Job Description
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Consultant Histopathologist<br><strong>Grade:</strong> Consultant<br><strong>Location:</strong> Southwest England<br><strong>Working Hours:</strong> Full-time, 10 PAs (with flexibility for part-time applicants)<br><strong>Salary:</strong> £105,504 – £139,882 per annum</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Consultant Histopathologist to join our expanding team within the Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, well-equipped department that is central to cancer diagnostics and molecular pathology in the region.<br>The department is a UKAS-accredited centre for multiple cancer sites and processes over 35,000 histology, 1,600 diagnostic cytology, and 900 autopsy requests annually. Having recently transitioned to a subspecialty reporting system, and while all applicants are welcome, a special interest in gastrointestinal or dermatopathology is particularly desirable.</p>
<p><strong>Requirements</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Full registration and licence to practise with the GMC and be on the Specialist Register in Histopathology (or be eligible within six months of interview)</li>
<li>UK-trained applicants must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award by the date of interview</li>
<li>FRCPath (Part 1 and Part 2)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Typical Job Plan</strong><br>A standard 10 PA job plan includes:</p>
<ul>
<li>5 PAs for Direct Clinical Care (DCC): reporting, MDT participation, clinical liaison</li>
<li>5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA): CPD, audit, teaching, research (increased SPA time for new consultants in the first year)</li>
<li>Participation in autopsy services and rapid onsite evaluation for EUS/EBUS procedures</li>
<li>Opportunities for additional sessions and subspecialty development</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About the Department</strong></p>
<p>The Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology is a vibrant, innovative unit with:</p>
<ul>
<li>Full UKAS accreditation</li>
<li>A wide range of molecular diagnostic techniques, including automated PCR and tumour expression analysis</li>
<li>Active participation in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme</li>
<li>A digital histopathology solution being implemented across the South 1 NHSI Pathology Network</li>
<li>Strong links with teaching and research hospitals in the region</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About the Hospital</strong></p>
<p>Our client is renowned for high standards of care and innovation. The hospital offers a wide range of services and is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the community. Located in a beautiful part of the country, the hospital benefits from excellent transport links and a supportive local community.</p>
<p><strong>Why Relocate to Southwest England?</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Exceptional quality of life</li>
<li>Stunning coastal scenery, beaches, and countryside</li>
<li>A vibrant arts and food scene</li>
<li>Excellent schools and a strong sense of community</li>
<li>Outdoor lifestyle with surfing, hiking, sailing, and more</li>
<li>Lower cost of living compared to many urban centres</li>
<li>A charming hub with excellent transport links, independent shops, and cultural venues</li>
</ul>