Consultant Histopathologist

Supporting professional activities will include supervision and training of Regional Histopathology Trainees, teaching (undergraduate and postgraduate), research, audit and continuing professional development

The post holder will be provided with the necessary IT equipment and access to training to be in position to meet these objectives. Office space and secretarial support will be provided.

KEY SKILLS

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

The post holder must have well-developed listening and communication skills and be able to deal effectively with clinicians from all disciplines, managers, and professionals both within and outside The Trust.

The post holder much have well developed presentational skills, good report writing skills and make effective use of presentation aids.

Planning and Organising

Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement, developing and contributing to service developments and the formulation of business cases to support these.

Plan workload to meet stipulated turnaround times as prescribed by legislation, guidelines or performance criteria from The Trust or national regulatory bodies.

Effectively plan, communicate, and execute change.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Governance

Work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive service for The Trust and ensure that the highest standards of care are achieved.

Work with colleagues in planning service delivery including forward looking innovative practice.

Contribute to The Trusts corporate and strategic objectives and undertake mandatory training required by The Trust.

Work with colleagues to meet the required activity targets of The Trust

Play an active role in implementing The Trusts clinical governance programme.

Demonstrate active participation in clinical audit.

Demonstrate excellence in patient care.

Deputise for colleagues including covering for absence of leave and at short notice in exceptional circumstances.

Applicants must hold Full and Specialist Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a License to Practice (or be eligible for registration within 6 months of date of interview), and Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists (or evidence of equivalent qualification). If a newly qualified UK trainee, the applicant must also be a holder of the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT (or equivalent) by date of interview. Applicants who are non-UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.

University Hospitals Birmingham is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in England, providing services from four acute hospital sites and community locations. Bringing together our hospitals and community services from across region and beyond, we champion collaborative working and transformation, encouraging our 23,500 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you will benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary. We are committed to delivering an inclusive environment with equal opportunities to a workforce whose diversity reflects the communities it serves.

UHB is home to some of the countrys leading clinical research institutions, and is dedicated to developing and implementing ground-breaking treatments, technologies, and techniques. We are actively developing relationships with our R&D partners such as University of Birmingham.

Our vision is to build healthier lives by delivering the best in clinical care, research, innovation, and education. We are also fully committed to tackling climate change by reducing our impact and are part of the national aim to be the worlds first net zero National Health Service. Our strategy champions our actions and aims, with ways to share excellent ideas that will deliver greener, cleaner communities for the people of Birmingham and Solihull.

With our central location and great transport links we\’re closer than you might think. We are in the heart of England with easy access to the motorway network and a good railway service. Birmingham is accessible from several nearby areas including Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, and Worcestershire.

Surrounded by a collection of picturesque towns and villages, there is always a lot to see and do across the County. Numerous sport and leisure venues, theatres, parks, and great shopping facilities make Birmingham an ideal place to work and live. It is still a lot cheaper to live and work in Birmingham than London and when it comes to getting on the property ladder you get a lot more for your money. The city is packed with beautiful buildings, miles of canals and modern architecture. It is a city renowned for the arts, music and festivals celebrating a vibrant multi-cultural and diverse population. There are more Michelin star restaurants than any other City outside of London an abundance of green spaces and parks that make Birmingham a great place to live and work.

As well as enjoying where you work, we want all our staff to lead happy and healthy lives. That\’s why we offer several benefits to support this, such as flexible working opportunities and working at home.