Physician - Staff Pathologist - Full Time - Southern Illinois
- Employer
- SSM Health
- Location
- Mt. Vernon, Illinois
- Posted Date
- Sep 30, 2024
- Reference
- R19500078
Job Details
SLUCare Physician Group, a member of SSM Health is seeking a pathologist to provide laboratory leadership and general coverage for two hospitals in central southern Illinois (Mt. Vernon and Centralia). Responsibilities include surgical pathology, cytopathology, and clinical pathology. As a staff pathologist, collaboration with laboratory leadership and clinicians on both hospital campuses will be required. The pathologist will also have a close working relationship with the pathology faculty and departmental administrative leadership at Saint Louis University.
Job Duties
- Provides Clinical and Anatomical Pathology coverage as needed; provides diagnostics such as the presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens.
- Meets the obligations and responsibilities set forth in the Medical Staff bylaws of those health care facilities at which the Employer requires the Employee to maintain Medical Staff membership.
- Responsible for reporting any damage to or insufficiency of all furnishings, medical appliances, equipment, facilities and fixtures, including scientific equipment, upon discovery.
- Prepares and maintains medical and other records as described in the Policies with respect to the Professional Services rendered any Patient pursuant to this Agreement.
- Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomic and clinical pathology
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
- Interpersonal/human relations skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate degree in medicine, BC in AP/CP, APCP board eligibility. Able to obtain a license to practice medicine in Illinois (required), Missouri (preferred).
Community Information:
Southern Illinois is one of the hidden gems of the Midwest. With astonishing natural beauty, local and natural history, and communities with their own unique identities, there is so much to do and discover here. Experience ancient history at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, the nation's largest archaeological site, in Collinsville, IL or the explore the historical hideout of notorious outlaws, such as Jesse James, at Cave-In-Rock, nestled in the Shawnee National Forest. Take in a day of the arts, dining or entertainment during one of Mt. Vernon's many festivals or a day of relaxation on the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. There are abundant hospitality and opportunities for those who call this unique region their home.
Facility Information
SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon
SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon is known for providing exceptional health care and consistently putting patient's needs first. Our 134-bed facility was recognized with a Citation of Merit Award for Outstanding Patient Care, presented by Quest by Premier Inc. We're an organization of caregivers. We represent our tiniest patients through the innovative NICU telemedicine program, in conjunction with SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. Through our leading hospital services like cardiology, cancer care, robotic surgery, and senior health, we help our patients discover a path to healing.
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia
Operating in partnership with the Felician Sisters, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia has a strong history of over 100 years of community engagement. Our 125-bed, inpatient hospital specializes in several types of care including: behavioral health conditions, cancer, maternity, occupational medicine, weight management services, wound care, and many more. We're the proud recipients of the Outstanding Patient Experience and Critical Care Excellence awards presented by Healthgrades for six consecutive years. We take pride in all of our accomplishments and it shows in how we take care of you and your family, day in and day out. Each and every day the compassionate employees and physicians at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital bring hope and healing to Centralia.
How to apply:
Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, application, and current curriculum vitae online
Send inquiries and names and addresses of references to:
Katherine J. Robbins, M.D.
Interim Chair of Pathology
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
katherine.j.robbins@health.slu.edu
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Company
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