Specialty Doctor - Gynaecological Pathology

NHS; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Specialty Doctor in Gynaecological Pathology at Liverpool Clinical Laboratories. The role involves collaboration with a specialist team, diagnostic responsibilities, and opportunities for teaching and training within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Home working options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years' medical work experience since primary qualification.
• Experience in clinical audit and research.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinicians and other pathologists.
• Involved in diagnostic work and contribute to teaching.

Skills

Clinical Audit

Management

Leadership

Research

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Higher degrees relevant to the post

Job description

Go back Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Specialty Doctor - Gynaecological Pathology

The closing date is 20 May 2025

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitable candidate to apply for a specialised gynaecological pathology position at Liverpool Clinical Laboratories (LCL) as a specialist doctor for 1 year, which is part of Liverpool University Hospitals Foundation Trust.

The specialist teams at LCL are well established and successful tertiary referral centres with regional and national repute. The cellular pathology service is the specialist laboratory hub of the Cheshire and Merseyside cellular pathology network, serving as the main training centre for cellular pathology trainees, with strong academic links with the University of Liverpool. The service has recently moved to purpose-built new laboratory facilities at the Royal Liverpool Hospital, and the full rollout of digital pathology makes this an ideal time to join our dynamic and expanding department.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will have a significant role within the gynaecological pathology specialist team, collaborating closely with clinicians and other pathologists. Both established pathologists and new trainees are encouraged to apply, especially those looking to develop their careers within a respected and experienced team, and to subspecialise in a friendly and stimulating environment.

Applicants seeking full-time (10 PAs) or less than full-time hours are encouraged to apply. Flexible and home working arrangements are supported by the team.

The successful candidate will be involved in the full range of diagnostic work within the subspecialty and will have opportunities to contribute to teaching and training of junior medical staff and biomedical scientists.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust includes Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the merger of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. Our shared goal is to improve patient care.

The group employs over 16,800 staff dedicated to serving our communities, from birth onwards.

We serve approximately 630,000 residents across Merseyside, providing general, emergency, and highly specialised regional services for over two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the main trauma centre for Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts regional services including an award-winning stroke unit. Broadgreen Hospital offers elective surgical, diagnostic, and treatment services, along with specialist rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specializes in women's and babies' health, delivering over 7,200 babies annually in the UK's largest single-site maternity hospital. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest in the country to offer all inpatients single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned and specialist care.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, please visit their careers page.

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the role, including an overview of the cellular pathology department and the person specification, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualification

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Full registration and license to practice
• Higher degrees relevant to the post
• Track record of publications

Experience

• Minimum of 12 years' medical work experience since primary qualification, with at least six years in a relevant specialty within the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years are acceptable.
• Experience in clinical audit
• Special expertise or interest in Ophthalmic, Urological, and Molecular Pathology
• Research experience and publications in relevant subjects
• Recognised management and leadership training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to disclose any criminal convictions.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust