Consultant Histopathologist

Join Cornwall’s Leading Healthcare Team as a Consultant Histopathologist!

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 Per annum

Permanent / Full-time / part time considered

Are you ready for a unique opportunity to work with a major provider of acute and specialist care services in the stunning region of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly? Serving a population of 570,000—plus a significant boost during peak season—this is your chance to join a vibrant teaching hospital that plays a pivotal role in the community.

With a team of approximately 6,700 dedicated staff, a budget of £580 million, and three key hospital sites, our client delivers essential services to the local and visitor population. Their teaching hospital status, in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, makes this role an exciting chance for career development and academic engagement.

Role Highlights: Consultant Histopathologist (10 PA Full-Time)

This is a rare opportunity for a dedicated Histopathologist to make an impact in Cornwall’s largest pathology department. The laboratory is a designated cancer center with UKAS Accreditation, processing over 35,000 histology cases, 1,600 diagnostic cytology cases, and 900 autopsies annually. The department employs advanced molecular techniques and recently transitioned to a subspecialty reporting model, with a preference for candidates with expertise in GI and/or dermatopathology.

Main Duties Include:

• Implement cutting-edge molecular techniques like automated PCR for theranostic work and tumour expression analysis.
• Provide essential support for the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
• Collaborate with the South 1 NHSI Pathology Network, integrating a digital histopathology solution across 5 regional trusts by 2024.
• Participate in the University of Exeter’s education program, with a tailored job plan offering 2.5 SPAs in your first year as a new consultant.

Flexible Options: Applicants interested in locum or fixed-term positions, especially those pursuing the Portfolio Pathway for Specialist Registration, are encouraged to apply.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Work-Life Balance: Based in the scenic cathedral city of Truro, you’ll experience Cornwall’s coastal beauty, a vibrant cultural scene, and unmatched recreational opportunities.
• Educational Involvement: Contribute to the education of tomorrow’s medical professionals with Exeter Medical School and Peninsula Dental School.
• Easy Connections: Newquay Airport provides quick flights to major UK cities, and Truro offers direct train links to London.
• Relocation Support: A generous relocation package of up to £8,000 is available.

Essential Qualifications:

• FRCPath or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice
• Listed on the GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months of obtaining)
• Experience in Clinical Histopathology
• A background in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

Ready to elevate your career in a truly special location? Join us in Cornwall and make a difference in a region where healthcare and community go hand in hand!

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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