Locum Consultant Pathologist

Consultant Histopathologist

NHS Consultant Opportunity

Competitive NHS Consultant Salary + Pension + Relocation Support

Join a Modern, Digitally Enabled Histopathology Service

We are seeking an ambitious Consultant Histopathologist to join a well-established Cellular Pathology department within a leading NHS organisation.

This opportunity offers the chance to work within a collaborative consultant team supported by digital pathology, advanced practitioner reporting, dedicated biomedical scientist support and a strong multidisciplinary working environment.

The department operates an oligo-specialist reporting model and welcomes applications from both experienced consultants and doctors approaching CCT/CESR.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established and supportive consultant team
• Modern digital pathology environment
• UKAS-accredited laboratory
• Flexible working opportunities
• Strong MDT involvement
• Excellent work-life balance
• Dedicated SPA time
• Opportunities for teaching, training and service development
• Supportive leadership team with a focus on innovation and quality improvement

The Role

The successful candidate will join a consultant-led service providing high-quality diagnostic histopathology and cytopathology support across a broad range of specialties.

Applications are welcomed from consultants with interests in:

• Gastrointestinal Pathology
• Dermatopathology
• Breast Pathology
• Gynaecological Pathology
• Urological Pathology
• Head & Neck Pathology
• Cytopathology
• General Diagnostic Histopathology

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnostic reporting
• Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings
• Clinical governance activities
• Teaching and supervision of trainees
• Service development and quality improvement initiatives

Department Features

The service benefits from:

• Consultant-led subspecialist reporting
• Dedicated biomedical scientist support
• Advanced practitioner and dissection support
• Digital pathology infrastructure
• Strong clinical engagement with referring specialties
• Established quality and governance frameworks
• Collaborative and supportive departmental culture

Essential Requirements

• GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
• FRCPath (Histopathology) or equivalent
• CCT, CESR, or within six months of completion
• Broad diagnostic histopathology experience
• Strong communication and MDT skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care

Benefits

• NHS Consultant Contract
• Competitive Consultant Salary
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Relocation package available
• Flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate
• Study leave and professional development support
• Opportunities to develop subspecialist interests
• Supportive and forward-thinking department

Interested?

Whether you are seeking your first substantive consultant post, considering relocation, or looking for a new challenge within a progressive pathology service, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

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