Specialty Doctor in Cellular Pathology

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Specialty Doctor in Cellular Pathology to join our UKAS-accredited Cellular Pathology team at Cheltenham General Hospital, part of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and subspecialty interests within a supportive and innovative department.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job (Job Description Summary):

o Provide high-quality diagnostic reporting in histopathology and cytopathology under the guidance of senior consultants.

o Engage in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and liaise with clinical teams to support patient care.

o Participate in departmental quality assurance activities, audit, and service improvement.

o Support teaching, learning, and CPD activities within the department.

o Contribute to the implementation of digital pathology and molecular diagnostics.

About us

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest Trusts in the South West, serving a population of over 650,000. Based in Cheltenham, you'll work in a beautiful, well-connected town on the edge of the Cotswolds, with excellent schools and quality of life.

We are proud to be part of PathLAKE Plus, leading the way in digital pathology and AI-driven diagnostics. Our Cellular Pathology Department has a collaborative and inclusive culture, with strong links to molecular services and the National Genomic Test Directory.

We offer flexibility in job planning and are open to both full-time and part-time applicants. Whether you're progressing toward CESR or building a long-term specialty doctor career, we'll support you every step of the way.

Details

Date posted

19 June 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-26-SPECDRCELLPATH

Job locations

Cheltenham General Hospital

College Road

Cheltenham

GL53 7AN

United Kingdom

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