Clinical Fellow in Clinical Microbiology (ST3+ Level)

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cornwall is seeking a fixed-term Clinical Fellow (ST3+) to contribute to the management of infection under consultant supervision. The role offers educational opportunities, supports the new inpatient infection service, and requires effective communication skills. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and be dedicated to continuous medical education.

Qualifications

• Previous inpatient care experience in the UK.
• Evidence of clinical background and effective communication.
• Experience in microbiology and/or infectious disease is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the new inpatient ID service.
• Manage ID consults and support the ID clinic.
• Contribute as a member of the clinical MDT.

Skills

Clinical communication

Infectious disease knowledge

Education

MBBS or Equivalent medical qualification

GMC Registration with a Full Licence to Practice

MRCP

Job description

Applications are sought for a fixed-term Clinical Fellow (ST3+) post with good educational opportunities.

Under the supervision of consultant staff, the post holder will contribute to and gain experience in the prevention, diagnosis and management of infection. The post holder will participate fully in the laboratory process, validating the results produced by the laboratory and providing clinical advice to clinical colleagues with respect to Microbiology results and diagnostic procedures distinguishing between infectious and non-infectious processes.

Main duties

• To work across the infection team with an emphasis on supporting the new inpatient ID service
• Contribute to day to day management of ID consults, support ID clinic working with the ID and other infection consultants
• Contribute as a member of the clinical MDT focusing on prevention, diagnosis, and management of infection in patients, providing clinical advice to colleagues
• To develop experience and expertise in the laboratory processes, distinguishing between infectious and non-infectious processes.
• Assist teaching and training of medical students and F1 doctors.
• To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing medical education (CME).
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds.

We work with health and social care organisations including NHS Kernow and NHS England to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000 which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually developing clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or Equivalent medical qualification
• GMC Registration with a Full Licence to Practice
• MRCP

Desirable

• Formal teaching courses / qualifications/ research degree/other relevant post graduate qualification

Experience

Essential

• Previous in patient care in UK
• Provides evidence of clinical background and effective communication regarding medical topics with clinical teams and/or patients

Desirable

• Experience demonstrated in microbiology and/or infectious disease

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