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Joint Commission · 8 hours ago

MD Pathologist Surveyor

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$171K/yr - $171K/yr

5+ years exp

The Joint Commission is seeking an MD Pathologist Surveyor to conduct evaluations and consultations within the Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Program across the United States. The role involves assessing compliance with standards, documenting findings, and providing recommendations for improvement.

Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducts a thorough and credible evaluation of assigned services that meet laboratory accreditation criteria

Plans, reviews, and apportions review time so that all review requirements are addressed thoroughly

Reviews and evaluates pre-survey information; research, collects, organizes, and interprets information from multiple sources

Interviews physicians and staff to determine level of compliance with standards

Analyzes documents, such as performance data, and use of clinical practice guidelines, to assess the level of compliance with Joint Commission standards, evidence of performance improvement, and quality of care

Analyzes written self-descriptive program information

Participates in and/or conducts all required conferences and interviews; analyzes all data submitted by the organization

Documents all recommendations, providing adequate indication of non-compliance

Submits review findings in a complete and accurate manner to the Clinical Laboratory Scientist Surveyor

Interprets and explains the intent of the standards to the organization’s personnel

Consults with the organization during review concerning non-compliance, opportunities for improvement, and remedial action required

Recommends publications and other resources that clarify standards and/or demonstrates compliance with standards

Qualification

Doctor of MedicineBoard Certified PathologistCPHQ CertificationClinical ExperienceCLIA’88Anatomic Pathology KnowledgeClinical Pathology KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsManagement ExperienceCommunication Skills

Required

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy

Pathologist, Board Certified in Clinical and Anatomic Pathology

You must hold a CPHQ certification (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) through National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) at time of hire or attain by 12/31/28

Five years of recent clinical experience, including at least two years in management, preferably laboratory, and two years demonstrated responsibility for oversight, decision-making, management, and improvement in histopathology and cytology

Demonstrated knowledge of pathology industry including trends, performance measurement, and improvement

Demonstrated knowledge of compliance requirements related to CLIA'88

Demonstrate general knowledge in areas of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

Ability to research, collect, organize, interpret, and communicate information for multiple sources (i.e., documentation, observation, interviews) to assess the degree of compliance with Joint Commission standards

Ability to critically review and analyze performance measurement data

Ability to objectively assess organization performance

Ability to differentiate and assess the adequacy of alternative/innovative approaches to standards compliance, consistent with survey policy and protocols

Ability to analyze and synthesize survey findings to provide conclusions, recommendations, and educational opportunities

Must be able to observe, in real time and without slowing or otherwise interrupting the progress of all applicable types of ongoing health care treatment

Standing for long periods of time, walking lengthy distances, lifting, climbing, stooping, pulling, and pushing to adequately inspect and observe all medical facilities, equipment, and procedures

Must be able to engage in extensive travel as set forth above, including driving a car to remote locations, flying on small airplanes and into small airports, traveling in all types of weather conditions

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Company

Joint Commission

Joint Commission enables and affirms the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety for all.

Founded in 1951

Oak Brook, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.jointcommission.org

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