This is an exciting time to join the Cellular Pathology department at Bedford Hospital, Bedfordshire Hospital NHS trust. The introduction of digital pathology is a new and innovative development for the department.The case mix is typical of a district general hospital, except that there is a bias towards breast cancer services, gastrointestinal and head and neck. In addition there is bowel cancer screening, breast screening (one of the largest units in the country) and a cervical screening histopathology service. The department is extremely supportive and all new malignant diagnoses are double reported within the department.Bedford hospital has recently merged with Luton & Dunstable hospital. There is currently no need to work cross site at Luton & Dunstable Hospital but candidates who wish to work cross site would be able to pursue this.Home working is actively supported where possible and with the introduction of digital pathology this should enable further opportunities in this area.The allocation of programmed activities will be based on 8.5 for direct clinical care and 1.5 for supporting professional activities. The detailed job plans will be agreed in consultation with the Clinical Director, with the approval of the Medical Director and Chief Executive or his/ her representative.The job plans will be a prospective agreement that sets out a consultants duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. It will cover all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It will provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external. In addition, it will provide personal objectives, including details of links to wider service objectives, and details of the support required by the consultant to fulfil the job plan and the objectives.The pattern of work may change in the future to meet local changing needs and annual review meetings will take place in line with the new Consultant Contract, job planning and appraisal arrangements.