Medical Consultant

Roles and responsibilities

This position is responsible to perform laboratory analyses, interpret test results, and provide expert consultation to aid in diagnosis & patient care.

Job Summary: The incumbent goal is to play a vital role in the medical center's diagnostic services, ensuring high-quality patient care through accurate laboratory analyses and interpretation.

Medical Consultants

Key Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities & Tasks

Key Tasks

Laboratory Analysis and Interpretation

Conduct comprehensive laboratory analyses, including hematological, biochemical, immunological, microbiological, and molecular tests on patient samples to aid in diagnosis & monitoring

Critically evaluate and interpret test results, considering clinical context & relevance

Generate accurate, timely, and informative reports for healthcare providers, highlighting critical findings & recommendations

Quality Control and Assurance

Develop, implement, and maintain rigorous quality control & quality assurance protocols to ensure accuracy, reliability, and validity of test results

Adhere to established laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA, CAP, HIPAA)

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing corrective actions

Collaboration and Consultation

Provide expert consultation to healthcare providers on test selection, result interpretation, and clinical significance

Collaborate with pathologists, clinicians, and laboratory staff to optimize patient care pathways, ensuring seamless communication

Communicate critical results effectively, ensuring timely and appropriate action

Education and Research

Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, fellows & laboratory personnel

Contribute to research projects and initiatives aimed at improving diagnostic techniques, treatments, and patient outcomes

Stay abreast of advancements in clinical pathology, attending conferences, workshops, and seminars

Professional Development and Leadership

Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department

Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and initiatives

Demonstrate leadership in promoting excellence in clinical pathology

Desired candidate profile

• At least medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited recognized agency
• Hold board certification or eligibility in Clinical Pathology from a reputable professional organization
• Possess a valid Degree Qualified and QCHP-approved medical practitioner (specialist) certification, ensuring expertise in clinical pathology
  

Work Experience (e.g., Number of years and field / role)

Minimum 5 years GCC experience in clinical pathology in laboratory management

Certificates & Trainings

Any Relevant Certification Or Training Such As

• ASCP certification
• CAP accreditation
• Laboratory management training
• Quality control and quality assurance training
  

Skills

Diagnostic interpretation, Laboratory management, Clinical Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques & Procedures, Clinical Data Analysis & Correlation