Consultant Histopathologist

Consultant Histopathologist We are working in partnership with an Acute General Hospital in Devon to appoint a Consultant Histopathologist. The Department is housed in a self-contained unit opposite the outpatient department. It comprises separate histopathology, cytopathology and immunohistology laboratories; secretarial office, 5 consultant offices, 1 senior MLSO office and tea-room. The mortuary is close-by on the ground floor of the main hospital block and has undergone major updating with an increased storage facility, expanding from 50 standard fridges, 16 plus size and 4 freezer spaces to 65 standards, 20 plus size and 9 freezer spaces and a refitted postmortem room with 2 new tables. (New in 2017) All consultants have their own offices with modern microscopes, video capture and VDU display, together with a networked PC. There is a large multiheaded teaching/consultation microscope in the main laboratory. A wide range of immunohistochemically stains are performed using 2 Benchmark Ultra analysers, with a maximum of 180 slides/day (if 3 ‘runs’, however, normally only 2 are required per day). These machines are also capable of performing in situ hybridisation, currently only used routinely for immunoglobulin light chains and EBV. Immunofluorescence is used for skin biopsies on request. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Full GMC Registration (with licence to practice). FRCPath or evidence of equivalent qualification. Candidates who are nearing CCT completion are encouraged to apply. The Trust is situated in the heart of beautiful coastlines and scenic walks, offering a quick escape from work and the opportunity to reset. The area has a good network of schools for those relocating with young families. There are well established transport links.

I am working with a district general hospital who are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic colleague to join the Consultant Community Paediatrician. The hospital is located in Hertfordshire. The post is based at the Child Development Centre in the City, there may be some peripheral clinics in the county's special schools. A good general Community Child Health background is essential; we are particularly looking to recruit a paediatrician with an interest and experience in autism/neurodevelopment. Other special interests to complement the team, for example, neurodisability, ADHD, safeguarding, are welcomed, and the opportunity exists for on-the-job development of special interests.  For the successful applicant, there is scope for leadership roles.   Applicants wishing to work less than full time are welcome to apply. Other flexible working options such as condensed working hours, e.g. working 40 hours over 4 days, and/or some remote working will be considered.  Person specification Education & Qualifications Essential criteria Full registration with the General Medical Council MRCPCH or equivalent For further details or an informal discussion about the role, please contact me via email: simon@kaizenrecruitment.co.uk or 07460 630 884.

I am working with a district general hospital who are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic colleague to join the Respiratory & Acute Medicine teams as a Specialty Doctor. The role provides a path to develop skills & competencies towards a CESR, with potential to join the Respiratory Consultant team in the future.  The hospital is located in Hertfordshire. Duties 1. Inpatients – Care of Respiratory Unit patients and providing advice to inpatients in other areas with support of the Respiratory ward consultant, and alongside Respiratory specialty trainees. 1:4 weekend support on the Respiratory Ward. 2. Outpatients – The successful candidate will deliver general respiratory and have the opportunity to develop sub-specialist interest with the support of consultants. Particular support will be given to developing expertise in a variety of subspecialties to meet CESR requirements. Templates for clinics 3 new and 4 follow up patients. 3. The successful candidate will be supported to develop procedural skills in pleural procedures, including medical Thoracoscopy and bronchoscopy. 4. Maintaining a portfolio and logbook of procedures. The applicant will be supported towards achieving accreditation in thoracic ultrasound. 5. Attendance at multidisciplinary team meetings and attend tertiary centre specialist sub-specialty training to meet Respiratory curriculum requirements. Person Specification Qualifications and Professional Training Essential Full registration with GMC Licence to Practise MRCP (UK) If you are passionate about improving care for elderly patients and keen to work within a dynamic and supportive team. For further details or an informal discussion about the role, please contact me via email: simon@kaizenrecruitment.co.uk or 07460 630 884.

Consultant Histopathologist We are working in partnership with a District General Hospital in Oxfordshire to appoint a Consultant in Histopathology. The Trust’s Cellular Pathology service is undergoing an exciting period of development, with the ambition to become a leader in the field of Cellular Pathology management. The Role The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting the delivery and future development of histopathology and cytopathology services at the Trust. The post also offers the opportunity to take the lead in one or more subspecialty disciplines, with current needs in: Gynaecology (screening & non-screening workload and MDT) Non-gynaecological cytology Gastrointestinal pathology Upper GI MDT Key Responsibilities Participate in the general diagnostic surgical pathology rota or contribute specialist expertise to complement the existing consultant team. Report urgent cases (nominal responsibility one day per week). Supervise and support junior medical staff on an equitable basis. Attend and contribute to cancer multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings as lead or deputy pathologist. Take part in relevant clinical audits and external quality assurance (EQA) schemes. Person Specification Essential Full GMC registration FRCPath (or evidence of equivalent qualification) What’s on Offer Opportunity to shape and develop services within a supportive department Scope to take on subspecialty leadership roles Competitive NHS consultant terms and conditions Referral fee available for successful candidate recommendations If you are interested in this role—or would like to recommend a suitable candidate, please get in touch. Referral fees are payable for successful appointments.