Job summary Interviews are to be held on 23rd January 2024 Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) invites applications for a replacement consultant cellular pathologist to join our forward-thinking and friendly team based at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW).
CWPS are a large pathology network in the Midlands, providing pathology services for UHCW, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking a pathologist with sub-specialist interests in any of the following areas: haematolymphoid, thoracic, gastrointestinal pathology, urology, dermatopathology, or gynaecological pathology.
Participation in the autopsy service is welcomed but not essential.
Participation in research and teaching (at undergraduate and post graduate level) is encouraged and supported by protected sessions.
University of Warwick's Clinical Sciences Research Institute located on the UHCW site provides additional laboratory research facilities.
The department has full UKAS accreditation, is fully sub-specialised and benefits from extensive BMS led cut-up.
CWPS is a global leader in digital pathology having adopted this technology and led its implementation into diagnostic practice.
This innovative development offers unrivalled flexibility of workflow, including home working for up to 3 days a week, benefiting both pathologists and clinical services.
Main duties of the job The appointee will provide a diagnostic consultation and advisory service to clinical colleagues in the Network and primary care.
Histology reporting will be expected to be done digitally once the appointee has been trained and fully validated.
Voice recognition training will also be provided as this is the preferred method of report entry.
The appointee will develop close collaborative links with clinicians working in their area of specialist expertise and work to develop services provided to patients in these areas to the highest standards including the adoption of best practice guidance, the development of diagnostic and treatment protocols and all other relevant guidelines.
The appointee will be encouraged to support reporting of any systemic cytology associated with their sub-specialty area(s) of interest.
The post does not have a requirement for cervical screening cytology reporting.
The appointee will be required to interact with the clinicians and allied health professionals to provide pathological support and leadership required for the delivery of excellent services.
The appointee, if they so choose, may be involved in the post mortem service for the Coventry and Warwickshire Coroner, for which appropriate time will be allocated in their job plan.
The appointee will be encouraged to take part in research and, where possible, to support the development of digital pathology and the research objectives of UHCW and UoW Medical School.
About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description Job responsibilities UHCW is the teaching hospital for the University of Warwick Medical School and the department is engaged in teaching pathology to medical students.
CWPS is one of the largest training centres for the West Midlands Cellular Pathology Training Scheme and is also part of the West Midlands ST1 Training School.
The UHCW Centre of Excellence for Digital Pathology has been established, in partnership with the University of Warwick Computer Science Department, and is aimed at developing and evaluating digital pathology algorithms of diagnostic and prognostic use.
In addition to purpose designed surgical, cytology and immunocytochemical laboratories, the department has a multi-disciplinary molecular diagnostic facility, providing single multiplexed PCR based analyses of the commonly mutated solid tumour genes.
Coventry is a thriving city with a fascinating history extending back to medieval times.
Local schools are excellent and include some of the UKs top ranking grammar and comprehensive schools.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Sarah Read-Jones, Clinical Lead for Cellular Pathology: 02476 968320 or Dr Catherine Wight, Cellular Pathologist and Clinical Head of Service: 02476 968320 For more information on this role, please kindly refer to the job description and person specification.
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