Forensic Pathologist

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is recruiting a forensic pathologist who will be responsible for conducting postmortem examinations, providing medicolegal consultations and courtroom testimony, participating in quality assurance programs, and developing an academic presence corresponding to the candidate’s areas of interest. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001005 COM PATH Forensic 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

Full-Time/ Open Rank Pathologist

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is recruiting a forensic pathologist who will be responsible for conducting postmortem examinations, providing medicolegal consultations and courtroom testimony, participating in quality assurance programs, and developing an academic presence corresponding to the candidate’s areas of interest.  Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

License or certificate requirements

• Degree from an accredited school of medicine;
• Unrestricted South Carolina state medical license;
• Certified by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic and Forensic Pathology, or eligible to take the forensic pathology boards; board certification in Forensic Pathology must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

Medical University of South Carolina, Medical and Forensic Autopsy Section

The Medical University of South Carolina is located on the coast of SC in the historic city of Charleston.  Charleston offers temperate weather with access to award winning restaurants and a multitude of outdoor water and land activities. Downtown is home to numerous museums and galleries as well as the internationally known Spoleto Festival USA showcasing renowned artists, dancers, actors, and musicians. Charleston is repeatedly in the top 25 destinations in the United States and was ranked number 1 Best Small City in the U.S. in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards.

Our office resides in the University itself with access to subspecialty consultations in multiple areas, including neuropathology, cardiac pathology, and pediatric radiology.  We function in a true academic environment with an ACGME certified forensic pathology fellowship, a robust pathology resident rotation and multiple educational opportunities in the College of Medicine. The autopsy service is staffed by 6 board certified forensic pathologists who perform ~ 1600 postmortem exams annually.   

Compensation and Benefits

This is a faculty position with academic rank and salary commensurate with qualifications, expertise and accomplishments. The University and Department offer an excellent benefits package, including an attractive retirement plan, a substantial number of vacation days, additional administrative leave for educational meetings, and an annual professional expense account which may be used for membership dues, educational expenses, and ancillary work-related items. Opportunities for private autopsy and medicolegal consultations are also available.

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

S. Erin Presnell, MD, Professor

Director, Division of Medical and Forensic Autopsy Section

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Medical University of South Carolina

[email protected]

(843) 792 3575

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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