Job Description

Job Title: Consultant Histopathologist
Grade: Consultant
Location: Southwest England
Working Hours: Full-time, 10 PAs (with flexibility for part-time applicants)
Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 per annum

About the Role

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.
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.

Requirements

• 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)
• UK-trained applicants must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award by the date of interview
• FRCPath (Part 1 and Part 2)

Typical Job Plan
A standard 10 PA job plan includes:

• 5 PAs for Direct Clinical Care (DCC): reporting, MDT participation, clinical liaison
• 5 PAs for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA): CPD, audit, teaching, research (increased SPA time for new consultants in the first year)
• Participation in autopsy services and rapid onsite evaluation for EUS/EBUS procedures
• Opportunities for additional sessions and subspecialty development

About the Department

The Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology is a vibrant, innovative unit with:

• Full UKAS accreditation
• A wide range of molecular diagnostic techniques, including automated PCR and tumour expression analysis
• Active participation in the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme
• A digital histopathology solution being implemented across the South 1 NHSI Pathology Network
• Strong links with teaching and research hospitals in the region

About the Hospital

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.

Why Relocate to Southwest England?

• Exceptional quality of life
• Stunning coastal scenery, beaches, and countryside
• A vibrant arts and food scene
• Excellent schools and a strong sense of community
• Outdoor lifestyle with surfing, hiking, sailing, and more
• Lower cost of living compared to many urban centres
• A charming hub with excellent transport links, independent shops, and cultural venues