Indiana University Health
Community Surgical Pathologist in Fort Wayne, IN
Indiana University Health, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
Community Surgical Pathologist in Fort Wayne, IN
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) in partnership with IU Health Medical Group (IUHMG), seeks to recruit two anatomic pathologists with strong diagnostic skills in surgical pathology and cytopathology at a brand-new facility opening in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Additional subspecialty areas are welcome. The pathology footprint at Fort Wayne will also include a full-time clinical pathologist (CLIA holder), a pathologist's assistant, and a cytologist. This recruitment is part of a strategic expansion driven by growth across the IU Health system.
IU Health is expanding access to high-quality, patient-centered care with a new 140-bed hospital in Fort Wayne. The hospital will offer a broad range of services including emergency, surgical and specialty care, closer to home for residents of the region.
IU Health Fort Wayne is part of the 17-hospital IU Health Laboratory System, served by over 70 pathologists. Although based in Fort Wayne, candidates will have access to the expertise of subspecialized pathologists at the department\'s IU Health Central Pathology Laboratory in Indianapolis. Being part of the IU Health Laboratory system provides the opportunity to practice in a community environment with the benefits of an academic pathology practice.
The hospital is scheduled to open in May 2027. Selected candidates will be expected to begin employment in early 2027 to support onboarding and operational readiness.
Responsibilities
Provide diagnoses of benign and malignant conditions, including tumor grading and staging
Interpret intraoperative consultations (e.g., frozen sections)
Correlate histopathologic findings with clinical, radiologic and laboratory data
Prepare and sign out pathology reports in a timely and accurate manner
Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and clinical case discussions
Ensure quality assurance and compliance with laboratory standards (e.g., CAP, CLIA)
Interpret cytologic specimens, including Pap smears, fine-needle aspirations (FNA) and body fluids
Provide diagnostic consultations to clinicians and participate in multidisciplinary case reviews
Perform and supervise FNAs, including rapid on-site evaluations (ROSE)
Provide on-call coverage and conference support with department faculty members
Qualifications
Doctorate or terminal degree (MD, DO or equivalent) required
Board Certification by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
Completion of a Surgical Pathology Fellowship
Completion of a Cytopathology Fellowship with board certification in Cytopathology
Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Indiana
About IUSM and IU Health IUSM
is committed to a welcoming campus community. We seek candidates whose research, teaching and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments and to improving health equity and well-being for all in Indiana.
Healthcare System/Hospital Description Indiana University Health expanded into the northeast Indiana market in 2018. IU Health operates multiple clinics and facilities in Fort Wayne, with a partnership that provides access to innovative treatments and technologies and strong research and teaching opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. IU Health does not discriminate on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.
Community Description
Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in Indiana with a relatively low cost of living
82+ miles of trails, vibrant downtown, rivers, and varied cultural offerings
Extensive outdoor activities, festivals, arts, and educational opportunities
Convenient access to Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis; good school options
Note: This posting reflects recruitment for a near-future opening (expected May 2027) and start of employment in early 2027 to support onboarding and readiness.
Employment Details
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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IU Health is expanding access to high-quality, patient-centered care with a new 140-bed hospital in Fort Wayne. The hospital will offer a broad range of services including emergency, surgical and specialty care, closer to home for residents of the region.
IU Health Fort Wayne is part of the 17-hospital IU Health Laboratory System, served by over 70 pathologists. Although based in Fort Wayne, candidates will have access to the expertise of subspecialized pathologists at the department\'s IU Health Central Pathology Laboratory in Indianapolis. Being part of the IU Health Laboratory system provides the opportunity to practice in a community environment with the benefits of an academic pathology practice.
The hospital is scheduled to open in May 2027. Selected candidates will be expected to begin employment in early 2027 to support onboarding and operational readiness.
Responsibilities
Provide diagnoses of benign and malignant conditions, including tumor grading and staging
Interpret intraoperative consultations (e.g., frozen sections)
Correlate histopathologic findings with clinical, radiologic and laboratory data
Prepare and sign out pathology reports in a timely and accurate manner
Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and clinical case discussions
Ensure quality assurance and compliance with laboratory standards (e.g., CAP, CLIA)
Interpret cytologic specimens, including Pap smears, fine-needle aspirations (FNA) and body fluids
Provide diagnostic consultations to clinicians and participate in multidisciplinary case reviews
Perform and supervise FNAs, including rapid on-site evaluations (ROSE)
Provide on-call coverage and conference support with department faculty members
Qualifications
Doctorate or terminal degree (MD, DO or equivalent) required
Board Certification by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic Pathology or Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
Completion of a Surgical Pathology Fellowship
Completion of a Cytopathology Fellowship with board certification in Cytopathology
Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Indiana
About IUSM and IU Health IUSM
is committed to a welcoming campus community. We seek candidates whose research, teaching and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments and to improving health equity and well-being for all in Indiana.
Healthcare System/Hospital Description Indiana University Health expanded into the northeast Indiana market in 2018. IU Health operates multiple clinics and facilities in Fort Wayne, with a partnership that provides access to innovative treatments and technologies and strong research and teaching opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion. IU Health does not discriminate on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.
Community Description
Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in Indiana with a relatively low cost of living
82+ miles of trails, vibrant downtown, rivers, and varied cultural offerings
Extensive outdoor activities, festivals, arts, and educational opportunities
Convenient access to Chicago, Detroit, and Indianapolis; good school options
Note: This posting reflects recruitment for a near-future opening (expected May 2027) and start of employment in early 2027 to support onboarding and readiness.
Employment Details
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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