Surgical Pathologist

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Surgical Pathologist to provide high-quality diagnostic services across diverse clinical settings in Fort Myers, Florida. This role offers the opportunity to practice at the forefront of diagnostic pathology while remaining closely connected to patient care. The ideal candidate is committed to excellence, eager to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and enthusiastic about continuous learning and professional growth.

Fort Myers offers an exceptional quality of life, with year-round sunshine, beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, vibrant cultural amenities, and abundant outdoor recreation.

Position Overview:
This is a dynamic position with responsibilities divided between two local laboratory environments, offering broad exposure and a varied caseload. The Surgical Pathologist will ensure safe, accurate, and efficient pathology services while maintaining the highest standards of professional practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform frozen section evaluations as required.

• Render expert gross and microscopic diagnoses, incorporating molecular and genetic data when appropriate.

• Provide diagnostic interpretation for biopsies and cytology, including gross and microscopic evaluation, dictation, and timely electronic case release.

• Participate in a high-volume immunohistochemistry (IHC) interpretation service, including key predictive and prognostic biomarkers (e.g., PD-L1, c-MET, HER2, ER, PR, MMR, FOLR1, Claudin).

• Fulfill delegated Medical Director responsibilities in anatomic and clinical laboratories.

• Participate in day-to-day operational functions, including consultation, case sign-out, and communication with clinical teams across pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical stages.

• Review and interpret laboratory data.

• Perform and support quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) activities.

• Collaborate closely with technical, clinical, and administrative staff to uphold exceptional turnaround times, accuracy, and service quality.

• Provide guidance to technologists and technicians on complex or challenging cases.

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

Qualifications:

• M.D. or D.O. degree with Board Certification in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic & Clinical Pathology.

• Fellowship training in Surgical Pathology (general or subspecialty) strongly preferred.

• At least 2 years of post-fellowship practice experience preferred, particularly in GYN, Thoracic, or Head & Neck pathology.

• Active or eligibility for an unrestricted Florida medical license.

• Additional medical licensure in NY or TX is a plus.

• Ability to meet CLIA '88 requirements, if applicable.

Shift and Salary:

• Day Shift | Monday–Friday
• Salary: $300,000 - $400,000

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 recruiting@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.

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