Consultant Histopathologist

Consultant Histopathologist

The closing date is 12 March 2026

This post is for a general Histopathologist with a specific interest in one or more of the following Gynae, Head & Neck, Skin pathology, Breast and Pan-GI. Please specify your clinical interests clearly in your application form.

The appointee will join the other Consultant Histopathologists in the Department to form a team which provides diagnostic histopathology, non-cervical cytopathology and autopsy services (if desired).

The department is predominantly made up of Consultant Histopathologists which are sub‑specialised but also participate in the reporting of general "pooled" specimens.

• To provide a rapid, reliable diagnostic histopathology and cytopathology service to the Trust, working as part of a Team of Consultant Histopathologists
• To liaise with clinical colleagues and technical staff, to provide advice and to be available for consultation on the interpretation of diagnostic findings.
• To share in the teaching and training of medical and BMS trainees, undergraduate students and trainees in other disciplines.
• To share in the supervision and development of BMS cut up.
• To maintain and develop general and relevant subspecialty skills and remain abreast of modern clinical and professional practice.
• To participate in the CPD scheme of the Royal College of Pathologists.
• To participate in relevant multidisciplinary/CPC meetings providing cover when required.
• To share responsibility for the proper use of funds within the department.
• To manage personal workload in such a way that capacity is maximised and quality of care is optimised.
• To participate in quality management activities including relevant professional EQA schemes, audit, SOP preparation and all aspects of clinical governance.
• To attend departmental business, operational and clinical governance meetings and to provide clinical and professional input and advice to the laboratory service.
• To cover for Consultant colleagues when they take leave. Similarly, the appointee will be covered in absences for annual and study leave by colleagues.

Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

• We are one team

We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

For full details please see attached job description and person specification.

Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit by prior appointment to see the department. Please note interview will be face to face.

• Evidence of completing a period of approved training in histopathology
• Evidence of subspecialty histopathology
• EQA registration in chosen subspecialty

• MBChB or equivalent
• Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists (UK) or equivalent
• Full GMC registration and continue to hold a licence to practise
• On Specialist Register with GMC and continue to hold a licence to practice
• CCT or within 6 months of AAC date

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust