Clinical Fellow in Clinical Microbiology (ST3+ Level)

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Truro is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Clinical Microbiology (ST3+). The role involves contributing to infection management skills, supporting inpatient ID services, and developing laboratory expertise. Candidates must have an MBBS or equivalent, GMC registration, and previous patient care experience in the UK. This position offers significant educational opportunities and the chance to work in a fulfilling environment that enhances community health.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have prior experience in patient care within the UK.
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical microbiology and infectious diseases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical teams and patients.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the prevention, diagnosis and management of infection.
• Participate in clinical governance and audit.
• Assist in the teaching and training of medical students and F1 doctors.

Skills

Clinical microbiology

Effective communication

Infectious diseases knowledge

Education

MBBS or Equivalent medical qualification

GMC Registration with a Full Licence to Practice

MRCP

Formal teaching courses

Job description

Clinical Fellow in Clinical Microbiology (ST3+ Level)

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 of the job

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 responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or Equivalent medical qualification
• GMC Registration with a Full Licence to Practice
• MRCP
• Formal teaching courses / qualifications/ research degree/other relevant post graduate qualification

Experience

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Consultant Medical Microbiologist, Specialty Lead