Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Histopathologist with a bone and soft tissue subspecialty to join University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB). While subspecialty flexibility is preferred, mono-specialism will be considered.
You will join a strong, experienced team in a department committed to innovation, research, expansion of scientist reporting, automated processes, and digital pathology. The department is involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and is proactive in developing and adopting solutions to deliver a high-quality service. We are a UKAS-accredited lab (ISO15189) with close ties to the University of Birmingham.
Applicants must hold (or be eligible within 6 months) Full and Specialist Registration with the General Medical Council with a License to Practice and Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (or evidence of equivalent qualification). Newly qualified UK trainees must have or be within 6 months of holding the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) Award. Non-UK trained applicants must demonstrate CCT equivalence.
UHB is one of England largest teaching trusts, delivering inclusive, high-quality care across four acute sites. We are committed to sustainability, aiming to support the NHS net-zero goals. Staff wellbeing is a priority, with flexible and remote working options available.
Main duties of the job
We anticipate that the job plan will comprise ten programmed activities. Fixed elements of direct clinical care activities for Consultant Histopathologists are the MDT meetings relating to areas of specialist histopathology reporting. The flexible elements of the direct clinical care activities (which include the majority of laboratory duties) and the supporting professional activities will be discussed with the successful candidate upon appointment. The split of DCC to SPA activity will typically be 8.5:1.5.
*Laboratory duties are carried out on a rota basis by agreement with consultant colleagues. They include the provision of a comprehensive diagnostic histopathology service for The Trust.
*Division of the cytopathology workload will be organised in agreement with other consultant colleagues in the department. It is anticipated that existing consultants will continue to have an input into the cytology service in line with areas of specialist histopathology reporting. Other appointees may be required to contribute to the cytopathology service in a similar manner.
*Supporting professional activities will include supervision and training of Regional Histopathology Trainees, teaching (undergraduate and postgraduate), research, audit and continuing professional development.
*The post holder will be provided with the necessary IT equipment and access to training to be in position to meet these objectives. Office space and secretarial support will be provided.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY SKILLS
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
*The post holder must have well-developed listening and communication skills and be able to deal effectively with clinicians from all disciplines, managers, and professionals both within and outside The Trust.
*The post holder much have well developed presentational skills, good report writing skills and make effective use of presentation aids.
Planning and Organising
*Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement, developing and contributing to service developments and the formulation of business cases to support these.
*Plan workload to meet stipulated turnaround times as prescribed by legislation, guidelines or performance criteria from The Trust or national regulatory bodies.
*Effectively plan, communicate, and execute change.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Governance
*Work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive service for The Trust and ensure that the highest standards of care are achieved.
*Work with colleagues in planning service delivery including forward looking innovative practice.
*Contribute to The Trust corporate and strategic objectives and undertake mandatory training required by The Trust.
*Work with colleagues to meet the required activity targets of The Trust
*Play an active role in implementing The Trust clinical governance programme.
*Demonstrate active participation in clinical audit.
*Demonstrate excellence in patient care.
*Deputise for colleagues including covering for absence of leave and at short notice in exceptional circumstances.
Analysis and Data Management
*Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of all information governance and professional standards.
Respond to complaints according to The Trust protocols and within the appropriate time frame.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY SKILLS
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
*The post holder must have well-developed listening and communication skills and be able to deal effectively with clinicians from all disciplines, managers, and professionals both within and outside The Trust.
*The post holder much have well developed presentational skills, good report writing skills and make effective use of presentation aids.
Planning and Organising
*Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement, developing and contributing to service developments and the formulation of business cases to support these.
*Plan workload to meet stipulated turnaround times as prescribed by legislation, guidelines or performance criteria from The Trust or national regulatory bodies.
*Effectively plan, communicate, and execute change.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Governance
*Work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive service for The Trust and ensure that the highest standards of care are achieved.
*Work with colleagues in planning service delivery including forward looking innovative practice.
*Contribute to The Trust corporate and strategic objectives and undertake mandatory training required by The Trust.
*Work with colleagues to meet the required activity targets of The Trust
*Play an active role in implementing The Trust clinical governance programme.
*Demonstrate active participation in clinical audit.
*Demonstrate excellence in patient care.
*Deputise for colleagues including covering for absence of leave and at short notice in exceptional circumstances.
Analysis and Data Management
*Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of all information governance and professional standards.
Respond to complaints according to The Trust protocols and within the appropriate time frame.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *GMC Registration or equivalent
- *Inclusion on Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months.
- *Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- *Higher specialist training in area relevant to post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *GMC Registration or equivalent
- *Inclusion on Specialist Register or CCT within 6 months.
- *Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- *Higher specialist training in area relevant to post.
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
