Consultant Cellular Pathology
The closing date is 10 May 2026. We invite applications for a Consultant position in Cellular Pathology at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This is a replacement post providing 10 programmed activities: 7.5 PAs of DCC and 2.5 PAs of SPA.
The post will support histopathology and non‑gynaecological cytology services alongside the Cellular Pathology team. Opportunities include teaching Cellular Pathology Specialty Trainees, Oxford rotations, Buckingham University medical students and potentially contributing to a Coroner’s autopsy rota (optional). The post is full‑time; part‑time arrangements may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
Responsibilities
* Provide histopathology and non‑gynaecological cytology services for patients.
* Attend and report at multidisciplinary team meetings.
* Participate in core and non‑core activities such as research, quality improvement, educational supervision and leadership, as per the job plan.
* Contribute to the consultant development programme and acquire specific skills and expertise when agreed.
* Support autopsies and, if suitable, join the Coroner’s autopsy rota.
Benefits
* Free on‑site parking
* Free tea and coffee
* Great flexible working opportunities
* Discounted gym membership
* Lease car scheme
* Generous annual leave and pension scheme
* Extensive staff health and well‑being programme
Qualifications / Registration
* Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council and a licence to practice (or eligibility to register within six months of interview).
* Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) or equivalent evidence.
* UK‑trained applicants must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award.
* Non‑UK‑trained applicants must provide evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
Experience / Training
* Broad experience in all aspects of Cellular Pathology for effective management of patients.
* Significant postgraduate experience, including relevant higher medical training as a Specialist Trainee or Senior Registrar.
* Experience in histopathology, cytopathology and reporting fine‑needle aspirates.
* Special experience in surgical pathology and cytopathology (excluding cervical cytology).
* Sufficient experience in autopsy.
Knowledge
* Appropriate level of clinical knowledge and application of evidence‑based practice.
* Broad experience within and outside speciality.
Clinical Skills
* Contributing to multidisciplinary patient management.
* Understanding of clinical risk management.
Communication Skills & Teaching
* Good written and verbal communication; ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
* Proven background in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research; training for teaching role is desirable.
* Experience supervising speciality trainees and medical students.
* Capability to appraise trainees and other staff.
* Qualification in medical education (e.g., Diploma) is an advantage.
* Ability to motivate and develop training for medical and non‑medical staff.
* Interest in medical management.
Other Requirements
* Ability to work independently and as part of the Pathology Division.
* Balance of individual and departmental duties.
* Build trust and confidence with colleagues and patients.
* Participate in clinical directorate management.
* IT and computer skills.
Health
* Good health; proof of Hepatitis B immunisation and negative antigen status.
Research & Audit
* Appraise research and understand audit principles.
* Publish peer‑reviewed manuscripts in Cellular Pathology.
Disclosure & Barring Service Check
Applications are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and may require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year (pro rata).
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