Pediatric Pathologist
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Pediatric Pathologist is integral to the delivery of high-quality pediatric and perinatal care in the academic medical setting. This position provides a unique opportunity for a dedicated Pediatric Pathologist (MD, DO) to make a substantial impact within a dynamic, collaborative, and high-acuity department. As a Pediatric Pathologist, you will join a respected anatomic pathology team renowned for excellence in academic medicine and clinical service. This career opportunity offers an engaging schedule, exposure to a diverse and balanced case mix, and the chance to work alongside multidisciplinary teams specializing in surgery, oncology, and neonatology.
Situated within a leading academic medical center, this Pediatric Pathologist position provides ample opportunity to contribute to the delivery of state-of-the-art patient care and the advancement of academic pathology. The department is equipped with a modern laboratory, advanced operational support, and a fully integrated electronic medical record system (Epic). Collaborating with experienced attending pathologists, you will manage a robust daily volume of pediatric and complex surgical pathology cases, while benefitting from a supportive and collegial work environment. The center offers a predictable weekday schedule with defined call coverage, ensuring both professional fulfillment and work-life balance.
As a Pediatric Pathologist, your expertise in pediatric surgical pathology, intraoperative consultations, and multidisciplinary care will be highly valued. The position involves a range of responsibilities, including gross specimen examination, rapid case review, and consultative services. This is a limited, high-quality academic opening that enables you to engage with challenging cases and contribute to the ongoing education and mentorship within the department. The opportunity is ideal for those seeking a rewarding assignment in a collaborative academic setting, with the flexibility of a locum or contract role.
Working in New Jersey, you will experience a vibrant healthcare community, access to cutting-edge clinical resources, and the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of pediatric patients and their families. The academic medical center is recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research, providing an exceptional environment for professional growth and development. If you are seeking a Pediatric Pathologist role that combines academic engagement, collaborative teamwork, and clinical impact, this opportunity offers an ideal platform for your skills and aspirations.
Pediatric Pathologist - Summary- Join a leading academic medical center as a Pediatric Pathologist
- Engage in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment
- Work with advanced laboratory and EMR technology (Epic)
- Serve a robust pediatric and complex surgical pathology case mix
- Enjoy a predictable weekday schedule and defined call coverage
- Contribute to education, research, and mentorship in pathology
- Sign out pediatric surgical pathology cases, including biopsies and resections
- Perform frozen section analysis and intraoperative consultations
- Conduct gross examination and triage of surgical specimens
- Provide rapid/rush case review as required
- Offer pediatric pathology consultative input to interdisciplinary teams
- Participate in multidisciplinary care alongside surgical, oncology, and neonatal departments
- Contribute to autopsy and perinatal pathology with light involvement
- Integrate consultative work into the daily clinical workflow
- Competitive compensation, commensurate with academic medical center standards
- Access to comprehensive benefits packages (details available upon application)
- Support for continuing education and professional development
- Opportunities for engagement in academic and research activities
- Work-life balance with structured scheduling and defined call responsibilities
- Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology (AP)
- Fellowship training in Pediatric Pathology
- Eligibility for medical licensure in New Jersey
- Demonstrated experience in pediatric surgical pathology
- Proficiency with modern laboratory and EMR systems
- Commitment to academic medicine and collaborative care
- Experienced Pediatric Pathologist (MD, DO) with strong anatomic pathology background
- Skilled in managing pediatric and complex surgical pathology cases
- Effective communicator who thrives in interdisciplinary teams
- Adaptable to high-acuity, academic medical environments
- Engaged in education, mentorship, and academic pursuits
- Flexible and responsive to the needs of the pathology department
- Opportunity is limited and moves quickly—priority consideration given to early applicants
- Academic medical center recognized for excellence in clinical care, research, and education
- Supportive team structure with multiple attending pathologists
- Full laboratory and operational support for clinical work
- New Jersey offers a vibrant healthcare community and access to robust clinical resources
- Apply now for immediate consideration and to receive a detailed opportunity breakdown
If you are a dedicated Pediatric Pathologist seeking an exceptional academic opportunity, apply today by clicking the application button. Take the next step in your career and contribute your expertise to a leading academic medical center where your skills will make a meaningful impact.