Job summary
Applications are invited for a Specialty Doctor post in Histopathology. Applicants should have full GMC registration ( licence to practice) and should have evidence of appropriate training in histopathology.
The Histopathology department at Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester offers an opportunity to work within an efficient and high-quality laboratory with supportive colleagues, continually striving for excellence and improvement in the service. The Histopathology Department enjoys a good reputation both within the hospital and further afield, for providing an efficient and high-quality pathology service.
Main duties of the job
The appointees will be expected to participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and in relevant quality assurance and proficiency testing. They will participate in the histopathology rota covering histopathology and cytology reporting, specimen dissection and providing histopathology support at MDT meetings.
In line with the Trusts' academic strategies which seek to enable the Trust to be at the forefront of clinical development, the appointee will be required to participate in the development of the Department's research portfolio.
The philosophy of the Trusts is to promote multidisciplinary working and learning. Therefore, the appointee will be expected to participate in multidisciplinary teaching of students attached to the Department. Traditional teaching and mentoring of medical students will also be included in the responsibilities.
The Departments are actively engaged in audit of its activities which is an ongoing process and to which the post-holder is expected to contribute.
The post holder is expected to participate in the Department's rolling Clinical Governance half day meetings held monthly, maintain their own skills and competencies through Continual Professional Development (CPD), participate in Clinical Audit and Effectiveness work and Research and Development, as appropriate.
About us
The hospital is a Cancer Unit of the Dorset Cancer Network for the provision of services for patients with skin, head & neck, breast, colorectal, urological, upper gastro-intestinal, lung, endocrine and haematological malignancies. Most chemotherapy is given locally. A recent development has seen the establishment of a Satellite Radiotherapy Centre on site in Dorchester, run by the Poole Cancer Centre.
The Pathology Department is part of the One Dorset Pathology (ODP) that includes the two hospitals at Poole and Bournemouth (UHD; University Hospital Dorset). The three hospitals are linked by one Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and are in the final stages of implementing Digital Pathology for histopathology reporting.
The Histopathology department at Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester offers an opportunity to work within an efficient and high-quality laboratory with supportive colleagues, continually striving for excellence and improvement in the service. The Histopathology Department enjoys a good reputation both within the hospital and further afield, for providing an efficient and high-quality pathology service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointees will be expected to participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and in relevant quality assurance and proficiency testing. They will participate in the histopathology rota covering histopathology and cytology reporting, specimen dissection and providing histopathology support at MDT meetings.
In line with the Trusts academic strategies, which seeks to enable the Trusts to be at the forefront of clinical development, the appointee will be required to participate in the development of the departments research portfolio.
The philosophy of the Trusts is to promote multidisciplinary working and learning. Therefore, the appointee will be expected to participate in multidisciplinary teaching of students attached to the Department. Traditional teaching and mentoring of medical students will also be included in the responsibilities.
The Departments are actively engaged in audit of its activities which is an ongoing process and to which the post-holder is expected to contribute.
The post holder is expected to participate in the Departments rolling Clinical Governance half day meetings held monthly, maintain their own skills and competencies through Continual Professional Development (CPD), participate in Clinical Audit and Effectiveness work and Research and Development, as appropriate.
The post-holders will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients, and the running of their clinical department under the direction of the Lead Clinical and/or Clinical Director.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The appointees will be expected to participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and in relevant quality assurance and proficiency testing. They will participate in the histopathology rota covering histopathology and cytology reporting, specimen dissection and providing histopathology support at MDT meetings.
In line with the Trusts academic strategies, which seeks to enable the Trusts to be at the forefront of clinical development, the appointee will be required to participate in the development of the departments research portfolio.
The philosophy of the Trusts is to promote multidisciplinary working and learning. Therefore, the appointee will be expected to participate in multidisciplinary teaching of students attached to the Department. Traditional teaching and mentoring of medical students will also be included in the responsibilities.
The Departments are actively engaged in audit of its activities which is an ongoing process and to which the post-holder is expected to contribute.
The post holder is expected to participate in the Departments rolling Clinical Governance half day meetings held monthly, maintain their own skills and competencies through Continual Professional Development (CPD), participate in Clinical Audit and Effectiveness work and Research and Development, as appropriate.
The post-holders will undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of their patients, and the running of their clinical department under the direction of the Lead Clinical and/or Clinical Director.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practice.
- Evidence of relevant experience in Histopathology
- A relevant higher qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of broad training and experience in Histopathology
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of working in regional networks
- Experience of managing & developing services
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of, and appropriate skill, in Histopathology
- Ability to update clinical knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Communication & Language Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staff
- Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods and to respond to questions
Abilities & Aptitude
Essential
- Aptitude to be a team member
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Awareness of personal and professional limitations
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Ability to take responsibility and aptitude for leadership
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principals of and evidence of participation in clinical audit
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Enthusiasm for Histopathology and willingness to share knowledge and experience
- Experience of teaching technical and nursing staff
- Experience of teaching medical students
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principals involved in research
- Publication in peer-reviewed journals
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with licence to practice.
- Evidence of relevant experience in Histopathology
- A relevant higher qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of broad training and experience in Histopathology
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of working in regional networks
- Experience of managing & developing services
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of, and appropriate skill, in Histopathology
- Ability to update clinical knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice
Communication & Language Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staff
- Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods and to respond to questions
Abilities & Aptitude
Essential
- Aptitude to be a team member
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Awareness of personal and professional limitations
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Ability to take responsibility and aptitude for leadership
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principals of and evidence of participation in clinical audit
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Enthusiasm for Histopathology and willingness to share knowledge and experience
- Experience of teaching technical and nursing staff
- Experience of teaching medical students
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principals involved in research
- Publication in peer-reviewed journals
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
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).
