Clinical Pathologist

IDEXX; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 122,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision benefits starting

Sign-on bonus

Annual cash bonus

5% 401k match

Pet insurance

PTO and CE allowance

Licensure and dues support

Job summary

IDEXX is seeking a Virtual Clinical Pathologist to provide expert diagnostic pathology services, evaluate clinical specimens, and deliver accurate interpretations to veterinary clients as part of a collaborative Clinical Pathology team.

You will contribute to education, research, and client-focused initiatives while maintaining high diagnostic quality and timely communication with the veterinary network. Weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Comfort working independently while collaborating with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate clinical pathology specimens and provide accurate diagnostic evaluations for veterinary clients.
• Deliver high-quality pathology reports with strong turnaround time.
• Provide consultation and follow-up support to help clients understand findings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent teamwork

Industry knowledge

Customer focus

Weekend coverage

Education

DVM degree

ACVP/ECVCP board certification

Job description

As a Virtual Clinical Pathologist, you will provide expert diagnostic pathology services by evaluating clinical pathology specimens and delivering accurate, timely diagnostic interpretations to veterinary clients. Working as part of IDEXX's Clinical Pathology team, you’ll collaborate with a highly skilled group of pathologists who value scientific excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning. In this role, you’ll help veterinary professionals make informed patient care decisions through high-quality diagnostics, consultation, and exceptional customer service.

In This Role

• You will examine clinical pathology specimens and provide accurate diagnostic evaluations for veterinary clients.
• You will deliver high-quality pathology reports while maintaining strong turnaround time performance and adherence to best practices.
• You will provide consultation and follow-up support to help clients understand diagnostic findings and patient care implications.
• You will contribute to a culture of quality by maintaining a high level of diagnostic accuracy and participating in peer collaboration when appropriate.
• You will continuously expand your clinical pathology expertise through continuing education, professional development, and application of new knowledge.
• You will actively participate in pathology rounds, team meetings, committees, and collaborative discussions that improve outcomes and strengthen service delivery.
• You will contribute to educational, research, customer-focused, and project-related initiatives across the pathology organization.
• You will build positive working relationships with colleagues by communicating thoughtfully, embracing diverse perspectives, and supporting team decisions.
• You will take initiative in your professional growth by setting goals, strengthening leadership capabilities, and adapting to evolving business and customer needs.
• You may participate in weekend coverage as part of the team’s commitment to consistent diagnostic support.

Why This Role Matters

Clinical pathology plays a critical role in helping veterinarians diagnose disease, monitor treatment plans, and improve patient outcomes. As a Clinical Pathologist, your expertise directly supports veterinary professionals and contributes to the health and well-being of companion animals around the world. This role offers the opportunity to combine scientific excellence, collaboration, and customer partnership while making a meaningful impact every day.

What You Need To Succeed

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent veterinary qualification.
• Board certification from the American College of Veterinary Pathology (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ECVCP)
• Strong expertise in clinical pathology and interpretation of diagnostic specimens.
• Ability to provide accurate, detailed, and timely diagnostic evaluations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Comfort working independently while collaborating with colleagues in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with current topics, developments, and issues in clinical veterinary medicine.
• Service-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to participate in a weekend coverage schedule, including a commitment to work one weekend day as part of your weekly schedule.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Opportunity to work with a collaborative team of highly experienced veterinary pathologists.
• Ongoing professional development, continuing education, and opportunities to expand your expertise.
• Exposure to challenging and diverse clinical pathology cases from veterinary practices around the world.
• A culture that values collaboration, innovation, scientific excellence, and continuous learning.
• Starting salary: $144000 / year
• Sign on bonus
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Health / Dental / Vision benefits starting day one
• 5% matching 401k and employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off and continuing education allowance
• Licensure and professional dues support
• Additional benefits including pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, and foundation donation matching

Why IDEXX

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here. Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.