Consultant Histopathologist

Consultant in Histopathology - | Medacs Healthcare

Hospital Name: Swansea Bay Univerity Health Board - Morriston Hospital or Singleton Hospital
Job Title: Consultant Histopathologist
Location: Swansea
Contract Type: Permanent or 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Shape the Future of Cellular Pathology in Wales

Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBUHB) is inviting applications for a Consultant Histopathologist to join the Department of Cellular Pathology, part of the largest medical facility in Wales delivering national and regional specialist diagnostic services.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a UKAS‑accredited service (ISO 15189) at a time of significant transformation, as the Directorate evolves towards academically integrated Cellular‑Molecular Pathology, supporting genomic medicine and precision diagnostics.

About the Service
The Department of Cellular Pathology operates across Morriston and Singleton Hospitals in Swansea and provides services to:

• Swansea, Bridgend, Neath and Port Talbot
• Regional lymphoma diagnostics (All‑Wales Lymphoma Panel)
• South Wales sarcoma diagnostics
• HER‑2 testing for hospitals across South‑West Wales

You will join an established team of 13 Consultants delivering high‑quality surgical pathology and cytopathology services. Autopsy work is optional.
SBUHB offers a flexible approach to working, including home reporting, and actively supports job‑planned time for specialist interests, teaching, research, and CPD.

Main Duties of the Role

• Provide diagnostic histopathology and cytopathology services
• Contribute to MDTs and regional specialist services
• Participate in service development, audit, and governance
• Support undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Develop a specialist interest aligned with service needs
• Engage in research and innovation through the ARCH collaboration

You will be based in Swansea at either Morriston or Singleton Hospital, by mutual agreement.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• On the GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months at interview)
• CCT in Histopathology (or equivalent for non‑UK applicants)
• FRCPath (or equivalent qualification)
• Evidence of effective team working and leadership
• Experience in service improvement, audit, and teaching

Desirable Criteria

• Subspecialist interest
• Research and academic involvement
• Teaching or medical education qualification
• Experience in quality improvement methodologies

Why Work with Medacs Healthcare?

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to locum roles across the UK.
• Shifts That Works for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
• NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quick and efficiently.
• Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
• Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
• 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.

Apply Today

Take control of your histopathology career with opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below. Email jessica.drew@medacs.com for further information