United States
Sector
Keyword
Veterinary Pathologist
Veterinary Bacteriologist
Animal Anatomist
Minimum MD (Animal Pathology)
Minimum 6 months of internship required
The tasks an Animal Pathologist is expected to perform include:
Conducting research in animal diseases
Recording findings to facilitate diagnosis and treatment of sick animals
Studying nature and causes of animal diseases
Examining tissues and others diseased parts of animals using a microscope
Conducting pathological, serological and bacteriological tests regarding origin and development of diseases
Investigating causes of disease and effect of disease germs such as parasites, bacteria, virus, etc. in animals
Conducting research in ectoparasites like mosquito, flies, lice, fleas, ticks, etc.
Observing action of bacteria on living tissues
Analyzing culture solution of bacteria and determining biochemical properties of bacteria to assess its importance in causing diseases
Preparing reports on findings to be utilized for further research
Conducting post-mortem examination of dead animals to determine causes of death
Knowledge of different animal diseases and illness
Knowledge of different treatments and their effects, anatomy and medical surgical procedures
In-depth knowledge of the chemistry of an animal?s body
Familiar with new practices and discoveries in the concerned field
Knowledge of various diseases caused by micro-organisms or pathogens
Proficient in report writing of the research work done
Not applicable
Attention to detail
Good communication skills
Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Decision-making ability
It is a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option maybe available
Working hours
Hospitals/clinics usually work for 6/7 days a week and 8/10 hours everyday. This may vary from hospital to hospital
Shift system is available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)
One may develop occupational hazards such as stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc., if not taken care of
For freshers -INR45,000 toINR60,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Trends in the Healthcare Sector in India
According to IBEF, the Indian healthcare industry is growing at a tremendous pace due to its strengthening coverage, services and increasing expenditure by public as well private players. The Indian Healthcare sector grew from US$45 billion in 2008 to US$81 billion in 2014, and is projected to continue its rapid expansion, with an estimated market value of US$280 billion by 2020. This, along with the increasing awareness and spending capacity of the Indian middle class, gives healthcare and medical sector a great boost for the future.
Due to increasing attention being directed toward animal care in the country, largernumber of pets and growing awareness among the citizens, animal hospitals and clinics have also increased in number inthe past decade, and many products and medicines are being available in the market for animals. Theseare the reasons that job opportunities for Animal Pathologist are also on a rise.
Animal hospitals
Veterinary clinics
Research labs/centres
Self-employed
Cities and towns across India
Will be updated
Private and government colleges across India
Will be updated