Anatomical Pathologist, LGH

Compensation Type Detail

The compensation type for this role is Clinical Service Contract

Come work as an Anatomical Pathologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Based at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, the North Shore Pathology Group provides anatomical pathology, laboratory administration, and diagnostic hematopathology for LGH, regional hospitals in Sechelt and Squamish, and diagnostic centers in Whistler and Pemberton. This includes a workload of 35,000 surgical pathology and non-gynecologic cytology specimens.

Based on documented trends in patient and case demographics, candidates with post-residency subspecialty training in dermatopathology and gastrointestinal tract pathology will be given prioritized consideration. Remuneration levels are set by the MOH master agreement with the Doctors of BC.

Please include with your application a cover letter, CV and any other relevant documents for review.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Stephanie Barnes Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
  
  

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Education, Licensing, & Experience

• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full or Provisional
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory
  
  

Knowledge & Abilities

• Based on documented trends in patient and case demographics, candidates with post-residency sub-specialty training in dermatopathology and gastrointestinal tract pathology will be given prioritized consideration