Locum Consultant Histopathology – Birmingham

Pulsejobs.com; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Birmingham is seeking a Locum Consultant Histopathologist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will play a vital role in diagnosing and interpreting disease specimens, working collaboratively with clinical teams, and ensuring high-quality histopathology services. Competitive rates and CESR support offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Daily and weekly payroll services

Revalidation and appraisal services

Access to CPD events & training courses

Exclusive locum opportunities

Recommendation and loyalty schemes

Qualifications

• Medical degree and valid medical license.
• FRCPath or equivalent required.
• Proven experience as a Histopathology Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and analysing tissue samples.
• Managing patient care alongside multidisciplinary teams.
• Providing advice on diagnosis and staging of diseases.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in medicine procedures

Education

Medical degree

FRCPath or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Locum Consultant Histopathologist
Grade: Consultant
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Contract: 12-months fixed-term, with CESR support
Rate: £105,504 to £139,000 a year pro rata per annum

We are seeking a Locum Consultant Histopathologist to join a large NHS Trust in Birmingham on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful applicant will provide advice on the diagnosis, staging, and prognosis of patients suffering from disease, reporting and interpreting specimens submitted to the department in line with RCPath guidelines. You will work with relevant clinical teams in the provision of comprehensive Histopathology services to the users, including advice regarding appropriate specimen collection and investigations, interpretation of reports, and the preparation of policies, procedures, and guidelines. Additionally, you will answer phone calls to and from clinical colleagues, if required. CESR support can be offered to applicants wanting to pursue this pathway to GMC-specialist registration.

What will your responsibilities be?

As a Locum Consultant in Histopathology, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and analysing tissue samples, managing patient care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Your expertise will be vital in guiding teams to deliver high-quality histopathology services and ensure optimal patient outcomes. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the advancement of histopathology and shape the future of patient care.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rates
• Daily and weekly payroll services
• Revalidation and appraisal services
• A dedicated and responsive consultant
• Access to CPD events & training courses
• Access to exclusive locum opportunities with more preferred supplier contracts than anyone else
• Rewarding recommendation and loyalty schemes

Qualifications and Experiences

• Medical degree and valid medical license.
• FRCPath or equivalent.
• Applicants must have GMC registration or be eligible to join the register within 6-months.
• Applicants for the substantive position must have GMC specialist registration or be eligible to join the specialist register within 6-months.
• Proven experience as a Histopathology Consultant.
• Strong diagnostic skills and proficiency in medicine procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with medical advancements.

How to apply?

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