Consultant Histopathology - Gynaecological Histology in St Leonards

Consultant Histopathology – Gynaecological Histology

Join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust as a Consultant Histopathology – Gynaecological Histology. The post holder will play an active role in the general workload of the department, reporting gynaecological histology. The successful candidate will join an impressive team dedicated to providing a first‑class service. The post would suit either a first‑time consultant or an established consultant wishing to relocate.

The Cellular Pathology Department at ESHT undertakes histopathology, cytopathology, immunohistochemistry and autopsy pathology. Consultants share the work in each of the main specialties: breast pathology, dermatopathology, gastrointestinal pathology, uropathology and diagnostic cytopathology. Gynaecological pathology is currently outsourced. There is no cervical cytology requirement. Participation in the coronial autopsy service is optional.

Digital pathology is now live with the Sectra PACS reporting system and Hamamatsu NanoZoomer scanners. Clinical validation of digital reporting is underway with a plan to be fully digitised in two years and an opportunity for remote reporting for the right candidate. ESHT is part of the Sussex Pathology Network, which also includes University Hospitals Sussex and Queen Victoria Hospital.

The post will be based at the Conquest site and will support other clinical, professional and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trust’s patients.

Integral to These Responsibilities Is the Following

• Provision of a first‑class service.
• Effective leadership for all staff in the specialty.
• Development and sustaining of teaching at ESHT.
• Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trust’s procedures and operating policies.
• Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the Trust’s service plans.

This position also encompasses the sub‑title “Lead Histopathologist for Cervical Screening Histology.” The role will be included in your annual appraisal and ensures adherence to national guidance and programme standards in cervical histology reporting.

Contact for informal visits: Dr Zainab Ali, Head of Department

Telephone: 0300 133 4684 (ext. 771157)