Job summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust has an international reputation for pioneering innovation and research and delivering high calibre cancer treatment and patient care.
Applications are invited for the role of Consultant Histopathologist (10PAs) specialising in Gynaecological Oncology. This post would be based in the Chelsea site and the applicant would join a histopathology team which provides a consultant-led, subspecialist service.
The post holder would be a key member of the RMH Gynaecology Unit and will have access to a wide range of ancillary and molecular testing. There will be opportunities for education and to develop links for research.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the diagnostic service to the Gynaecology Unit. The post holder will be a key member of the RMH Gynaecology Teams, working together with the other specialist pathologists, consultants and leads for the other technical disciplines, to ensure the timely production of diagnostic reports. There will also be opportunities to engage with pathologists from user organisations to develop appropriate sample pathways as well as links for education and research.
The appointee will be expected to undertake managerial and organisational duties as required.
The appointee will be expected to support the research undertaken by Units within RMH by providing pathological interpretation.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details on what the job entails.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details on what the job entails.
Person Specification
Qualities
Essential
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists or equivalent qualifications
- Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
- Applicants that are UK trained, will 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
- Demonstrable consultant level experience in the Histopathology of Gynaecology tumours
Desirable
- Higher (Research) Degree (MD/PhD)
Experience
Essential
- Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates
- IT skills
Desirable
- International research reputation in relevant field
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Approachability
- Team Player
- Enthusiasm
- Effective communication
- Committed to personal and professional development
Person Specification
Qualities
Essential
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists or equivalent qualifications
- Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
- Applicants that are UK trained, will 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
- Demonstrable consultant level experience in the Histopathology of Gynaecology tumours
Desirable
- Higher (Research) Degree (MD/PhD)
Experience
Essential
- Organisation of education and training of junior doctors and/or undergraduates
- IT skills
Desirable
- International research reputation in relevant field
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Approachability
- Team Player
- Enthusiasm
- Effective communication
- Committed to personal and professional development
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).
