Medical Director| Pathology | AP/CP

AP/CP Pathologist - Medical Director

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Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Employment Type: Full-Time

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Job Overview:

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One of our clients is seeking an experienced AP/CP Board-Certified Pathologist to serve as Medical Director for its Kalamazoo, Michigan practice. This is a unique leadership opportunity within a growing pathology organization, offering significant influence over operations, quality initiatives, and pathology service delivery while collaborating with one of the Midwest's premier health systems.

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The ideal candidate will combine strong diagnostic expertise with excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong physician relationships while helping advance pathology services and support continued organizational growth.

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Why Join?

• Medical Director role with significant operational and clinical leadership responsibilities.
• Opportunity to influence quality initiatives and service delivery.
• Partnership with executive leadership to support organizational growth.
• Affiliation with a leading Midwest health system.
• Diverse and clinically engaging case volume.
• No autopsy responsibilities.
• PSLF eligibility through a qualifying nonprofit employer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide diagnostic pathology services in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.
• Serve as Medical Director for the Kalamazoo pathology practice.
• Provide leadership for pathology operations and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance pathology services and operational performance.
• Foster strong relationships with physicians, hospitals, and healthcare partners.
• Support service delivery improvements and organizational growth strategies.
• Participate in quality assurance and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical excellence through effective communication and leadership.

Practice Highlights:

• Approximately 14,400 surgical pathology cases annually.
• Diverse case mix across multiple pathology disciplines.
• No autopsy responsibilities.
• Collaborative environment with strong physician partnerships.
• Established pathology practice with a long-standing reputation for quality and responsiveness.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology (AP/CP).
• 5-10 years of pathology experience preferred.
• Prior Medical Director experience is not required.
• Leadership experience is welcomed.
• Fellowship training welcomed.
• Ability to obtain unrestricted medical licensure in Michigan and Indiana in a timely manner.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.

Community Highlights:

Kalamazoo offers affordable housing, short commutes, access to Lake Michigan, year-round outdoor recreation, and convenient proximity to major Midwest cities for travel, entertainment, and dining.

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Skills Required:

AP/CP Pathology, Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, Surgical Pathology, Medical Director Leadership, Laboratory Operations, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance, Diagnostic Pathology, Physician Collaboration, Healthcare Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Case Review, Clinical Decision-Making, Team Leadership, Relationship Building, Hospital-Based Pathology, Michigan Medical License Eligibility, Indiana Medical License Eligibility, Communication Skills