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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Microbiologist to join a modern, well-equipped microbiology service in the East of England. The post offers an opportunity to contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of high-quality clinical microbiology, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection prevention services within a progressive, multidisciplinary environment.

The service benefits from advanced laboratory infrastructure, strong links with academic partners, and an active research and audit programme, which support innovation, clinical excellence, and continuous service improvement.

 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide expert microbiology advice to clinicians and primary care teams regarding the diagnosis, management, and prevention of infection.
• Interpret, validate, and authorise laboratory results and ensure timely clinical communication.
• Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds and clinical case discussions.
• Contribute to the on-call rota, providing microbiology and infection prevention advice.
• Develop, review, and authorise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in collaboration with departmental colleagues.
• Participate in clinical audit programmes and service improvement initiatives.
• Provide cross-cover for consultant colleagues during annual leave where required.

 

Infection Prevention & Control

• Support the investigation, management, and prevention of communicable diseases.
• Work closely with Infection Prevention and Control teams to provide expert guidance on infection control measures and outbreak management.

 

Teaching & Training

• Supervise and train junior medical staff in microbiology and infection management.
• Participate in regular departmental clinical meetings focused on learning, guideline updates, and service development.

 

Management & Administration

• Contribute to departmental management and operational planning.
• Act responsibly regarding data governance and confidentiality requirements.

 

Audit & Research

• Participate in and contribute to audit and research activity supported by the organisation.
• Engage with ongoing clinical research projects where appropriate.

 

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Complete registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Formal training in Medical Microbiology or equivalent speciality training.

Desirable

• RCPath or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years’ clinical experience in Microbiology or Infection specialities.
• Demonstrated experience in providing microbiology clinical advice and laboratory interpretation.
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience.

Desirable

• Experience contributing to audit and quality improvement.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary clinical environments.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Strong speciality knowledge in Clinical Microbiology and Infection Management.
• Understanding of infection prevention, antimicrobial stewardship, and clinical governance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable

• Evidence of audit participation or research involvement.

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