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While this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible candidates, all applicants must verify their specific visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The availability of sponsorship does not guarantee visa approval, and candidates should check the latest UK immigration requirements before applying.
Job Details
Company: Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Pathology – Med Staff (Dept), Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum (pro rata)
Schedule: Job share available
Employment Type: Permanent
Language: English
Application Deadline: 26 October 2025
Reference Number: 430-CC25-90A
About the Role
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Consultant position in Cellular Pathology. This is a replacement post offering 10 programmed activities and will complete a team of seven consultant histopathologists. The post is full-time, but applicants who are unable to work full-time for personal reasons are also encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be contracted to provide histopathology and non-gynaecological cytology services at Milton Keynes Hospital Foundation Trust, working alongside colleagues in Cellular Pathology. There will be opportunities for teaching, including Cellular pathology Speciality Trainees from the Oxford rotation and Buckingham University Medical Students.
Job Plan Structure
The job plan consists of 10 programmed activities with a split of DCC (Dedicated Clinical Commitment) and SPA (Specialty and Professional Activities). Specifically, 7.5 PAs will be allocated to DCC duties and 2.5 PAs to SPA activities. The DCC includes cut-up, diagnostic reporting, MDT meetings, internal peer case reviews, external referrals, administration, and NHS autopsies.
SPA Allocation
The SPA component is made up of 1 PA of core activities (appraisal, revalidation, CME, routine departmental meetings) and non-core activities. Non-core SPA may reflect activities such as educational supervision, research, leadership and quality improvement. Further allocation of up to 2.5 SPA is available for specific roles with defined objectives.
Qualifications
Essential qualifications include a medical degree, FRCPath or equivalent, full and specialist registration with the GMC (or eligibility within six months), and either a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) for UK-trained applicants or evidence of equivalence for non-UK trained applicants.
Essential Experience
Candidates must have broad experience in all aspects of Cellular Pathology to provide effective and safe management of outpatients, elective and emergency patients. Significant postgraduate experience is required, including relevant higher medical training as a Specialist Trainee or Senior Registrar.
Clinical Skills
Essential clinical skills include experience in contributing to multidisciplinary patient management and understanding of clinical risk management. Candidates should also have experience in reporting fine needle aspirates and sufficient broad experience in histopathology and cytopathology.
Communication and Teaching
Good written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. A proven background in organising and delivering undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and research is highly desirable for this role.
Leadership and Management
The ability to motivate and develop training of medical and non-medical staff is essential. Candidates should be able to work independently as well as part of the Pathology Division and balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole.
Health Requirements
Applicants must be in good health and demonstrate immunisation against Hepatitis B, plus proof of Hepatitis B antigen negative status. This is a mandatory requirement for all clinical staff in pathology departments.
Research and Audit
Candidates must be able to appraise research and have a thorough understanding of the principles of audit. Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the field of cellular pathology are desirable but not essential for this position.
About Milton Keynes University Hospital
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital that conducts research and teaching on site to improve patient care. The hospital is undergoing significant investment and is proud to be rated good by the CQC.
Employee Benefits
Staff at MKUH receive an outstanding benefits package including free on-site parking, free tea and coffee, flexible working opportunities, discounted gym membership, lease car scheme, generous annual leave and pension scheme, on-site nursery (chargeable), and an extensive staff health and well-being programme.
Disclosure and Barring Service
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This is standard procedure for all NHS positions.
International Applicant Information
Applications from international candidates requiring skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present criminal record certificates from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
UK Professional Registration
All applicants must have current UK professional registration with the General Medical Council. For further information on overseas qualification recognition, please visit the NHS Careers website. The employer will assist with sponsorship for eligible candidates, but final approval is subject to UK Visas and Immigration requirements.
How to Apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website. International applicants should verify eligibility with the employer before applying and ensure they have all required documentation ready, including proof of qualifications, professional registration, and relevant experience certificates. For specific questions about the sponsorship process, please contact Dr Poonam Kapila (Clinical Lead) at 01908995786.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Dr Poonam Kapila (Clinical Lead) by phone at 01908995786. Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.
Further Information
For more details about working at Milton Keynes University Hospital, please visit the employer’s website at https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh. The hospital prides itself on providing a warm welcome to all staff and fostering a supportive working environment where everyone can thrive professionally and personally.
