Consultant Histopathologist - Lancashire

The role

The Consultant Histopathologist will deliver a high-quality diagnostic histopathology service. They will participate in general reporting and develop a specialist area of practice within a multidisciplinary team.

What you will do

• Deliver a high-quality diagnostic histopathology service.
• Participate in the department's general reporting workload.
• Develop a specialist area of practice alongside existing consultant expertise.
• Work collaboratively with consultant colleagues and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Provide professional leadership and support to scientific, technical and medical staff.
• Participate in departmental governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes.
• Contribute to research and service innovation where appropriate.
• Ensure all clinical work is undertaken in accordance with professional standards and organisational policies.

Required qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) or an equivalent specialist qualification.
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Histopathology, or equivalent specialist recognition for applicants trained outside the UK.
• Broad training and experience in Histopathology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and workload management abilities.
• Experience supervising and supporting multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality diagnostic services.
• Professional integrity and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Nice to have

• A proactive approach to service improvement and clinical governance.
• A patient-focused approach to diagnostic practice.

Benefits

• Structured consultant induction.
• Leadership and management development programmes.
• Mentorship for newly appointed consultants.
• Support for research and academic activity.
• Annual appraisal and comprehensive support for GMC revalidation.
• Excellent educational and library facilities.

About the company

The client has invested significantly in its pathology services and continues to develop modern laboratory infrastructure alongside digital innovation and workforce development.