Consultant Cellular Pathologist

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Plymouth is seeking histopathologists to join their subspecialist teams. The role allows for development in areas of interest, such as soft tissue or gastrointestinal pathology. Candidates will work collaboratively with current pathologists and may have opportunities to lead in their chosen specialties. The position is located in a vibrant city known for its attractions and career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop areas of subspecialisation and join relevant reporting teams.
• Participate in reporting of various pathologies including soft tissue and gastrointestinal pathology.
• Possibility to become lead pathologist in an area of interest.

Job description

Overview

The histopathologists at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) report in subspecialist areas; there is flexibility to accommodate the incumbent of this post in a number of these areas by mutual agreement, depending on the individual's interests and departmental needs. Current departmental needs include Head and Neck reporting, and Sarcoma reporting.

The post holder will be expected to develop areas of subspecialisation and join the relevant reporting teams related to those areas. Coronial post mortem work is available for interested applicants; however, it is not mandatory.

Responsibilities and opportunities

There may be an opportunity for a mutually agreed re-organisation amongst the present pathologists current areas of specialist interest to allow the incumbent to become lead pathologist in an area of interest. Participation in the reporting of some of the following areas would be particularly welcomed: soft tissue pathology, thoracic pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, head & neck pathology, medical renal biopsies.

About the location

University Hospitals Plymouth is situated within easy reach of central Plymouth, Tavistock, Ivybridge and the Cornish towns of Saltash, via the Tamar bridge and Torpoint via car ferry. Bordered by the rugged beautiful Dartmoor to the North, fantastic beaches and the South West Coast path to the South, the South Hams to the East and Cornwall to the West, Plymouth is a vibrant waterfront city with a wealth of attractions and activities for everyone to enjoy.

About the employer

We are a people business where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

Additional information

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