Job summary
We are currently seeking an experienced Specialty Doctor Histopathologist to join our team. The successful candidate will be a well-motivated individual looking to develop and extend their skills.
We can offer a place in a large dynamic service that in the Greater Manchester centre for neuropathology and Upper GI surgery. Our repertoire includes dermatopathology, neuropathology, renal , GI, gynae, head and neck, Breast and urology pathology. We provide onsite assessment of renal and non-gynae samples at our Salford site. We have an , histochemistry and immunofluorescence service. The departments are both UKAS accredited. We handle over 98 000 histology and 7000 Diagnostic cytology specimens a year for our hospitals and GPs.
We serve six hospitals within Greater Manchester.
Active participation in CPD and opportunities for further study are encouraged and where possible supported. The department is committed to developing its staff
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to be involved with all aspects of the routine histology service, and be the key trainer for the trainee Biomedical dissectors. Experience of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and confidence with IT programmes is essential.
NCA NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the safest organisation in the NHS. We aim to be the safest and most effective cellular pathology laboratory in the NHS.
The service is located in two laboratories within the NCA, Oldham and Salford sites
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- Full registration (and a license to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Desirable
- Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Evidence of formal training in histopathology.
Desirable
- Participation in a management training course.
- Participation in an advanced IT training course
- Higher degree
Clinical Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Clinical experience and expertise in: oGeneral histopathology oCut up
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and keeps up-to-date with medical advances.
- Knowledge and appreciation of the core legal, ethical and political issues which govern medical practice
Values
Essential
- Patient & Customer Focus
- Continuous Improvement
- Accountability
- Respect
Developing Team and Partnership Working
Essential
- Can work well in a team
- Can own/commit to shared goals
- Understands and values the contribution of others stands and values the contribution of others
Apppropriate Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to cope under pressure within conflicting demands
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff
- Is comfortable dealing with people
Communicate Effectively
Essential
- Is empathetic and sensitive to patients needs
- Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
- Is able to influence and persuade effectively
Managing Delivery
Essential
- Able to implement policies and plans
Managing/Delivering Performance
Essential
- Accountable for performance of self, empowers others to take responsibility
- Able to develop and recognise the performance of others
Safety
Essential
- Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- Full registration (and a license to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Desirable
- Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Evidence of formal training in histopathology.
Desirable
- Participation in a management training course.
- Participation in an advanced IT training course
- Higher degree
Clinical Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Clinical experience and expertise in: oGeneral histopathology oCut up
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and keeps up-to-date with medical advances.
- Knowledge and appreciation of the core legal, ethical and political issues which govern medical practice
Values
Essential
- Patient & Customer Focus
- Continuous Improvement
- Accountability
- Respect
Developing Team and Partnership Working
Essential
- Can work well in a team
- Can own/commit to shared goals
- Understands and values the contribution of others stands and values the contribution of others
Apppropriate Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to cope under pressure within conflicting demands
- Flexible and adaptable to change
- Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff
- Is comfortable dealing with people
Communicate Effectively
Essential
- Is empathetic and sensitive to patients needs
- Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
- Is able to influence and persuade effectively
Managing Delivery
Essential
- Able to implement policies and plans
Managing/Delivering Performance
Essential
- Accountable for performance of self, empowers others to take responsibility
- Able to develop and recognise the performance of others
Safety
Essential
- Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
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).