Consultant in Microbiology Infectious Diseases

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS organization as a Consultant in Medical Microbiology at ESNEFT, serving nearly one million people. You will lead infection control services, engage with clinical teams, and contribute to patient care. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

27 days annual leave (pro rata)

NHS discounts

Staff Health and Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Must be on the specialist register with a qualification in Medical Microbiology.
• Consultants dual accredited in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in Microbiology and Infection Control Services.
• Undertake laboratory work and advise on diagnostic samples.
• Participate in patient diagnosis and management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Infection Control

Education

FRCPath(UK)

Medical Microbiology Qualification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to join our team at the Ipswich base within ESNEFT.

We are inviting applications for a full-time substantive post in the ESNEFT infection service, suitable for candidates on the specialist register with a qualification in Medical Microbiology, consultants dual accredited in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, or Consultant Clinical Scientists who have completed a training programme in Medical Microbiology.

For medical consultants, qualifications required are FRCPath(UK) or equivalent, full GMC registration, inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council in Medical Microbiology or Microbiology/Infectious Diseases, and within six months of CCT or its equivalent at interview date.

Candidates applying as Consultant Clinical Scientists are expected to have completed a recognised Higher Specialty Scientific Training (HSST) programme in Medical Microbiology and to have passed the FRCPath(UK) examinations for infection training.

DUTIES OF THE POST

This job description covers the main responsibilities of the role. Applicants are encouraged to enquire about any points they are unsure of.

1. To provide leadership in the management, provision, and development of Microbiology and Infection Control Services for the department.
2. To undertake laboratory work, including advice regarding diagnostic samples, validation and interpretation of results, and involvement in policy and procedure development for sample examination.
3. To participate in patient diagnosis and management by liaising with patients, clinicians, and other hospital and community staff.
4. To be involved in business planning, introducing new methods, and planning for staff and equipment.
5. To regularly review departmental policies, SOPs, and protocols in line with Trust policies on document control and risk management.
6. To maintain effective communication and engagement with clinical colleagues and service users, including consultants in communicable disease control and health protection.
7. To advise on infection control issues in conjunction with microbiology and infection control nursing colleagues.

We are ESNEFT, providing hospital and community health services to nearly one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, clinics, and in patients' homes.

We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing over 12,000 staff.

We support our staff with a range of training, development opportunities, flexible working options, a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave (pro rata), and NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offers various services.

Our philosophy is that 'Time Matters' to everyone. We focus on improving processes and removing delays for staff and patients.

We are investing in digital transformation through a partnership with Epic, bringing a leading electronic patient record system to ESNEFT, enhancing hospital life for staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and wish to develop your skills and knowledge, we want to hear from you.

Learn more about living and working here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkPu7HphU8A

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Sarah Stalley
Job title: Service Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

Enquiries and Visits

Applicants are encouraged to visit the department and meet colleagues. To arrange a visit, contact Sarah Stalley via email or phone.