Posted 15 days ago
Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Consultant Histopathologists for a full time NHS post for the Department of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology based in beautiful Truro, Cornwall.
The laboratory is a designated centre for many Cancer sites and has full UKAS Accreditation. Receiving over 35,000 Histology, approximately 1,600 Diagnostic Cytology and 900 autopsy requests during 2023 and performing a wide range of molecular techniques.
Applicants from both specialised and more generalised backgrounds will be considered, but an interest in GI &/or dermatopathology would be preferable.
The plan is to install & implement digital Histopathology in 2025
You will:
- Undertake Molecular automated PCR for theranostic work (e.g Idylla BRAF) and tumour expression analysis (e.g ALK in lung carcinoma)
- Provide an EUS and EBUS rapid onsite evaluation service for pancreatic, lung, adrenal & head/neck
- Provide Pathology support for Bowel Cancer Screening programme including age expansion and Bowel Scope Screening
- Work collaboratively with neighbouring hospitals which includes the procurement of an end-to-end digital Histopathology solution, which will connect all 5 Trusts within the region, facilitating the sharing of cases, MDT discussion & expert 2nd opinion.
Person Requirements:
- - Full registration with a licence to practise with the GMC
- - FRCPath or show evidence of equivalent qualification
- - On GMC specialist register or within 6 months of interview date
- - Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
- - Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
In addition to full NHS Employee Benefits, the additional advantages of working for this Trust include:
- - A generous relocation bonus up to £8,000 if applicable
- - Blue light card and NHS discounts
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