Histopathology Consultant Job at Remedium Partners (West Midlands)

Histopathology Consultant

Remedium Partners

Location:
United Kingdom , West Midlands

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

109725.00 - 145478.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Cellular Pathologist with an interest in Breast Pathology to join a forward-thinking pathology service in the West Midlands. The successful candidate will contribute to a comprehensive histopathology and cytopathology service, supported by a modern, UKAS-accredited laboratory and a developing digital pathology network. The role offers a flexible, hybrid working model, along with opportunities in teaching, service development, and subspecialty reporting, particularly in breast pathology.

Job Responsibility:

Provide a comprehensive histopathology and non-gynaecological cytopathology service, including diagnostic reporting across a wide range of specimens
Contribute to breast pathology services, including participation in screening programmes and specialist reporting
Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, particularly in areas of subspecialty interest
Engage in digital pathology reporting and contribute to network-wide case sharing and service development
Participate in local, regional, and national External Quality Assurance (EQA) schemes
Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and development of departmental protocols
Support teaching and training of junior doctors, medical students, and laboratory staff
Participate in departmental management, service planning, and administrative responsibilities
Undertake continuing professional development (CPD) and participate in appraisal and revalidation processes
Optional participation in post-mortem services, depending on interest

Requirements:

Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent)
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Histopathology (or within 6 months of CCT/CESR)
FRCPath or equivalent qualification
Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Histopathology (or within 6 months of award at time of interview)
Non-UK applicants must demonstrate equivalence to the UK CCT
Extensive experience in Histopathology within a DGH or equivalent setting
Strong experience in breast pathology, including screening programmes and reporting
Experience in non-gynaecological cytology, including fine needle aspiration (FNA) reporting
Broad exposure to all aspects of Cellular Pathology relevant to a general service
Ability to act as or develop into a Lead for Breast Pathology
Experience working within NHS pathology services
Minimum 1 year of NHS experience
High-level diagnostic and reporting skills in Histopathology
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and workload management capability
Leadership and service development capability
Experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees
Participation in clinical audit and governance
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
Engagement in continuous professional development (CPD)
Ability to work flexibly, including hybrid/digital pathology environments

Nice to have:

Management training and/or leadership experience
Experience in autopsy practice for the Coroner or hospital services
Research experience, publications, or presentations

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 22, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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