Consultant Cellular Pathologist

NHS; Romford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant Cellular Pathologist to join their dynamic team. This full-time, permanent position offers the opportunity to work in a busy, UKAS accredited department, providing a comprehensive service to the Trust and supporting cancer screening programs. The role emphasizes leadership, quality improvement, and collaboration in a diverse environment. The successful candidate will hold GMC registration and FRCPath or equivalent, with experience in histopathology. Join a forward-thinking organization that values compassion and inclusivity in its approach to healthcare.

Benefits

Limited financial support for CPD activities

Study leave as per policy

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and license to practice is required.
• Experience at consultant level in Breast and Urologic pathology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to audit, quality improvement, and research.
• Lead with compassionate, inclusive leadership within the team.

Skills

General Histopathology

Leadership

Teaching

Audit and Research

Compassionate Leadership

Education

MBBS or MBBCh

FRCPath or equivalent

Job description

Go back Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Consultant Cellular Pathologist

The closing date is 08 June 2025

This is a substantive post for a Consultant Cellular Pathologist in the Department of Cellular Pathology at Barking, Havering and Redbridge NHS Trust, replacing a retiree. The appointee will share responsibilities with colleagues to provide a comprehensive, efficient, and cost-effective service to the Trust, GPs, and other users.

Main duties of the job

Applications are invited for one full-time, permanent Consultant position in Histopathology. The department includes eleven Consultant Histopathologists, two honorary consultants, a Clinical Scientist, and a team of four specialty doctors and a pathologists' assistant.

The department is busy, UKAS accredited, and covers nearly all specialties except renal biopsies and pediatric/neonatal pathology. It processes samples from the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre and supports cancer screening programs, serving as a major Cancer Centre for Essex.

About us

We are an improving organization, recently recognized as the most improved Trust in England for A&E performance, with a diverse staff from 146 countries. We operate from King George Hospital and Queen's Hospital, with busy emergency departments, new theatres, and diagnostic centers. An upcoming electronic patient record system will enhance patient care.

Job responsibilities

The post involves contributing to a culture of audit, quality improvement, and research. The department has excellent immunohistochemistry and molecular testing facilities, with collaborations to ensure access to advanced genomic testing. The candidate must hold GMC registration and FRCPath or equivalent.

• Lead with compassionate, inclusive leadership, ensuring staff are trained in EDI and fostering a safe, respectful work environment.
• Challenge discriminatory behavior and promote diversity and respect within the team.

Teaching and CPD

All consultants must attend relevant courses and contribute to clinical education. The Trust offers limited financial support for CPD activities and study leave as per policy. Teaching of medical students is not currently part of the department's activities.

Application process

Applications are online. For assistance or adjustments, contact Azeez, Recruitment Advisor, at 01708 435000 ext. 4440.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and license to practice
• MBBS or MBBCh and FRCPath or equivalent
• Experience at consultant level in Breast and Urologic pathology
• General histopathology background
• Experience in teaching, audit, research, management, and leadership

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pathology Medical Staff

Queen’s Hospital and King George Hospital