Pathologist

Pathologist

Permanent Full-Time position

• The pathologist’s responsibilities include making diagnosis in a timely manner on tissues using appropriate resources
• Learn and utilize digital pathology tools for primary diagnostic work, frozen section coverage and consultation.
• Abide by medical staff by-laws and medical staff rules of the Hospital and the Public Hospital Act and other applicable legislation
• Comply with scheduling structures established by the Chief or designate to ensure that Hospital services are covered 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Be available for consultation with professional colleagues and attend staff and departmental meetings within the Hospital
• Investigations of problems and complaints from medical staff regarding the Laboratory Services and ensure corrective actions if required
• Perform such duties and services as may be reasonably assigned by the Chief of Laboratory Medicine/Medical Director
• Comply with intradepartmental rules
• Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure appropriate resource utilization and optimal patient care;
• Demonstrating understanding of, compliance with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding program plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member within a group environment
• Proven attendance record.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring.
• Models behavior that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health - Excellence, Leadership and Epathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Demonstrates understanding of contribution to patient and staff safety.
• Willingness to incorporate new and emerging technologies into routine practice.

• Medical degree approved by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) required.
• Must have qualification in a specialty of Laboratory Medicine as recognized by The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or equivalent qualifications as recognized by the Provincial Licensing Body required.
• Sub-specialization training in Hematopathology is considered an asset.
• Canadian Medical Protection Association
• Ontario Medical Association (OMA)

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Mackenzie Health's Occupational Health and Safety department.