Autonomous Cellular Pathology Doctor | High-Volume Reporting

Great Western Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon is seeking a Specialist Doctor in Cellular Pathology for a 12-month fixed-term position. The appointee will report on high-volume lower-complexity cases across general histopathology, working autonomously within defined competencies.

The role focuses on direct clinical care with emphasis on turn-around times and timely reporting, and will be advertised with details during job planning. No MDT attendance required.

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered.
• FRCPath (UK) or equivalent.
• UK Registration for practice in the NHS is required.
• Ability to take independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Demonstrated leadership and audit participation.
• Intermediate to advanced IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Reporting of histopathology specimens to a high standard.
• Providing evidence-based care for patients in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Continuing responsibility for patient care including admin duties (with secretarial support).
• Participation in clinical audit and in continuing medical education.
• Managing duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.

Education

FRCPath (UK) or equivalent

Job description

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Swindon is seeking a Specialist Doctor in Cellular Pathology for a 12-month fixed-term position. The appointee will report on high-volume lower-complexity cases across general histopathology, working autonomously within defined competencies.

The role focuses on direct clinical care with emphasis on turn-around times and timely reporting, and will be advertised with details during job planning. No MDT attendance required.