Locum Consultant Pathologist - East Anglia

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# Consultant Histopathologist ### NHS Consultant Opportunity ### Competitive NHS Consultant Salary + Pension + Relocation Support ## Join a Modern, Digitally Enabled Histopathology Service We are seeking an ambitious Consultant Histopathologist to join a well-established Cellular Pathology department within a leading NHS organisation. This opportunity offers the chance to work within a collaborative consultant team supported by digital pathology, advanced practitioner reporting, dedicated biomedical scientist support and a strong multidisciplinary working environment. The department operates an oligo-specialist reporting model and welcomes applications from both experienced consultants and doctors approaching CCT/CESR. ### Why Consider This Opportunity? - Established and supportive consultant team - Modern digital pathology environment - UKAS-accredited laboratory - Flexible working opportunities - Strong MDT involvement - Excellent work-life balance - Dedicated SPA time - Opportunities for teaching, training and service development - Supportive leadership team with a focus on innovation and quality improvement ### The Role The successful candidate will join a consultant-led service providing high-quality diagnostic histopathology and cytopathology support across a broad range of specialties. Applications are welcomed from consultants with interests in: - Gastrointestinal Pathology - Dermatopathology - Breast Pathology - Gynaecological Pathology - Urological Pathology - Head & Neck Pathology - Cytopathology - General Diagnostic Histopathology Responsibilities include: - Diagnostic reporting - Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings - Clinical governance activities - Teaching and supervision of trainees - Service development and quality improvement initiatives ### Department Features The service benefits from: - Consultant-led subspecialist reporting - Dedicated biomedical scientist support - Advanced practitioner and dissection support - Digital pathology infrastructure - Strong clinical engagement with referring specialties - Established quality and governance frameworks - Collaborative and supportive departmental culture ### Essential Requirements - GMC Registration with Licence to Practise - FRCPath (Histopathology) or equivalent - CCT, CESR, or within six months of completion - Broad diagnostic histopathology experience - Strong communication and MDT skills - Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care ### Benefits - NHS Consultant Contract - Competitive Consultant Salary - NHS Pension Scheme - Relocation package available - Flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate - Study leave and professional development support - Opportunities to develop subspecialist interests - Supportive and forward-thinking department ### Interested? Whether you are seeking your first substantive consultant post, considering relocation, or looking for a new challenge within a progressive pathology service, we would welcome a confidential discussion.