Consultant in Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Southampton is seeking a Consultant in Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology. The role encompasses both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, with a focus on clinical microbiology and antimicrobial stewardship. Candidates must have MBBS, MRCP, FRCPath, and full GMC registration. The position offers a supportive environment with competitive benefits including NHS discounts and 35 days of holiday.

Benefits

NHS discounts

Minimum 35 days paid holiday

Generous pension scheme

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient Infectious Diseases activity
• Clinical Microbiology including participating in the Consultant duty Microbiologist weekly rota
• Participation in the ID Clinical and Radiology MDTs
• Participation in the Microbiology out of hours on-call rota (1 in 8)

Skills

Inpatient Infectious Diseases

Clinical Microbiology

Antimicrobial Stewardship

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCP or equivalent

FRCPath or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Job description

Overview

A vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). UHS is pleased to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. The role: Consultant in Infectious Diseases and Medical Microbiology (permanent 9 PA post), incorporating both inpatient infectious diseases and microbiology work. You will join the Integrated Department of Infection, which provides inpatient and outpatient Infectious Diseases services, Medical Microbiology, Medical Virology, Infection Prevention and Control, and a 24/7 on-call Microbiology service.

UHS provides secondary and tertiary care to Southampton and to approximately three million people across Wessex. The Trust is a leading centre for Infectious Diseases research, including metagenomics, and a key partner in the Southern Counties Pathology network. UHS is a large acute teaching Trust offering learning and development opportunities. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and performed well in the latest NHS Staff Survey for staff engagement and advocacy as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees have access to NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and the Jurassic Coast beaches are nearby. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient and outpatient Infectious Diseases (ID) activity
• Clinical Microbiology including participating in the Consultant duty Microbiologist weekly rota and Antimicrobial Stewardship activity
• Participation in the ID Clinical and Radiology MDTs
• Participation in the Microbiology out of hours on-call rota (1 in 8)

What we’re looking for

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• FRCPath or equivalent
• Full GMC registration

Additional information

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Proposed interview date: 9 December 2025

This vacancy closes on or before 10 November 2025

This advert closes on Monday 10 Nov 2025