About the role
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.