Consultant Histopathologist
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £109,725.00 to £145,478.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £109725.00 - £145478.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Cheltenham, GL53 7AN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9318-26-0158 |
Summary
Clinical duties: Subspecialty reporting with emphasis on gynaecological pathology and/or breast pathology, including work supporting regional cancer services. Cervical screening histology reporting. Participation in the ovarian frozen section service, which provides essential intraoperative diagnostic guidance during gynaecological cancer surgery. Contribution to non-gynaecological cytology, with training and development available. MDT preparation and attendance. Participation in second signing and intra departmental consultation. Training, teaching and departmental culture: The department has an active and supportive training culture: Consultants are expected to support postgraduate histopathology trainees. Regular undergraduate teaching is delivered, with medical students attending structured half day sessions. The department offers taster sessions for resident doctors considering a career in histopathology. To participate in EQA schemes and proficiency testing relevant to your areas of practice Formal Educational Supervisor roles are allocated separately, but all consultants are expected to contribute to the educational environment. Laboratory and departmental responsibilities: Participation in the cut-up rota with expert dissection practitioner support. Full engagement with digital pathology workflows, including remote reporting. Contribution to audit, service improvement, clinical governance and teaching. Qualifications: Full GMC registration with licence to practise. CCT (or within 6 months of award at interview) or CESR equivalence. Commitment to delivering a high quality cellular pathology service.