Locum Consultant Histopathologist

We are looking to fill a 10 PA (wte) Fixed term Locum Consultant Histopathologist post for 1 year, which has become vacant due to sickness absence.

The working hours expected are 9AM-5 PM with some time shifting if agreed locally.

The post is based at the Hemel Hempstead site. Appointees will be expected to provide diagnostic surgical pathology services for the Trust with the distribution of work reflecting service need and specialist interests of the appointee.

Applicants are strongly recommended to engage directly with the clinical lead of service for any additional information pertaining to the scope of the advertised post.

The appointee will participate in routine reporting of histopathology and possibly diagnostic cytology specimens. The main focus will be on gynae, breast, skin and urology along with miscellaneous samples.

They would be expected to provide cover for the MDT and attend clinical governance meetings.

There is no out of hours commitment.

The post is based at the Hemel Hempstead site. Appointees will be expected to provide diagnostic surgical pathology services for the Trust with the distribution of work reflecting service need and specialist interests of the appointee.

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

The Trust is in line to receive government funding for major redevelopment works with construction due to start on new buildings in 2024. Plans include a new building at Watford General Hospital to house all clinical services with our hospitals at Hemel Hempstead and St Albans being refurbished throughout with some new buildings.

But our redevelopment is not just about new buildings. Each of our three hospitals will have a clearer role and a higher level of specialist care. This is a unique chance to be at the forefront of national efforts to transform how healthcare is provided for local people. Our hugely experienced project team of senior clinicians, architects, planners and construction experts have shaped our plans which embrace the latest best practice, including advances in design and digital healthcare.

The Trust is delighted to have recently been awarded Teaching Hospital status in recognition of its wide and well-renowned role in educating doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals. We have recently opened a multi-storey car park at Watford General Hospital.

We strive to live by our Commitment, Care and Quality values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

The appointee will join a team of 11 consultants and three specialist registrars and will be expected to contribute to the teaching and supervision of the registrars.

The department has subspecialised reporting groups for the major cancer groups.

There will be no requirement for Cervical cytology and cervical screening histology reporting.

CPD registration with the Royal college of Pathologists is expected.