The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology (SYBP) Partnership is hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and delivers clinical laboratory services to 5 Partner Trusts across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw.
We are appointing up to 2 FTE Consultant Histopathologist. A variety of areas of subspecialist practice can be accommodated subject to the special interests of the applicant, but applications from candidates offering Dermatopathology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, Gynae pathology, Breast, Hepatobiliary and Endocrine pathology are particularly welcome. We envisage the posts will be primarily based at Sheffield but there may be to support to services at Doncaster or Rotherham pending our laboratory consolidation.
SYB Histopathology is transitioning to primary Digital reporting and applications from digitally trained pathologists are welcome.
Any candidate 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.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The Consultant staff of the Histopathology Department are organised into subspecialist reporting teams. Our consultants typically practice in 1 - 3 subspecialist areas of practice in line with their interests and with the needs of the department. Direct Clinical Care (DCC) work includes appropriate dissection, histology and cytology reporting, and MDT preparation and delivery.
Further details of the post can be found in the Job Description.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. SYB Histopathology laboratories workload amounts to approximately 134,000 annually. First time right and avoid duplication are our principles that underpin our work. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with focus on innovation, research and high-quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
* Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview
* Postgraduate professional qualifications - FRCPath or equivalent
* If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
Desirable
* MD or PhD or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
* Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Histopathology. Possess broad clinical experience in the general aspects of the post.
* Willingness to use voice recognition for report dictation and adopt other appropriate workflow technologies.
Desirable
* Subspecialty interest commensurate with the needs of the service.
Research
Essential
* Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
* Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
* Ideas for future research whilst in post
Teaching and Training
Essential
* Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
* Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
* Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Essential
* Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
* Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
* Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal Attributes
Essential
* Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD value
* Good oral and written communication skills
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