Histopathology Consultant
Posted 05/04/2024 by Day Webster
Day Webster Recruitment is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Histopathology Consultant to join our prestigious team. As a Consultant in Histopathology, you will play a key role in providing expert diagnostic services and contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to make a significant impact in the field of pathology and advance their career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive histopathological examinations and provide accurate and timely diagnostic reports on tissue specimens obtained from surgical procedures, biopsies, and autopsies, adhering to established diagnostic criteria and quality assurance standards.
- Interpret and analyze histological findings, integrating clinical and laboratory data to formulate accurate diagnoses and provide clinically relevant information to healthcare teams, guiding patient management and treatment decisions.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, tumor boards, and clinical case discussions, collaborating with clinicians, surgeons, radiologists, and other specialists to ensure coordinated and integrated patient care pathways.
- Provide expert advice and consultation to clinical colleagues, junior medical staff, and allied healthcare professionals on the interpretation of histopathological findings, diagnostic techniques, and appropriate specimen handling and processing.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of histopathology protocols, guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
- Engage in teaching, training, and supervision of junior medical staff, trainee pathologists, medical students, and laboratory technicians, fostering a culture of learning, excellence, and continuous professional development.
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and eligibility for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register in Histopathology or equivalent qualification.
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Histopathology.
- Extensive experience in diagnostic histopathology, with expertise in interpreting a wide range of tissue specimens and familiarity with current histological techniques, staining methods, and ancillary tests.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment and communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the capacity to provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and supervision to junior medical staff and contribute to service development and improvement initiatives.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care, promoting clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous improvement in pathology services.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and expertise, in line with NHS pay scales and consultant grades.
- Flexible working arrangements with opportunities for full-time, part-time, and flexible working patterns to accommodate individual preferences and lifestyle needs.
- Access to professional development and training opportunities, including support for continuing medical education, attendance at conferences, and participation in research projects and academic activities.
- Comprehensive employee benefits package, including pension scheme, annual leave entitlement, sick pay, and access to employee assistance program and wellbeing resources.
- Opportunities for career advancement and progression within histopathology and related specialties, with support for further training, professional accreditation, and leadership roles.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment with opportunities to work alongside experienced consultants and contribute to service development and improvement initiatives.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- 05/04/2024
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- AGB556
- Job ID:
- 221425477
- Applications:
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