Surgical Pathologist

Are you interested in practicing surgical pathology and hematopathology in a dynamic reference laboratory environment? Are you seeking an organization that invests in its people while offering meaningful opportunities for continued learning and professional growth?

 

This opportunity offers the chance to join a collaborative team of Pathologists empowered to make critical decisions in the best interest of patient care. The laboratory provides a comprehensive diagnostic platform and an environment designed to support skill expansion, clinical excellence, and career development.

Location: Fort Myers, FL
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift | Rotating Weekends | Onsite

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a nationally recognized reference laboratory specializing in advanced diagnostic and clinical trial services with a strong focus on oncology. The team is comprised of experts dedicated to solving complex medical, scientific, and logistical challenges that enable precise diagnoses, support the development of new therapies, and guide patient-specific treatment decisions.

The mission is purpose-driven improving patient care and outcomes through exceptional diagnostic work.

Position Summary:

The Surgical Pathologist will provide safe, accurate, and efficient pathology services within the Advanced Diagnostics Division, with a primary focus on clinical trial case sign-out and validations. This role includes diagnostic interpretation, case consultation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of quality, turnaround time, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic interpretation of biopsy and cytology specimens, including gross and microscopic evaluation, dictation, and electronic case release.

• Sign out clinical trial cases and support validations in collaboration with multiple project managers.

• Participate in daily laboratory operations, including case consultation and client-facing discussions related to pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical questions.

• Read and interpret laboratory data to support accurate diagnoses.

• Perform quality control and quality assurance activities and participate in departmental QC/QA initiatives.

• Work closely with clinical and administrative teams to maintain high standards of turnaround time, quality, and service.

• Provide expertise and guidance to technologists and technicians to resolve diagnostic and technical issues.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with referring physicians and ensure excellent client follow-up.

• Contribute to decision-making related to the adoption of state-of-the-art technologies and innovative diagnostic testing.

• Assist in the development of new testing services based on scientific advances and patient/client needs.

• Participate in occasional client-facing travel as needed.

Experience & Required Qualifications:

• M.D. or D.O. degree required.

• Board certification or board eligibility in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology required.

• Fellowship training in Surgical Pathology strongly preferred.

• Minimum of two years of attending-level experience in surgical pathology strongly encouraged, or board certification in a relevant anatomic pathology subspecialty.

• Active or eligibility for an unrestricted Florida medical license required.

• Additional state licensure in CA, NY, or TX is a plus.

• Ability to fulfill CLIA ’88 requirements, if applicable.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Willingness to travel occasionally to meet with clients.

Why Consider This Opportunity:

• Collaborative, physician-led reference laboratory environment

• Broad and diverse case mix, including clinical trial diagnostics

• Opportunity to influence diagnostic strategy and test development

• Purpose-driven mission focused on improving patient outcomes

• Competitive benefits with multiple health plan options

About us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 18 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.

If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact [email protected] for assistance.

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