Laboratory Medical Director

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC RANK: Associate Professor or Professor-Commiserate with Experience

Degree(s):  M.D. or M.D., Ph.D. from an accredited medical school.

Board Certification:  Board certification in Clinical Pathology or Anatomic Pathology is a requirement. Training or experience in laboratory / healthcare management, quality, informatics and regulatory compliance is preferred.

Licensure:  Must hold an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.

Experience:  Applicants must have at least 5 years’ experience in the practice of laboratory medicine/clinical pathology/anatomic pathology, including previous administrative responsibilities. 

Personal Characteristics

• Must be a self-motivated, energetic, committed and conscientious professional who communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing; has leadership skills and experience; is compliant with organizational regulatory requirements; and relates well to others who are in professional, technical or administrative roles in the Division and the hospital.
• Has demonstrated the ability to work effectively in a matrix organization with complex interdisciplinary interactions and maintain interpersonal relationships and collaborations.
• Must maintain up-to-date general knowledge in the field of clinical pathology and laboratory medicine and board certification.
• Must have the ability to interact and communicate effectively with clinicians, patients, inspectors, and hospital administration.

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