Consultant Medical Microbiology

NHS National Services Scotland; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 107,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Consultant Microbiologist at a leading healthcare provider in Dumfries. This role offers a chance to join a supportive team and contribute to critical Microbiology services while engaging in Infectious Diseases. The position features a flexible job plan, allowing for a balance between clinical duties and professional activities. With a commitment to work-life balance, the organization welcomes applications from those seeking less than full-time hours and offers a comprehensive relocation package. This is a perfect opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a significant impact in the healthcare community.

Benefits

Full relocation package

Flexible working hours

Home working package

On-call payment/time back

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team and provide clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide Microbiology services and support Infection Prevention and Control.
• Participate in the Infectious Diseases service and OPAT clinics.

Skills

Medical Microbiology

Infectious Diseases

Infection Prevention and Control

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Microbiology

Job description

NHS Dumfries & Galloway

Post: Consultant Microbiologist (With or Without Infectious Diseases)

Salary: £107,144 - £142,369

Hours: Full Time 40 hpw/10 PAs

Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Medical Microbiologist to join our team at NHS Dumfries & Galloway. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and supportive team consisting of two other Consultants based at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary, responsible for providing a Microbiology service and supporting the Infection Prevention and Control service. There are opportunities for a joint Microbiology/Infectious Diseases trained post holder to contribute to the Infectious Diseases service, including Infection ward based duties and Out-Patient Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT) clinics.

The consultant job plan is flexible and open to negotiation on appointment. The job plan will be offered on a 10 PA contract (the balance between direct clinical care and supporting professional activities will be discussed and agreed between the Board and the successful applicant). The current Microbiology on call commitment is a 1 in 4 rota, carried out remotely with a home working package. Work can be undertaken from home and payment/time back is given for on-call duties.

NHS Dumfries and Galloway offer a full relocation package.

Applications from candidates looking to work less than full time are also welcome. There is flexibility around individual’s requirements and the requirements of family and partners.

For informal enquiries and arrangements to visit, please contact:

Dr Linsey Batchelor, Consultant Microbiologist and Specialty Team Lead by email at [e-mail] or by telephone [phone].

Adele Foster, Cell Science Service Manager by email at [e-mail] or by telephone [phone].