Consultant Histopathologist

Jarrodean Healthcare Recruitment; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking NHS department in beautiful Truro as a Consultant Histopathologist. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly accredited laboratory that handles over 35,000 histology requests annually. You will play a vital role in implementing digital histopathology and collaborating with neighboring hospitals to enhance patient care. With a focus on both specialized and generalist backgrounds, this position is perfect for those passionate about GI or dermatopathology. Enjoy a generous relocation bonus, flexible working options, and the chance to make a significant impact in the field of pathology.

Benefits

Generous relocation bonus up to £8,000

Flexible working

Blue light card and NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration and FRCPath or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching and pathology support is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular automated PCR and tumour expression analysis.
• Provide pathology support for bowel cancer screening programs.

Skills

Molecular automated PCR

Tumour expression analysis

Pathology support for Bowel Cancer Screening

Teaching experience

Education

Full registration with GMC

FRCPath or equivalent qualification

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Consultant Histopathologists for a full time NHS post for the Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology based in beautiful Truro, Cornwall.

The laboratory is a designated centre for many Cancer sites and has full UKAS Accreditation, receiving over 35,000 Histology, approximately 1,600 Diagnostic Cytology and 900 autopsy requests during 2023 and performing a wide range of molecular techniques.

Applicants from both specialised and more generalised backgrounds will be considered, but an interest in GI &/or dermatopathology would be preferable. The plan is to install & implement digital Histopathology in 2025.

You will:

1. Undertake Molecular automated PCR for theranostic work (e.g Idylla BRAF) and tumour expression analysis (e.g ALK in lung carcinoma).
2. Provide an EUS and EBUS rapid onsite evaluation service for pancreatic, lung, adrenal & head/neck.
3. Provide Pathology support for Bowel Cancer Screening programme including age expansion and Bowel Scope Screening.
4. Work collaboratively with neighbouring hospitals which includes the procurement of an end-to-end digital Histopathology solution, which will connect all 5 Trusts within the region, facilitating the sharing of cases, MDT discussion & expert 2nd opinion.

Person Requirements:

• Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC.
• FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification.
• On GMC specialist register or within 6 months of interview date.
• Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
• Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

In addition to full NHS Employee Benefits, the additional advantages of working for this Trust include:

• A generous relocation bonus up to £8,000 if applicable.
• Flexible working.
• Blue light card and NHS discounts.

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