About this role
Job summary
This replacement post is an opportunity to join an expanding dynamic cellular pathology service, and develop your specialist diagnostic and research interests with the enthusiastic support of clinical colleagues.
The successful candidate will join a team of 20 consultants working in purpose-built laboratory facilities in modern hospitals, with a digital service at an advanced stage of development.
The department provides a cellular pathology service to MTW as well as Medway NHS Foundation Trust and Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.Our varied workforce includes two consultant biomedical scientists(reporting GI and gynaecological pathology), a molecular pathology clinical scientist, two cut-up practitioners and one trainee cut-up practitioner.
You'll have the opportunity to report, participate in and develop molecular testing in various specialties with a dedicated molecular team.
Applicants must be on the specialist register for Cellular Pathology or be within six months of CCT at the date of interview.
The job description is subject to Royal College approval.
Main duties of the job Main duties of the job
We are:
The commissioned Cellular Pathology Genomic Centre for Kent & Medway providing a centralised advanced diagnostic and predictive molecular testing service. A large breast and GI HER-2 testing service (approx. 3000 pa) with FISH provided on-site by senior scientists using a new digital solution for fluorescent scanning and reporting (Bioview). The central provider for PD-L1 testing across a number of specialties. The host for RCPath and UKAS accredited South East General Histopathology EQA Scheme. A postmortem examination service with interest in teaching, provided from Tunbridge Wells Hospital with approx. 600 postmortems performed for HMC. A research-active department In a beautiful part of south east England with more outstanding schools than any other county in the UK. Benefits:
Opportunity for hybrid working, including consultant grade microscopes and IT equipment for remote working. State-of-the-art screens for digital reporting, and purpose-built lab facilities in modern hospitals. Office space. Secretarial support. Recruitment and Retention Premium up to £15,000 (T&Cs apply) Assistance with relocation and accommodation (T&Cs apply) Candidates unable to work full-time will be considered. If you are appointed, modification of job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with colleagues.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
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Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff). Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits Blue Light card eligibility And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Job description Job responsibilities
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Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.
As part of your induction, you will be required to attend face-to-face training sessions and/or complete e-learning modules relevant to your role. If you have previously worked for another NHS organisation before joining Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (MTW), we can transfer eligible mandatory training records where appropriate, helping to avoid unnecessary duplication of learning.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full GMC Registration Specialist Registration - Portfolio pathway candidates must be on the Specialist Register at the time of interview FRCPath or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
Subspecialty interest in skin, lung, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, breast, urological or head and neck pathology.
Experience Essential
Experience working as a Histopathologist in an NHS organisation, or equivalent, at Specialist Grade level or above, or current ST5 trainee approaching CCT Evidence of independent reporting and MDT presentation.
Desirable
Consultant-level experience. Evidence of digital pathology validation and reporting
Skills Essential
Excellent communication skills. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable
Leadership or management experience.
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 Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Address Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells Hospitals
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)