Part-Time Veterinary Clinical Pathologist – Fort Collins

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (CSUVDL) in Fort Collins seeks an Administrative Professional Hourly Veterinary Clinical Pathologist. The role is hourly and in-person preferred, with a schedule up to 19 hours per week as needed across sections.

The position emphasizes cytopathology and ancillary diagnostic duties, supporting accurate, timely results for multiple species and clients while operating within the CSU Quality Management System.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent).
• Board certified by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP).
• Candidates must have or be eligible for a Colorado academic veterinary license.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in veterinary medicine as a diagnostic clinical pathologist.
• Ability to read cytology caseload accurately and in a timely manner, at a minimum of 30-35 cytology cases per day in an 8 hour period.

Responsibilities

• Provide service as a Clinical Pathologist, focusing on cytopathology service and interpretation of cytologic samples, hematology, protein electrophoresis, immunofixation, biochemistry, urinalysis and coagulation results.
• Provide accurate and timely veterinary pathology diagnoses for multiple species with attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Deliver exceptional service to VDL clients and meet turnaround times.
• Communicate with clients in a timely manner and collaborate with stakeholders to advance the VDL.
• Participate in the CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Quality Management System, including SOPs, audits, proficiency testing and quality control.

Skills

Veterinary pathology

Cytopathology

Diagnostics

Communication

Education

DVM degree

ACVP board certification

Job description

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (CSUVDL) in Fort Collins seeks an Administrative Professional Hourly Veterinary Clinical Pathologist. The role is hourly and in-person preferred, with a schedule up to 19 hours per week as needed across sections.

The position emphasizes cytopathology and ancillary diagnostic duties, supporting accurate, timely results for multiple species and clients while operating within the CSU Quality Management System.