Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Locum Consultant Cellular Pathologist

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Job summary

Applications are invited for the above NHS locum post for this 660 bedded acute hospital serving a local population of approximately 400,000.

This an exciting time to join the Cellular Pathology department at Bedford Hospital, which has now merged with the Luton & Dunstable Hospital to form the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The department has recently secured £2.7million funding for the full implementation of digital histopathology reporting across both sites and this will be implemented in early 2023.

The appointee will be part of a team of seven Consultants on the Bedford site. A further ten consultants are based on the L&D site.The Cellular Pathology Department deals with a wide range of clinical specialties. Consideration will be given to the appointee's areas of special interest.

The laboratory has full UKAS accreditation.

Main duties of the job

The Key tasks for the role of Consultant in Cellular Pathology are;

  • To provide the Trust's diagnostic histopathology service in conjunction with consultant colleagues.
  • To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
  • To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD).

About us

Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Details

Date posted

14 December 2022

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£88,364 to £119,133 a year (per annum)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

416-CONS157

Job locations

Bedford Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting time to join the Cellular Pathology department at Bedford Hospital, Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Trust. The introduction of digital pathology is a new and innovative development for the department. The Department is housed within a modern purpose-built building and each consultant has a single-occupancy office, computer and consultant-grade microscope, and digital workstations are currently being installed.

The case mix is typical of a district general hospital. In addition there are bowel cancer and breast screening services There may be an opportunity to undertake diagnostic non-gynaecological cytology reporting, but this is not a requirement. The department is extremely friendly and supportive.

Luton and Dunstable hospital has recently merged with Bedford hospital. There is currently no need to work cross-site at Luton and Dunstable Hospital but candidates who wish to work cross site may be able to pursue this.

Limited home working is actively supported where possible and with the introduction of digital pathology this should enable further opportunities in this area.

The allocation of programmed activities will be based on 8.5 for direct clinical care and 1.5 for supporting professional activities. The detailed job plans will be agreed in consultation with the Clinical Director, with the approval of the Medical Director and Chief Executive or his/ her representative.

Candidates unable for personal reasons to work full-time are also invited to apply.

Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting time to join the Cellular Pathology department at Bedford Hospital, Bedfordshire Hospital NHS Trust. The introduction of digital pathology is a new and innovative development for the department. The Department is housed within a modern purpose-built building and each consultant has a single-occupancy office, computer and consultant-grade microscope, and digital workstations are currently being installed.

The case mix is typical of a district general hospital. In addition there are bowel cancer and breast screening services There may be an opportunity to undertake diagnostic non-gynaecological cytology reporting, but this is not a requirement. The department is extremely friendly and supportive.

Luton and Dunstable hospital has recently merged with Bedford hospital. There is currently no need to work cross-site at Luton and Dunstable Hospital but candidates who wish to work cross site may be able to pursue this.

Limited home working is actively supported where possible and with the introduction of digital pathology this should enable further opportunities in this area.

The allocation of programmed activities will be based on 8.5 for direct clinical care and 1.5 for supporting professional activities. The detailed job plans will be agreed in consultation with the Clinical Director, with the approval of the Medical Director and Chief Executive or his/ her representative.

Candidates unable for personal reasons to work full-time are also invited to apply.

Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the post.

Person Specification

GMC Registration

Essential

  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Desirable

  • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (or within six months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Qulaifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • FRCPath or equivalent

Desirable

  • MD, PhD or other higher degree

Knowledge & Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Extensive experience of independent histopathology reporting

Management & Audit

Essential

  • Management and audit relevant to Histopathology

Desirable

  • Clinical leadership experience

Teaching, Research & Publications

Essential

  • Teaching of medicine to trainees and other medical students

Desirable

  • Some research experience

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
  • Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
  • Leadership skills

Personal Circumstances

Essential

  • Reside within 10 miles of hospital or a 30 minute drive from the hospital

Desirable

  • Fit to undertake the role
Person Specification

GMC Registration

Essential

  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practise

Desirable

  • Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (or within six months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Qulaifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • FRCPath or equivalent

Desirable

  • MD, PhD or other higher degree

Knowledge & Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Extensive experience of independent histopathology reporting

Management & Audit

Essential

  • Management and audit relevant to Histopathology

Desirable

  • Clinical leadership experience

Teaching, Research & Publications

Essential

  • Teaching of medicine to trainees and other medical students

Desirable

  • Some research experience

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
  • Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
  • Leadership skills

Personal Circumstances

Essential

  • Reside within 10 miles of hospital or a 30 minute drive from the hospital

Desirable

  • Fit to undertake the role

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ


Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ


Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Director of Pathology

Dr Fraser Mutch

01234355122

Details

Date posted

14 December 2022

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£88,364 to £119,133 a year (per annum)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

416-CONS157

Job locations

Bedford Hospital

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ


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