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MD/DO Pathologist

Bellin Gundersen · La Crosse, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

The role calls for leadership. Tell me about a time you led a quality improvement project in a lab.

What they are checking: Whether they have real leadership experience, which this posting highlights.

A clinician calls upset about a delayed or unexpected result. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly and calmly with clinicians, which this posting values.

How do you handle a discrepancy found during peer review of one of your cases?

What they are checking: Whether they take feedback well and focus on patient safety rather than defending themselves.

How would you teach residents and fellows in the lab?

What they are checking: Whether they would support the ACGME teaching programs in this organization.

What would you do

The department handles over 38,000 surgical cases a year. How do you manage a heavy sign-out day without losing accuracy?

What they are checking: Whether they have a disciplined workflow and know when to slow down or ask for a second look.

Our PAs gross all surgical specimens. How do you work with PAs to make sure grossing is done right?

What they are checking: Whether they can supervise and teach PAs and catch grossing problems.

How would you take part in tumor boards for the cancer center?

What they are checking: Whether they see themselves as part of the cancer care team, not just behind the microscope.

About the work

Walk me through how you handle a frozen section where the diagnosis isn't clear.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate uncertainty honestly with surgeons and avoid overcalling under pressure.

How do you approach a difficult Pap or non-gyn cytology case?

What they are checking: Whether they have strong cytopathology skills, which this role says it needs.

How do you decide when to send a case out for expert consultation?

What they are checking: Whether they know their limits and protect patients from wrong diagnoses.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

The Department of Pathology at Emplify Health by Gundersen, La Crosse, Wisconsin, is seeking a full-time BC/BE anatomic and clinical pathologist. The ideal candidate will have broad surgical pathology and cytopathology diagnostic skills. The candidate should also possess superior communication skills and be comfortable in leadership roles. Emplify Health is a multispecialty group practice that serves southwest Wisconsin, northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota. The medical center’s La Crosse campus is a tertiary referral center, a certified cancer center, and a level II trauma and emergency facility. Emplify Health is also complemented by a robust medical foundation that leads and directs several ACGME-accredited medical and surgical residency and fellowship training programs that supports research endeavors of interested medical staff members pursuing academic interests. All surgical pathology and cytopathology diagnostic services currently provided by the pathologists at Emplify Health reside in the central core laboratory location in La Crosse. • Annual pathology volumes currently include: • Over 38,000 surgical cases • 11,000 Paps • 2,500 non-gynecologic cytology specimens • There is no autopsy service • Our PAs gross all surgicals • Call is currently 1:10 We offer a compensation package that is competitive to that of private/partnership practices, but with more stability and less risk of contract turnover due to mergers/acquisitions. We also offer a competitive benefit and loan forgiveness package. Emplify Health is a non-profit entity that qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. La Crosse is a beautiful city nestled among the bluffs of the Mississippi River. Its metropolitan area has a population of over 100,000 and offers safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, affordable housing, and many cultural activities. Three colleges and universities in La Crosse bring the vibrance and vigor of a college town. The river and surrounding hills and bluffs provide ample recreational diversions for cyclists, runners, hikers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts. A relaxed atmosphere and high degree of collegiality is found throughout the community and among the pathologists and laboratory staff in particular. Must have completed an accredited graduate medical training program and be board certified or eligible within the area of medicine stated. In addition, must have or be able to obtain a license to practice in our multi-state region with no restrictions or limitations. Medical staff in our system will supervise advanced practice clinicians. Medical staff may need to provide outreach service as part of their role in the system. Teaching students, residents, fellows or clinical staff is cornerstone to our Medical Education philosophy and an expectation of all medical staff. Primary Recruiter: Kaija Towle Recruiter Email Address: ktowle@emplifyhealth.org We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer

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