Clinical Pathologist - South Africa

IDEXX; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary diagnostics is seeking a Clinical Pathologist to join their innovative team. In this role, you will provide essential diagnostic evaluations, ensuring high standards of quality and customer service. Collaborate with skilled pathologists and laboratory personnel to enhance the diagnostic process while maintaining a commitment to ongoing education and quality control. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values learning and discovery, making a significant impact on pet health and welfare. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Incentives

Benefits

Positive Work Culture

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent required, with board certification preferred.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic evaluations and follow-up consultations.
• Perform examinations and prepare pathology reports promptly.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Computer Literacy

Service-oriented Attitude

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Pathology Board Certification (ACVP or ECVCP)

MMedVet(CLD)

Tools

Typing Equipment

Dictation Equipment

Job description

IDEXX reference laboratories is a global network united by a shared commitment to enhancing pet care, where the true strength in our name is the people behind it. Our reference laboratories enable our customers to discover more through our unwavering commitment to innovation, personalized support, guidance, and expertise, while offering the most comprehensive and advanced diagnostic tests, technology, and tools.

As a Clinical Pathologist, your primary duties include:

1. Providing diagnostic evaluations in clinical pathology and necessary follow-up consultations for clients.
2. Ensuring high standards of quality, timeliness, customer service, and effective communication skills.
3. Performing gross and microscopic examinations of clinical pathology specimens and preparing pathology reports promptly.
4. Meeting caseload and turnaround time expectations.
5. Providing telephone and email consultations to clients.
6. Collaborating with other pathologists to promote collegiality.
7. Partnering with laboratory personnel to ensure proper specimen processing and acting as the pathologist on duty.
8. Participating in pathologist meetings and developing professional relationships with clients to promote IDEXX’s growth.
9. Engaging in quality control programs.
10. Maintaining and developing diagnostic skills through ongoing education.
11. Participating in professional activities outside routine diagnostics, as approved, to enhance IDEXX's reputation and function.

Qualifications Needed:

1. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.
2. Pathology Board Certification (ACVP or ECVCP) preferred; MMedVet(CLD) also considered.
3. Applicants from board-eligible pathologists are encouraged, with support for board studies.
4. Fluency in English.
5. Knowledge of current topics in veterinary medicine.
6. Proficiency in typing and dictation equipment.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
8. Service-oriented attitude and organizational skills.
9. Computer literacy.
10. Experience in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory is preferred.
11. Located in South Africa.

Why Choose IDEXX?

We are proud of our impactful work, leading innovation across industries to improve pet health, water safety, and livestock protection. With customers in over 175 countries and a workforce of over 10,000, we foster a positive, respectful work culture that values learning and discovery. We offer competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits, supporting meaningful work that makes a difference. Join us to pursue what matters together.

If you're interested and ready to learn more, apply today so we can connect with you.