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Consultant in Histopathology - Cellular Pathologist
The closing date is 15 June 2025
We are looking to fill 2 (wte) substantive Consultant Histopathologist posts, which have become vacant due to retirement. The expected working hours are 9 AM - 5 PM, with some time shifting if agreed locally. The post is based at the Hemel Hempstead site. Appointees will be expected to provide diagnostic surgical pathology services for the Trust, with work distribution reflecting service needs and the appointee's specialist interests. Successful candidates will be eligible for a relocation allowance of £12,000 (if required). The Trust has approved up to 1 PA of SPA time per week to be worked flexibly, in line with the Trust’s flexible working policy and recognition of staff contributions.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will participate in routine reporting of histopathology and possibly diagnostic cytology specimens, focusing on Gynae and Skin, along with miscellaneous samples. Specific responsibilities can be negotiated during the interview. They will also provide cover for MDT meetings and attend clinical governance meetings. There is no out-of-hours commitment.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and updates underway at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and leveraging advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are priorities, as is innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes, and patient experience.
We are a flexible working employer. At West Herts, we recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer various flexible working options. For more information, visit our flexible working webpage. We encourage and welcome applicants with disabilities. If assistance is needed, please ask. The Trust reserves the right to close this advert early due to high volume of applications. Please apply promptly. If you do not hear within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.
Job responsibilities
The appointee will join a team of 12 consultants and two clinical fellows, contributing to teaching and supervising trainees. The department has subspecialised reporting groups for major cancer types. There will be no requirement for cervical cytology or cervical screening histology reporting. CPD registration with the Royal College of Pathologists is expected.
Person Specification
Please refer to the JD for details.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to screen for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary ranges from £105,504 to £139,882 per year, with an additional £149 per annum for London Fringe.
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