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About the role
Consultant Histopathologist
NHS Consultant Opportunity
Competitive NHS Consultant Salary + Pension + Relocation Support
Join a Modern, Digitally Enabled Histopathology Service
We are seeking an ambitious Consultant Histopathologist to join a well-established Cellular Pathology department within a leading NHS organisation.
This opportunity offers the chance to work within a collaborative consultant team supported by digital pathology, advanced practitioner reporting, dedicated biomedical scientist support and a strong multidisciplinary working environment.
The department operates an oligo-specialist reporting model and welcomes applications from both experienced consultants and doctors approaching CCT/CESR.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
• Established and supportive consultant team
• Modern digital pathology environment
• UKAS-accredited laboratory
• Flexible working opportunities
• Strong MDT involvement
• Excellent work-life balance
• Dedicated SPA time
• Opportunities for teaching, training and service development
• Supportive leadership team with a focus on innovation and quality improvement
The Role
The successful candidate will join a consultant-led service providing high-quality diagnostic histopathology and cytopathology support across a broad range of specialties.
Applications are welcomed from consultants with interests in:
• Gastrointestinal Pathology
• Dermatopathology
• Breast Pathology
• Gynaecological Pathology
• Urological Pathology
• Head & Neck Pathology
• Cytopathology
• General Diagnostic Histopathology
Responsibilities include:
• Diagnostic reporting
• Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings
• Clinical governance activities
• Teaching and supervision of trainees
• Service development and quality improvement initiatives
Department Features
The service benefits from:
• Consultant-led subspecialist reporting
• Dedicated biomedical scientist support
• Advanced practitioner and dissection support
• Digital pathology infrastructure
• Strong clinical engagement with referring specialties
• Established quality and governance frameworks
• Collaborative and supportive departmental culture
Essential Requirements
• GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
• FRCPath (Histopathology) or equivalent
• CCT, CESR, or within six months of completion
• Broad diagnostic histopathology experience
• Strong communication and MDT skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
Benefits
• NHS Consultant Contract
• Competitive Consultant Salary
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Relocation package available
• Flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate
• Study leave and professional development support
• Opportunities to develop subspecialist interests
• Supportive and forward-thinking department
Interested?
Whether you are seeking your first substantive consultant post, considering relocation, or looking for a new challenge within a progressive pathology service, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
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