Consultant Histopathologist

at  Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

The Health Board is seeking to expand its established team of consultants by appointing a talented, ambitious, visionary clinician to join the Cellular Pathology Service through this dynamic phase of its development.
Consultants are offered the opportunity to take a leading role in a particular area of MDT specialist interest such as breast. However, sharing team work with other specialities is also encouraged. Flexibility of working off site, clinical and supportive sessions are also in place and can be discussed with the interested candidates.
The Centre has implemented the Leica Aperio system to develop a unique digital pathology solution placing the Health Board at the forefront of Cellular Pathology Service delivery in the UK. An integral aspect of this strategy is the potential to establish new alliances with specialist centres within Wales and further afield. We utilise AI technology in our diagnostic practice and we have a new rapid, continuous tissue processor, the x120.
Opportunity to pioneer contemporary solutions that will transform pathology service delivery across a very wide footprint, both within and outside Wales; you will offer a refreshing, entrepreneurial and naturally creative style together with the determination to deliver excellent service provision that sets you apart from your peers. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading edge pathology service and for candidates with an interest in service modernisation to develop their careers.
1. The post is 10 sessions (more or less) as agreed with the successful candidate. The appointment is to serve the whole Health Board, and the principal base will be at the Ysbyty Glan Clwyd site.
2. The sessional arrangements will be discussed in the Job Plan.
3. The histopathology commitment involves the provision of a comprehensive histopathological service to BCUHB. The cytopathology commitment, if pursued, involves the provision of a non-gynaecological service to BCUHB.
4. The appointed person will be expected to participate in and contribute to Clinico- Pathological Meetings and teaching including cancer multidisciplinary teams.
5. The post holder will be required to perform administrative and managerial duties as required and is necessary to ensure the smooth running of the Department in all hospitals. The management arrangements of the Department comply with WHC (IS)27. The appointed person will be expected to partake in audit within the department and externally, and also to participate in relevant EQA schemes.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for a population of around 676,000 people, across the six counties of North Wales (Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham). Some areas of Mid-Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire are also covered by the Health Board.
The Health Board employs around 19,000 staff and has a budget of around £1.4 billion. It is responsible for the operation of three district general hospitals (Wrexham Maelor Hospital, in Wrexham, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd near Rhyl, and Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor) as well as 22 other acute and community hospitals and a network of over 90 health centres, clinics, community health team bases and mental health units. The Heath Board also coordinates the work of 121 GP practices and NHS services provided by North Wales’ Dentists, Opticians and Pharmacies.
Situated in the Northern most aspect of Wales, the Health Board lies at the edge of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and spans a huge and diverse geographical area. North Wales also boasts some of the UKs most varied and spectacular coastline, offering unparalleled opportunities to engage with outdoor activities in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information

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