Consultant Histopathologist - General Reporting; CESR Portfolio

A Trust in the North West are looking for a Consultant Histopathologist to report General Histology, within a forward thinking and dynamic District General Hospital. The post holder will also be working alongside other Consultants that are reporting on a wide array of site-areas which will be discussed in MDT meetings.

Due to the nature of the hospital, they have the facilities to support IMGs through their CESR (Portfolio Pathway) application and have a strong track record of successful applicants. There is also a strong emphasis on CPD and progressing personal career interests.

The location of the post provides easy access and is well connected to central Manchester and Liverpool whilst still being close to a national park and the sea. With the North’s lower cost of living compared to the South and the plentiful, high-quality schooling options in the area, this post is also ideal for applicants that would be relocating with their family.

Job Title:

Consultant Histopathologist - Keen Interest working in a Generalist department

Location:

North West

Contract:

Fixed-Term (12months initial contract, view to extend)

The Department

A tight-knit team of 5 Consultants and 2 Specialty Doctors, the team are looking for an additional consultant to manage the departments increasing workload in 2025.

The candidate will be required to have a keen interest and background within General Histopathology and ideally be looking for a long term career in this type of department.

The department commenced their digital pathology implementation in late 2024 and hopes to have a fully digitised platform in place by late Summer 2025.

Main Duties

This is a 10PA job with no out of hours requirements

The post holder will undertake General Histopathology Reporting.

Expectation to take part in Appraisal, Mandatory Training and MDT attendance are expected.

The SPA core time is provided and undertaken within the Trust but there is availability to work from home for up to 1 day a week (needs approval from Clinical Lead)

Professional Development

Consultants are encouraged to develop their roles as educators, innovators and leaders within the department, the hospital and beyond.

Research activities are actively supported

Several Consultants hold National Lead roles, and we are enthusiastic in supporting each other in activities such as presenting work at national and international conferences

Teaching is strongly supported departmentally and trainees regularly give the department good feedback about this.

From the day you join the department you will be required to follow a programme of continuing education to encourage your personal development

You will be required to participate in clinical governance and quality improvement projects, with opportunities to collab with other departments across the Trust.

The Trust is extremely supportive of the GMC Revalidation process and are happy to assist in the process of annual assessment, appraisal, and Revalidation

Requirements

Full GMC Registration

Recognised post graduate qualification (FRCPath)

Evidence of participation in CPD

Non-UK trained applicants need to show evidence working towards CCT equivalent (CESR/Portfolio Pathway)

How MB Care can support

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CV Preparation using our recognised bespoke guidance

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Contract and offer negotiations for salary, relocation packages, tenure and more

Once you have accepted your new role, you’ll then be met by one of our dedicated relocation executives who will guide you through all the way to starting to your new role including:

Document gathering and checking

COS and Visa Application support if applicable

Short- and long-term accommodation sourcing

Travel Arrangements

Family support for finding schools and any other aspects of pastoral care

We look forward to hearing from you regarding this exciting opportunity!