta Precision Laboratories Posting Date: Tue, 23 May 2023 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, Gynecological, or Gastrointestinal & Liver Pathology. Cytopathology and hospital autopsy training 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 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).The DPLM and APL offer residency-training programs in Anatomic Pathology, General Pathology, Neuropathology and Medical Microbiology, as well as Fellowship training in subspecialty areas within Anatomic Pathology, Hematopathology and Clinical Biochemistry.

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 a ctively participate in undergraduate, graduate, andpostgraduate medical teaching.

Qualifications Qualifications include a 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 $353,874.00 to $411,650.00.

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Candidates interviewed for this position maybe considered for other positions.

Interested persons meeting the above qualifications should submit their curriculum vitae with contact information of three referees through the DoctorsJobs Alberta Career Website: Doctor Jobs Careers - Jobs (albertahealthservices.ca) (keyword: MED0001OT ).

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 a criminal records check in compliance with the Protection for Persons in Care Act.

Please use the following contact information to apply for this job: Contact Name: Jean Duncan, Coordinator Contact Address: 9, 3535 Research Road NW Contact Email: [email protected] Contact Phone: +1 587-773-9968 - last updated June 2023 -

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