About this opportunity
Commonwealth Medical Services lists this Pathologist - Iowa opportunity in davenport, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pathologist
Position Summary
The Pathologist provides diagnostic services through the examination and interpretation of surgical pathology, cytology, and laboratory specimens. This role supports accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and quality patient care through collaboration with clinical teams and adherence to evidence-based and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
Examine and interpret surgical pathology and cytology specimens
Provide diagnostic reports to support clinical decision-making
Perform gross and microscopic examinations of tissue samples
Correlate pathologic findings with clinical history and laboratory data
Participate in intraoperative consultations, including frozen sections, as required
Ensure quality assurance and compliance with laboratory standards and regulations
Collaborate with physicians, laboratory staff, and multidisciplinary care teams
Participate in tumor boards, case conferences, and clinical consultations
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation and reporting
Support continuous quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Participate in teaching, mentoring, or research activities as applicable
Practice Setting
Hospital-based or reference laboratory environment
May include anatomic pathology, clinical pathology, or combined responsibilities
Daytime schedule with call coverage as required
Qualifications
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Pathology residency program (Anatomic, Clinical, or Combined)
Board certified or board eligible in Pathology
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state
Subspecialty fellowship training preferred but not required
Skills & Competencies
Strong diagnostic and analytical skills
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to correlate pathologic findings with clinical information
Excellent communication and consultation skills
Commitment to evidence-based practice and regulatory compliance
Work Environment
Clinical laboratory and pathology department setting
Multidisciplinary collaboration with clinical and laboratory teams
Focus on quality, safety, and diagnostic excellence
Worksite address
davenport, IA, 52800, US
Who can apply
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