Medical Director/AP/CP Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Director / AP/CP Pathologist

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Medical Director / AP/CP Pathologist to provide medical leadership and diagnostic pathology services for a hospital-based pathology practice in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This full-time, onsite position combines Medical Director responsibilities with general Anatomic and Clinical Pathology duties .

The practice processes approximately 14,000 cases annually and offers a manageable workload with no autopsy responsibilities and very light call , shared on a rotating basis. The Pathologist will join a collaborative team that includes general surgical pathology and hematopathology expertise.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Pathologist seeking a leadership role while remaining actively involved in diagnostic practice.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Medical Director , providing clinical and medical oversight of pathology and laboratory operations.
• Diagnose and interpret a broad range of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology specimens .
• Review and sign out general surgical pathology cases accurately and efficiently.
• Provide medical consultation and pathology expertise to physicians and other clinical professionals.
• Oversee laboratory quality, patient safety, and appropriate clinical practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable CLIA, CAP, regulatory, accreditation, and laboratory standards .
• Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement, and proficiency testing activities.
• Provide leadership and guidance to laboratory staff and collaborate with administrative and clinical leadership.
• Review and support laboratory policies, procedures, testing methodologies, and performance standards.
• Participate in light rotating call coverage with other Pathologists.
• Collaborate with General Surgical Pathologists and Hematopathologists on complex or specialized cases.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and clinically relevant pathology reporting.
• Support efficient turnaround times and continuous improvement of laboratory services.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 10% Annual performance bonus
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance offered
• The facility processes approximately 14,000 cases annually, with no autopsies and very light call responsibilities shared on a rotating basis.
• The current team includes:
  • 1.5 full-time Pathologists
  • Two part-time Pathologists: one Hematopathologist and one General Surgical Pathologist
• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (AP/CP) preferred; Board Eligible candidates may be considered depending on experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an unrestricted Michigan medical license .
• General surgical pathology experience required.
• Previous Medical Director, laboratory leadership, or supervisory experience strongly preferred .
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality management, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Excellent diagnostic, organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Pathologists, laboratory professionals, physicians, and hospital leadership.
• Commitment to quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and timely diagnostic services.
• Must be comfortable participating in a light rotating call schedule.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.