Clinical Pathologist – Veterinary Clinical Pathology Specialist, French-Speaking

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. Diagnose diseases and causes of death in companion and laboratory animals by examining body tissues, fluids, and hematologic specimens .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Canada, United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing diseases in companion and laboratory animals through examination of tissues and fluids, while maintaining proficiency in clinical diagnostic skills and effective communication with clients and veterinarians. Holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists or eligible for certification.

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Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)Diplomate Of The American College Of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP)Fluency In English And FrenchExperience With Dragon SoftwareStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Cytologic Preparation InterpretationHistopathologic Findings InterpretationPathology Narrative Report PreparationClinical Diagnostic SkillsSample Collection And Submission Advising

Soft Skills

Excellent Written And Verbal Communication SkillsAbility To Prioritize And MultitaskDemonstrated Ability To Work Effectively Remotely

Tools & Technologies

Dragon SoftwareDICOM Viewers

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed To Practice Veterinary MedicineQuebec Licensure Through OMVQ

Industry Keywords

Veterinary PathologyQuality Control ProgramClinical PathologyLaboratory ExperienceCompanion Animals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose diseases and causes of death in companion and laboratory animals by examining body tissues, fluids, and hematologic specimens
Describe and interpret cytologic preparations from fine-needle aspirates, body fluids, and hematologic specimens
Prepare pathology narrative reports based on cytologic, hematologic, and clinical pathology data
Dictate medical evaluations using Dragon and other dictation software
Consult with veterinarians about diseases detected in tissue and fluid samples via Skype, phone, and email
Participate in biweekly pathology rounds
Generate reports for research samples, including cerebrospinal fluid, bone marrow aspirates, and hematologic data
Provide medical second opinions to clients and colleagues
Interpret histopathologic findings from bone marrow core biopsies
Advise laboratory staff and veterinarians on sample collection and submission
Maintain current veterinary and medical knowledge through publications, textbooks, continuing education conferences, and seminars
Participate in the Quality Control program
Maintain proficiency in clinical diagnostic skills
Assist with other clinical pathology and laboratory service duties
Participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent
Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), or eligible for certification
Must be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the applicable state; Quebec licensure through the Ordre des médecins vétérinaires du Québec (OMVQ), where applicable
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients and management
Ability to work effectively remotely with minimal supervision
Fluency in English and French
Laboratory experience is an asset
Experience with Dragon software is an asset
Experience with DICOM viewers is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Continuing education conferences and seminars
Veterinary professional education and training
Remote work arrangement