Anatomic or General Pathologist with Cytopathology Fellowship

Anatomic or General Pathologist, with Cytopathology Fellowship

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) North Sector, in partnership with the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, in Edmonton, Alberta is seeking a qualified full-time Anatomic or General Pathologist with expertise in Cytopathology.

This position will join a group of general and anatomical pathologists, medical microbiologists, and clinical chemists providing laboratory services at our Edmonton Base Hub Lab (EDMBL). The successful candidate is required to have excellent skills in both surgical pathology and Cytopathology.

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Health Services (AHS). APL is the sole provider of lab services in the province of Alberta. APL’s focus is on patients first - ensuring the safety, accessibility, and stability of lab services across Alberta. We provide expert consultation to assist care providers and users of the service. The depth and breadth of medical expertise results in a premium level of testing quality, service, follow-up care, and support to our customers and their patients.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The General or Anatomical Pathologist must maintain the highest possible standards of practice including prompt delivery of services to match established key performance indicators and provincial metrics, must actively participate in quality assurance and quality improvement programs.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

• Effective communication, skills in quality assurance, and operational efficiency
• Ability to work in a dynamic changing environment
• Ability to balance service and quality imperative in a resource-sensitive environment
• Ability to work collaboratively and being an overall team player

Interested persons meeting the above qualifications should submit their curriculum vitae, with three referees.

In accordance with the Canadian Foreign Workers requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity. This position is available for AHS Sponsorship.

Please note that all new staff to APL must provide a criminal records check in compliance with the Protection for Persons in Care Act.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include a MD, eligibility for licensure in the Province of Alberta with certification in Anatomic Pathology, Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology, or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or the American Board of Pathology. Cytopathology Fellowship training and/or years of experience in cytopathology specialty practice and a proven track record of collegiality and collaborative practice is required. The ability to contribute collegially to the group practice and laboratory operations will be an important factor in candidate selection. The successful incumbent will also be required to obtain the appropriate professional liability coverage.

Additional Information

• Position Classification: Full-time
• FTE: 1
• Unit and Program: Lab Medicine & Pathology
• Specialty: Anatomical Pathology
• Secondary Specialty: Cytopathology
• Recruiting Organization: Alberta Precision Laboratories
• Sponsorship Eligible: Yes
• Compensation: An excellent remuneration package including relocation assistance is provided. Starting remuneration is commensurate with the level of fellowship training and experience. Remuneration range for a Pathologist in Alberta is $364,597.00 to $424,123.00.
• Posting Date: May 17, 2024
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
• Target Start Date: Aug 1, 2024