Post-Sophomore Fellow (Temporary)

Job Description

As a UW employee you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a Temporary (1.0 FTE) Post-Sophomore Fellow. This is an entry level one-year project position for students in a Medical Degree Program (MD Program).

The Post-Sophomore Fellow provides specialized training in Pathology techniques for a 12 month period. This appointment includes hands-on fundamental training geared towards MD students finishing their second year of medical school who are interested in pursuing Pathology studies research and clinical practices.

As a Fellow you will provide compassionate timely and quality patient care and agree to serve the training sites and their patients; to accept the duties responsibilities and rotations assigned by the Program Director or his/her designee; Abide by established educational and clinical practices
policies and procedures of the hospitals and other training sites to which they are assigned to the extent these are not inconsistent with this policy; to conduct themselves ethically and professionally in keeping with their position as a physician in training; and to abide by UW policies and procedures as well as the conditions and general responsibilities outlined below.

As a part of this appointment the Fellow will be expected to actively participate in the care of all types of patients who may present at the hospital or clinic to which they are assigned including patients of designated individual physicians whom the Fellow will be expected to assist.
In addition the Fellow will be expected to take an active role in the instruction of medical students other trainees and/or other hospital personnel.

Typical duties include but are not limited to: 70%
- Fellows will follow the direction and guidance of his / her designated program director; in all aspects of training and patient care.
- Fellows will actively assist in the instruction of medical students trainees and or other hospital personnel.
- Participate in care of patients at multiple hospital locations associated with the UW Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.

- Shadow current trainees and faculty to learn Pathology techniques and in depth knowledge of Pathology practices.

Additional duties: 30%

- Observe current Laboratory Medicine and Pathology trainees and faculty; use pathology techniques and practices to obtain data and facilitate research.
- Maintain data records; analysis of data using Excel and custom image analysis software
- Analyze data and present research material; may assist in the instruction of trainees and or other Laboratory Medicine and Pathology personnel
- Attend clinical and laboratory meetings.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors of Science; 1 year of relevant experience and/or medical school training
- Must be a current MD student on leave prior to completing his/her 3rd year
of medical school.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license/certification/registration.

Desired Qualifications:
- Interested in pursuing Pathology studies research and clinical practices.

Work schedule:

• Salary
• Monday Friday
• Day shift

What we offer:

• Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly including 12 paid holidays.
• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
• Excellent healthcare dental disability retirement and other plan options.
• Lots of free fantastic fitness healthy eating finance and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
• And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:

A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care research and educational programs the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training world-class research initiatives and a commitment to community service we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. Please visit our website to learn more about our department.

About UW Medicine:

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.