Consultant Histopathologist
The closing date is 12 May 2026
The Department is housed in a self‑contained unit opposite the outpatient department. It contains separate histopathology, cytopathology and immunohistology laboratories, a secretarial office, five consultant offices, a senior MLSO office and a tea‑room.
The mortuary is on the ground floor of the main hospital block and has been upgraded with expanded storage facilities and a new post‑mortem room.
All consultants have their own offices with modern microscopes, video capture, VDU display and a networked PC. A large multi‑headed teaching microscope is available in the main laboratory.
Immunohistochemical stains are performed using two Benchmark Ultra analysers (maximum 180 slides/day). In situ hybridisation and molecular studies are performed in regional centres. The laboratory uses WinPath (Clinisys) and will transition to EPIC/Beaker December 2025.
Main duties of the job
* Share equally with other consultants in providing comprehensive histopathology and cytopathology reporting, including bowel cancer screening programme work.
* Share equally in the provision of the autopsy service (coroner’s cases, extra‑contractual work, time‑shifting).
* Assume administrative duties, including potential Head of Department/Budget Holder and Clinical Director of Pathology roles.
* Run clinico‑pathological meetings on a rota basis.
* Engage in continuing professional development according to Royal College guidelines, medical audit, clinical governance, UKAS accreditation and revalidation.
* Participate in regional and national EQA schemes and internal quality control.
* Cover for colleagues during short absences.
* Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students and contribute to research collaborations; no in‑department trainees.
* Prioritise patient safety, dignity and care, providing consultant‑delivered clinical leadership and supervision.
* Ensure rapid assessment, treatment and clinical decision‑making, maintaining high standards of safety, quality and performance.
* Engage in audit and quality assurance processes and liaison with clinicians, managers and local GPs.
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration (licence to practice).
* CCT specialist registration or obtain within 6 months of interview.
* FRCPath or equivalent evidence.
* English Level 2 minimum (GCSE grade C or equivalent), IELTS or UK medical school graduate.
* Distinctions, scholarships, prizes.
* Additional degrees (e.g., BSc, MSc, MD).
* At least three years in higher training in relevant specialty.
Clinical Experience
* Clinical training equivalent to UK CCT requirements.
* Broad experience in specimen reporting across histopathology and cytopathology, including FNA and high‑volume reporting.
* Expert clinical opinion across a range of problems.
* Independent autopsy performance, including medico‑legal aspects.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.
Contact
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
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