Job summary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) was formed in 2017 following the merger of Central Manchester University NHS Foundation Trustand the University Hospital of South Manchester NHS Foundation Trust. With the inclusion of North Manchester General Hospital from 1stApril 2021, our organisation provides a single hospital service across the City of Manchester.
THE POST
We are seeking to appoint a committed Consultant Histopathologist to join our experienced and highly motivated team at the Adult Histopathology department in Oxford Road campus, although there may be a requirement to work across our other sites. It is intended that this post will join the Skin pathology reporting team.
Contribution to other subspeciality will be discussed with the successful appointee based on expertise and service requirements.
About the specialty:
The Skin Pathology team currently comprises 5 pathologists (mixture of full time and part-time) and covers the wide range of neoplastic and non-neoplastic dermatopathology specimens. Experience in Immunofluorescence and reporting inflammatory skin biopsies is very desirable. Further training can be provided for candidates willing to develop expertise in any of these complex areas in dermatopathology.
Main duties of the job
The appointee is expected to
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Report full range of Skin pathology is desirable including inflammatory skins and immunofluorescence
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Proficient with molecular and genomic diagnostics related to the specialty
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Offer a specialist review service of external cases for patients referred to the service for treatment and/or MDT discussion
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Attend, review and present cases at the MDTs
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Work collaboratively as part of a subspecialist team, with a focus on high quality, peer review and patient safety
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Be engaged in audit and service improvement projects, and participate in the corresponding Pathology EQA
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Take an active role in teaching and training of resident doctors
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MB ChB or Equivalent
- FRCPath or Equivalent
- Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or be eligible for registration within six months of interview)
- Applicants who are UK trained must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants who are non-UK trained will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.
Desirable
- MD, PhD or other higher degree
Teaching and Audit
Essential
- Experience of Audit in Cellular pathology
- Teaching of junior medical staff
- Trained Clinical Supervisor
Desirable
- Teaching of medical students
- Experience of supervision of ST1 level trainees including workplace-based assessment and MSF
- Trained Educational Supervisor
Academic Achievements and Research
Desirable
- Publications in recognised Pathological and Clinical Journals
- Specialist interest in areas of Cellular pathology complementary to other consultants in the departments
- Research projects relating to the specialist area
Interpersonal / Professional Skills
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
Desirable
- Involvement in service development and/or quality improvement processes
Certificate of Sponsorship
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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
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Clinical Sciences Building
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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