Consultant Immunologist Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

"Bis Art" CJSC. BAL Trademark; Salford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated clinical immunologist to provide high-quality services at Salford Royal Hospital. This role involves managing allergy and immunology services, conducting clinics, and supervising patient care while maintaining high standards of clinical governance. The position offers a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and professional development, with flexible working options and a competitive benefits package. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional care and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working hours

Protected time for health and wellbeing

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in providing clinical immunology services.
• Knowledge of allergy management and treatment protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinics for immunodeficiency and allergy management.
• Supervise the specialist nursing team and training.

Skills

Clinical Immunology

Allergy Management

Patient Supervision

Clinical Guidelines Writing

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Immunology

Job description

The appointee will, together with a consultant colleague, be responsible for providing a comprehensive, efficient, and high-quality clinical Immunology service at Salford Royal Hospital, part of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA). Duties will encompass all aspects of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

Honorary contract with Manchester Foundation Trust (site of the Greater Manchester Immunology laboratory) can be arranged for limited involvement with the regional immunology laboratory.

1. Participate in and contribute to maintaining and developing allergy and immunology services, including management and triage of referrals.
2. Participate in maintaining or acquiring accreditation for immunodeficiency and allergy.
3. Conduct weekly clinics for investigation and management of immunodeficiency and allergy in adults.
4. Supervise and manage the long-term treatment of patients with immune deficiency and allergy.
5. Participate in day-care activities, supervising immunoglobulin replacement therapy, allergen immunotherapy, and challenge/provocation testing.
6. Advise on inpatient care in consultation with colleagues from other specialties.
7. Contribute to writing and updating clinical guidelines and protocols.
8. Supervise and support the specialist nursing team.
9. Participate in training nurses, immunology trainees, and undergraduate medical students.
10. Maintain and support continuous quality improvement by achieving and maintaining QPIDS and IQAS accreditation.

The post holder will be expected to maintain continuing medical education according to the requirements of the relevant Royal College(s), participate in relevant CPD activities, clinical audit, clinical governance, quality assurance schemes, proficiency testing, appraisal, job plan review, and revalidation. Mandatory training must be completed. There is no mandatory out-of-hours work. Cross-cover for annual, professional, and study leave is expected.

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues work in hospitals and communities across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford to improve lives.

We are committed to high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and partners. We value our core principles: care, appreciation, and inspiration. We offer roles with purpose and flexibility, with opportunities for career development. Benefits include a competitive package, generous annual leave, flexible working, and protected time for health and wellbeing.

For more information about careers at NCA, visit our careers page. Details about the role and responsibilities are in the Job Description and Person Specification under supporting documents. Further information is available in the Candidate Information Pack.

This advert closes on Thursday, 22 May 2025.

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