Locum Consultant Pathologist - East Anglia

Consultant Histopathologist

NHS Consultant Opportunity

Competitive NHS Consultant Salary + Pension + Relocation Support

Join a Modern, Digitally Enabled Histopathology Service

We are seeking an ambitious Consultant Histopathologist to join a well-established Cellular Pathology department within a leading NHS organisation.

This opportunity offers the chance to work within a collaborative consultant team supported by digital pathology, advanced practitioner reporting, dedicated biomedical scientist support and a strong multidisciplinary working environment.

The department operates an oligo-specialist reporting model and welcomes applications from both experienced consultants and doctors approaching CCT/CESR.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Established and supportive consultant team

Modern digital pathology environment

UKAS-accredited laboratory

Flexible working opportunities

Strong MDT involvement

Excellent work-life balance

Dedicated SPA time

Opportunities for teaching, training and service development

Supportive leadership team with a focus on innovation and quality improvement

The Role

The successful candidate will join a consultant-led service providing high-quality diagnostic histopathology and cytopathology support across a broad range of specialties.

Applications are welcomed from consultants with interests in

Gastrointestinal Pathology

Dermatopathology

Breast Pathology

Gynaecological Pathology

Urological Pathology

Head & Neck Pathology

Cytopathology

General Diagnostic Histopathology

Responsibilities include

• Diagnostic reporting
• Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings
• Clinical governance activities
• Teaching and supervision of trainees
• Service development and quality improvement initiatives

Department Features

The service benefits from

• Consultant-led subspecialist reporting
• Dedicated biomedical scientist support
• Advanced practitioner and dissection support
• Digital pathology infrastructure
• Strong clinical engagement with referring specialties
• Established quality and governance frameworks
• Collaborative and supportive departmental culture

Essential Requirements

GMC Registration with Licence to Practise

• FRCPath (Histopathology) or equivalent
• CCT, CESR, or within six months of completion
• Broad diagnostic histopathology experience
• Strong communication and MDT skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care

Benefits

NHS Consultant Contract

Competitive Consultant Salary

NHS Pension Scheme

Relocation package available

Flexible and hybrid working options where appropriate

Study leave and professional development support

Opportunities to develop subspecialist interests

Supportive and forward-thinking department

Interested?

Whether you are seeking your first substantive consultant post, considering relocation, or looking for a new challenge within a progressive pathology service, we would welcome a confidential discussion.