Staff Physician

Overview The Detroit VA Medical Center is seeking an intermittent Pathologist with Hematopathology experience. Salary will be prorated based on hours worked. Qualifications United States citizenship (non‑citizens only if no qualified U.S. citizens can be recruited, per VA policy). Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from a school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia. Residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty program leading to board certification (ACGME or AOA). Exceptions: Residents in accredited residency programs who otherwise meet the basic requirements may be appointed as “Physician Resident Providers” (PRPs) on an intermittent basis. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Preferred Experience: Hematopathology. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry ≥45 lb; perform manual tasks such as straight pulling, pushing, and reaching; rapid mental and physical coordination; visual acuity (near 13‑16 in to Jaeger 1‑4, far 20/20 one eye, 20/40 the other); depth perception; color discrimination; hearing adequate (hearing aid permitted); work closely with others; work alone; ability to work irregular and protracted hours. Duties Conduct surgical pathology: Diagnose from gross and microscopic examination of surgical specimens, including frozen sections. Provide hematopathology consultations: Interpret blood, bone marrow, lymph node, fluid preparations, serum, and urine electrophoreses. Offer dermatopathology, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, clinical, transfusion medicine, molecular diagnostics, autopsy pathology, and cytopathology services. Consult on laboratory testing, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and blood bank issues. Perform fine‑needle aspiration of palpable nodules when required. Participate in quality improvement programs and meet institutional quality performance measures. Supervise residents and junior staff as applicable. Work intermittent schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr