Consultant, Cellular Pathology — 9–5, No On-Call

Transformation Unit; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership Programme

Mentorship

Research opportunities

Annual appraisal

Education facilities

Job summary

The Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Preston is seeking a Consultant in Cellular Pathology to join our team and deliver a comprehensive histopathology service at Royal Preston Hospital.

The role offers a full-time 10-session week, with a focus on developing specialist interests to complement cancer services, participating in governance and education, and contributing to research and service development within the cellular pathology department.

Qualifications

• Full and specialist registration with the GMC (or eligible within six months of interview)
• MBChB or equivalent or evidence of equivalent qualifications
• FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
• UK-trained applicants must hold CCT or be within six months of award by interview date
• Non-UK trained applicants must show evidence of UK CCT/CESR equivalence
• Evidence of academic excellence in Pathology

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive histopathology service.
• Develop specialist interests to complement cancer services.
• Co-operate with the Pathology Directorate to ensure effective laboratory administration.
• Attend boards and committees; participate in resource management.
• Oversee rosters, duties, and staff instruction within the department.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Organisation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

MBChB or equivalent

FRCPath

GMC registration/licence

CCT (UK) or near

Job description

The Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Preston is seeking a Consultant in Cellular Pathology to join our team and deliver a comprehensive histopathology service at Royal Preston Hospital.

The role offers a full-time 10-session week, with a focus on developing specialist interests to complement cancer services, participating in governance and education, and contributing to research and service development within the cellular pathology department.