Pathology Physician at Medical-Link N. America summary:
A Pathology Physician is responsible for the examination and diagnosis of surgical specimens, primarily focusing on gastrointestinal and gynecological pathology, while managing various laboratory tasks including reviewing complete blood counts and signing out specialized panels. The role typically involves 24-hour on-call duties, overseeing 18-20 surgical cases daily, and handling blood bank antibody panels and protein electrophoresis analysis. The physician plays a critical role in ensuring accurate diagnoses and contributing to patient care through the evaluation of tissue samples and laboratory results.
August 3-5 24 Hour Call
Anatomical & Clinical Board Required
18-20 surgical specimens per day
Mostly GI & GYN, some breast, liver, & prostate biopsies
No cytology or bone marrows
Review 3-5 CBC's per day as requested
Sign out 1-4 blood bank antibody panels per week
Sign out 8-10 protein electrophoresis panels per week
Keywords:
Pathology Physician, surgical specimens, anatomical pathology, clinical pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, gynecological pathology, blood bank, CBC review, biopsies, electrophoresis