Cytopathologist

Job Description Summary

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina
(MUSC) is seeking an academically oriented Cytopathologist for a tenure track position at the
level of Assistant or Associate Professor. Rank and salary will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001001 COM PATH Anatomic Pathology CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Cytopathology Service at MUSC annually examines over 20,000 gynecologic and 9,000
non-gynecologic specimens, including approximately 4,000 fine needle aspiration (FNA)
specimens. On-site adequacy assessments are performed in both in person and via
Telecytopathology. Immunocytochemical, ultrastructural, and flow cytometric analysis is
available for pertinent cases. Cytopathology section offers three ACGME-accredited fellowship
positions each year.

Candidate will participate all aspects of the Cytopathology service at MUSC, including sign-out
of GYN and Non-GYN cases, perform FNA procedures, and on-site rapid evaluation. The
individual will also participate in teaching medical students, training pathology residents and
cytopathology fellows, and be actively involved in academic mission of the university and
medical center.

Requirements: Candidate must hold an MD or DO degree, and be certified by the American
Board of Pathology in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology. Subspecialty fellowship training from
an ACGME-accredited cytopathology program is required. Candidate must be eligible to hold a
medical license in South Carolina.

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a cover letter detailing their
experience and current interests, and the names and addresses of three individuals who could
provide letters of recommendation to:

Michelle Barton
Fellowship Coordinator &
Administrative Coordinator to Dr. Steven L. Carroll, Chair
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina
171 Ashley Ave, MSC 908
Charleston, SC 29425-9080
[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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