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.