Medical Director - AP/CP General Surgical Pathologist#26-00454
Panama City, FL
Onsite Job Description
Medical Director - AP/CP General Surgical Pathologist
Panama City, FL
Full-Time | Days (Rotating Weekends) Job Summary A well-established acute care hospital is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead its pathology department. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality anatomic and clinical pathology services while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining operational excellence, and collaborating with hospital leadership and clinical teams. The ideal candidate is a board-certified pathologist with strong experience in both Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, proven leadership abilities, and a commitment to quality patient care. The Medical Director will provide diagnostic expertise, support laboratory operations, mentor pathology staff, and help drive continuous quality improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities
Serve as the Medical Director for the hospital pathology department.
Provide diagnostic interpretation across the full spectrum of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
Review and sign out surgical pathology, cytology, and clinical pathology cases.
Perform and interpret intraoperative frozen section consultations.
Provide clinical pathology consultation to physicians and healthcare providers.
Ensure laboratory operations comply with CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission, and other applicable regulatory standards.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with hospital administration, laboratory leadership, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Oversee laboratory medical staff, provide mentorship, and support professional development.
Participate in utilization management, performance improvement, and patient safety initiatives.
Assist with laboratory inspections, accreditation activities, and policy development.
Maintain accurate and timely pathology reporting while ensuring excellent turnaround times.
Promote evidence-based practices and continuous operational improvements.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Board Certified in Anatomic Pathology (AP) and Clinical Pathology (CP).
Active Florida medical license or ability to obtain licensure prior to employment.
Minimum of 2 years of hospital-based Medical Director experience preferred.
Recent experience practicing general surgical pathology.
Current experience performing frozen section interpretation.
Comfortable practicing the full scope of AP/CP.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead multidisciplinary teams.
Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered pathology services.
Preferred Experience
Previous leadership or medical director experience within a hospital pathology department.
Experience with laboratory quality management programs.
Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission, and other regulatory requirements.
Experience working collaboratively with hospital executives and clinical leadership.
Strong background in operational management and laboratory performance improvement.
Required Skills
General Surgical Pathology
Clinical Pathology
Frozen Section Interpretation
Laboratory Medical Directorship
Quality Assurance & Quality Improvement
Regulatory Compliance (CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission)
Leadership & Team Management
Clinical Consultation
Diagnostic Accuracy
Process Improvement
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication
Physician Collaboration
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Annual performance/profit-sharing bonus opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
Malpractice insurance coverage
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and leadership opportunities