Job overview
This is a fixed term consultant post to cover Maternity leave between 13/04/26 and 12/04/2027 within a generalist cellular pathology department. The appointed individual would be able to report gynaecological pathology and ideally two or three further sub-specialities. The department can accommodate other specialty interests. The posts will be based at the St Richards Hospital as part of the University Hospitals Sussex NHS foundation trust (UHSussex). Any applicant who is unable for personal reasons, to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues
Main duties of the job
Reporting / macroscopic dissection diagnostic Histopathology
Reporting relevant intra operative frozen sections
Reporting non-gynae cytopathology
Participation in MDM cover
Clinical education of trainees
Participation of governance and management
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Diagnostic services are shared between consultants on a flexible rota, agreed among the consultants. There is currently general working with each consultant covering between two and four subspecialties. The specific clinical duties of the post will be agreed with the successful candidate at the time of job planning. The appointed consultants will be expected to participate in diagnostic surgical pathology and multidisciplinary team meetings. There is a requirement for diagnostic cytopathology but no requirement to provide a pathologist-aspirator FNA service. It is expected that Consultants will participate in EQA in their specialist areas. The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis. Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Basic medical degree
2. FRCPath or its recognised equivalent.
3. Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. • If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Specialty or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. • If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Desirable criteria
4. Higher Degree
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential criteria
5. Reporting diagnostic Histopathology and cytopathology
6. Microscopic and macroscopic specimen examination
Knowledge
Desirable criteria
7. Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential criteria
8. Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
9. Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable criteria
10. Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential criteria
11. Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable criteria
12. Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential criteria
13. Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable criteria
14. Research experience
15. Publications
16. Prizes and honours
Progression Career
Essential criteria
17. Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
18. Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
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