Consultant, Infection & Microbiology (Virology) - Hybrid

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust; Truro; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Cornwall seeks a Consultant in Medical Microbiology or Infectious Diseases to lead a newly expanded infection service at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro.

The role offers inpatient ID, antimicrobial stewardship, and opportunities for special interests and research within a supportive team. The post supports teaching and clinical leadership across the Peninsula, with on-site duties and rota-based out-of-hours coverage.

Qualifications

• Must hold UK specialist registration in Medical Microbiology or Infectious Diseases.
• Experience in infection services and antimicrobial stewardship is desirable.
• Ability to lead and teach within a teaching hospital.

Responsibilities

• Advice on investigation and management of infections
• Inpatient ID consultations
• Rotational shifts including out-of-hours support
• Support antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention
• Contribute to teaching and research within Peninsula Medical School

Skills

Medical Microbiology

Infectious Diseases

UK Specialist Registration

Job description

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Cornwall seeks a Consultant in Medical Microbiology or Infectious Diseases to lead a newly expanded infection service at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro.

The role offers inpatient ID, antimicrobial stewardship, and opportunities for special interests and research within a supportive team. The post supports teaching and clinical leadership across the Peninsula, with on-site duties and rota-based out-of-hours coverage.