About this role
Job summary
The successful candidate will participate in the provision of the general histopathology and cytopathology service. All Consultants report as general histopathologists and cover all specialties serviced by the department which includes non-gynae cytopathology, but not cervical cytology. The department operates a lead pathologist model for cancer MDT meetings without any subspecialisation; it is anticipated the appointee will be a general histopathologist who will develop areas of subspecialty interest taking into consideration the aspirations of the individual and departmental needs. Subspeciality interests are welcome.
SHH Cellular Pathology Laboratory holds UKAS accreditation and provides comprehensive services to the population of Stockport and High Peak receiving a large and varied workload. Close working relationships with clinicians are maintained through weekly MDT meetings.
Teaching and research opportunities exist with three departmental STs from Regional rotation along with two ST1's, FY2 rotation within the trust and close links with the University Of Manchester Medical School.
Applicants should possess the FRCPath, or a recognised equivalent, and be in possession, or within six months, of a CCT and inclusion on the Specialist Register.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr S Agrawal, Consultant Histopathologist and Clinical Director, on 0161 419 4963.
Main duties of the job
(i) Clinical
The appointee will liaise in a timely manner with the Coroner, clinicians, hospital staff, consultant histopathologists/cytopathologists, and general practitioners regarding the diagnosis and management of patients, including the provision of medical advice and attendance at MDT meetings as appropriate.
(ii) Laboratory
The appointee will be expected to contribute to the following:
Day to day supervision of diagnostic methods and examination of specimens Interpretation and authorisation of results Involvement in departmental policy development The quality assurance performance within the department, including taking part in all relevant national external quality assurance (NEQAS) and EQA programmes The maintenance of full accreditation with Clinical Pathology Accreditation (UK) Limited and retention of the HTA licence. Business planning, including the assessment and introduction of new methods and forward planning for staff and equipment requirements
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
o NHS pension scheme membership
o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
o NHS Staff discounts
o Cycle to work scheme
oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description where there is a detailed description of the consultant Histopathologist role.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Professional qualifications Essential
Full and Specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or equivalent date of interview.
Desirable
FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification
Training Essential
Previous appointments that provided professional training in relevant clinical Histopathology
Experience Essential
Clinical experience commensurate with training in specialty Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
An understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants. Attendance at an appropriate management course. Evidence of management/leadership development
Research Desirable
Should be able to demonstrate research experience
Professional skills Essential
Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and relatives and with colleagues of all disciplines. Should show an aptitude to developing leaderships skills to lead teams Should be able to demonstrate ability to be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Experience of supervision of junior medical staff and relevant staff in other disciplines
Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pathology Department, Stepping Hill Hospital
Poplar Grove
Pathology department, Poplar Grove, Stockport,
SK2 7JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)