Consultant - Histopathology

The Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology has secured additional funding for a further 3 full time 10 PA Consultant Histopathologist posts to support an increase in clinical activity.
Our laboratory is a designated centre for many Cancer sites and has full UKAS Accreditation. The laboratory is on track to receive over 40,000 Histology, 1,600 Diagnostic Cytology and 900 autopsy requests this year. The department performs a wide range of molecular techniques. The department has recently moved to a subspecialty reporting system. Applicants from both specialised and more generalised backgrounds will be considered, but an interest in GI &/or dermatopathology would be preferable. Candidates with an interest Haematopathology or breast pathology would also be welcome.
The post offers many opportunities for motivated applicants along with a generous relocation package of up to £8000.
Please note: This is a permanent consultant post and will require an AAC panel interview. As such, you must be on the specialist register or have a pending a CCT date. You can view your registration status via gmc-uk.org/doctors/ before applying. Applications with no specialist registration will be rejected. Do however speak to the specialty contact for potential locum or non-consultant variations of this post., With a proven track record of improving the service, notable achievements in the last couple of years include:
+ Molecular automated PCR for theranostic work (e.g Idylla® BRAF) and tumour expression analysis (e.g ALK in lung carcinoma)
+ Provision of a EUS and EBUS rapid onsite evaluation service for pancreatic, lung, adrenal & head/neck
+ Pathology support for Bowel Cancer Screening programme including age expansion and Bowel Scope Screening
+ Collaborative working with neighbouring hospitals as part of the South 1 NHSI Pathology Network. This includes the procurement of an end to end digital Histopathology solution which will connect all 5 Trusts within the region, facilitating the sharing of cases, MDT discussion & expert 2^nd opinion. We will be looking to install & implement digital Histopathology in 2024.
The department is actively involved in the delivery of the education programme of the University of Exeter and this post will be part of this provision. For new consultants the job plan for this post will include 2.5 SPAs for the first year.
Any applicant 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 colleague, The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 570,000 - which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

Cornwall and this post offer:
+ Excellent work/life balance. We are based in Cathedral city of Truro at the centre of the Cornish peninsula. The surrounding countryside is renowned for its spectacular rural and coastal scenery. There is a vibrant cultural life, fantastic recreational opportunities and first-class education from Primary school to the University Campus at Falmouth.
+ Academic/teaching. The University of Exeter Medical School is based on the RCH site. The department has a strong record of undergraduate teaching.
+ Communications. Newquay airport offers frequent flights (<60 minutes) to London, Birmingham and Manchester. Intercity train services run from Truro to London and other major cities. The county is well served by fibre broadband.
+ Relocation. A generous relocation package (up to £8000) is available.
Applicants are required to hold Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
Applicants that are UK trained, 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. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
+ Identity Checks
+ Professional registration and qualification checks
+ Employment history and reference checks
+ Work health assessments
+ Criminal record check standards
+ Right to work checks
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
+ We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
+ Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed.
Thank you for your application if you have not received a reply within 21 days of the closing date you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be aware that your application and related documents will be retained confidentially for a period of 12 months.
It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. To work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require a visa - we may be able to provide sponsorship, but this is not guaranteed.
Benefits include optional pension and life assurance and a dedicated Childcare Co-ordination Team
We are committed to ensuring our staff are developed, engaged and supported to work in different ways to support the ever-changing environment in which we operate.
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is a non-smoking organisation.
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Royal Cornwall Hospital is an Equal Opportunities employer.