À propos de ce poste UNIV - Open Rank - Transfusion Medicine Associate Medical Director - Path & Lab chez Medical University of South Carolina
Job Description Summary
Charleston, SC | Transfusion Medicine PathologistJoin a team that’s Changing What’s Possible – The Medical University of South Carolina’s (MUSC) nationally recognized Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine seeks an academically-oriented board-certified Transfusion Medicine Physician. MUSC, Charleston Division, is the quaternary medical center for South Carolina and provides a comprehensive transplant program, NCI-designated Hollings Cancer Center, Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital / Pearl Tourville Women’s Pavilion, Ashley River Tower, and Main Hospital. A contiguous dedicated Cancer Hospital is planned for construction within the next five years. The pathology department provides comprehensive services across the Division. Our department has approximately $5 million dollars in extramural funding annually and is consistently ranked in the upper half of pathology departments in the United States for National Institutes of Health funding. The hospital supports a large solid organ transplant program including liver, kidney, heart, and lung transplants as well as adult and pediatric stem cell transplant program. In addition, there are two Level 1 trauma centers. In supporting these services and the additional transfusion needs of MUSC, the transfusion service currently provides more than 50,000 blood products. In addition, the transfusion service physician also acts as the director of the cell therapy processing laboratory which supports approximately 260 stem cell transplants and CAR-T procedures annually. FACT requires that the processing laboratory director have at least 2 years of experience and/or training to qualify as the director of a stem cell processing laboratory.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
FacultyCost Center
CC001006 COM PATH Laboratory Medicine CCPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
We are seeking
An academically oriented candidate with 2-8 years of post-fellowship experience in Transfusion Medicine including at least 2 years training / experience in cell therapy (stem cell) processing laboratory; current fellow/recent graduates will be considered
MD or equivalent degree with relevant pathology specialty training and certification by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic, Clinical, and Transfusion Medicine. Clinical Pathology/Transfusion candidates will be considered.
Eligibility for medical licensure in South Carolina
Proficiency in the interpretation of results for those techniques employed in the clinical work-up of cases for transfusion services and complications
Performance and optimization of quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results
Knowledge and experience in transfusion medicine accreditation maintenance, test development, validation, and implementation
Experience in fostering collaborative relationships with clinicians and researchers as well as serving as a resource to technologists at the bench
Participation in clinical and/or translational research endeavors
Excellent communication skills, work ethic, and collaborative approach to patient care
Active participation in teaching of medical students and training of pathology residents and fellows
Active participation in the ACGME-accredited molecular genetic pathology fellowship training program ongoing development and training
Active participation in the academic mission of the Department
MUSC Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Collaborative team composed of >60 faculty
High quality training programs with 22 residents and 10-12 fellows who have had a 100% board passage rate for the past 7 years
CAP, AABB, ASHI, and FACT certifications and accreditations
The Department offers an ACGME-accredited fellowship programs in Cytopathology, Neuropathology, Hematopathology, Dermatopathology, and Molecular Genetic Pathology with advanced training programs available for Surgical Pathology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, and Clinical Chemistry.
Learn more about the Department: https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/pathology
MUSC Offerings:
· Tenure track faculty position with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications, expertise, and accomplishments
· Relocation assistance
· Excellent retirement options including a pension and optional tax deferred contributions
· Sovereign immunity malpractice coverage
Charleston, SC, is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it is easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning, and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon.
At night, visit one of Charleston’s many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.
Contact Michelle Barton, Administrative Coordinator for the Chair of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, at [email protected] .
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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