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Staff Pathologist / Cytopathologist

Staff Pathologist / Cytopathologist

Sante Consulting LLCJoliet, IL, US
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Staff Pathologist, Fellowship Trained Cytopathologist

Position Type : Full-Time

Practice Setting : Hospital-Based

Subspecialty Focus : Cytopathology

The Opportunity :

Key Responsibilities :

  • Interpret a mix of 20–30% cytology (including gynecologic, non-gynecologic, FNAs, and immediate evaluations) and 70% surgical pathology cases.
  • Participate in call coverage (approximately 1 in 4 to 1 in 5 weeks).
  • Take part in minimal clinical lab oversight, potentially assuming 1–2 medical directorships.
  • Engage in mentorship and administrative leadership opportunities, including succession planning.
  • Perform immediate FNA evaluations, though no procedural responsibilities or autopsies are required.
  • Be flexible to take on evolving responsibilities and willing to adapt as the practice grows.

Work Schedule and Environment :

  • Standard four-day workweek, with flexibility for a fifth day as needed.
  • Typical hours : 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional extension to 6 PM.
  • Six weeks of paid time off to start, with the potential to increase to eight weeks.
  • No grossing responsibilities; all handled by pathology assistants.

    • Candidate Qualifications :

  • Required : Fellowship training in cytopathology.
  • Preferred : Additional interest or training in breast and gynecologic pathology.
  • Ideal experience : 0–3 years post-training; new graduates encouraged to apply.
  • Must be open to mentorship, team-oriented, and comfortable with change.

    • Community & Location Highlights :

  • The hospital is a modern facility.
  • Most physicians commute from western suburbs (e.g., Homer Glen, Lockport, Oakbrook, Hinsdale), with a typical drive of 25–30 minutes.
  • The surrounding communities offer excellent schools, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to downtown Chicago.

    • Application Process & Timeline :

  • Immediate hire desired, with preference for candidates who can start before year-end.
  • The process begins with a video interview, followed by an on-site visit for final candidates.
  • The group is planning for future hires as part of long-term succession planning, offering a stable and growth-oriented environment.

    • Location :

    Suburban Chicago, IL (Western Suburbs)

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    About Santé Consulting

    Santé Consulting is a national laboratory medicine recruiting company. We focus exclusively on the recruitment and retention of pathologists, PhD’s, and laboratory medicine executives at the director level and above.

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